How Can I Get Involved?
In a world that increasingly relies on technology for its day-to-day operations, cyber threats are more and more important to understand in the business world. The current landscape requires local family businesses to be aware of cyber threats just as much as the largest Fortune 500 companies in the ever-evolving cyber domain. The Loyola Blakefield Cyber Challenge aims to prepare the next generation, regardless of career aspirations, for the future landscape of business. Educating students on computer management and cyber threats is essential to future success in a workplace which will inevitably rely on understanding the technology which runs it.
Attendance
Students are encouraged to attend the competition both to learn new skills and have fun. Experience level doesn't matter; we have divisions both for those completely new to cybersecurity and those with more experience. Parents, when you drop off your student, please join us for the parent track to get insights into opportunities with our program and in the field.
Mentorship
Are you in the fields of IT, security, or engineering? Volunteer to be a mentor for the day and be part of the teaching and learning experience. Email lbc2staff@gmail.com for more details.
Financial Support
Please consider sponsoring the event. Our competition is completely free for all participants, so we rely heavily on financial generosity to keep doing what we do. If you're interested in sponsoring LBC2, contact lbc2staff@gmail.com
Tell Others
Tell your friends, business associates, or anyone else that may be interested about LBC2. Every business needs IT and cyber support, from the small five-employee company to the Fortune 500s.
Things You Need To Know
Parent Track
This year, the LBC2 competition day also featured a parent track for the parents and guardians of the competitors to learn what the competitors are learning by competing in LBC2, the importance of cybersecurity in today’s society, and how they can support their children in learning more about cybersecurity later on.
What You Need to Bring
- Computer
- Charger
- Loaner computers will be available for beginner participants as needed
- A Kali Linux operating system or virtual machine is strongly recommended.
IOT City
IoT (Internet of Things) is how different appliances, or things, connect and communicate with each other. This can include your home security camera, phone, and even your toaster! IoT is becoming increasingly relevant as more household devices become "smart", and will only grow more so. LBC2's IoT City challenges consist of six separate Capture the Flag-style challenges with an IoT twist. Ranging in difficulty from Intro to Advanced, the challenges test competitors’ knowledge of both basic cybersecurity and IoT elements. Last year, we featured a series of IOT-themed challenges revolving around common industrial “things”, such as traffic lights, billboards, and a water tower. We're working on new and exciting content to add to the city, so stay tuned!