WGU INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY
WGU Cybersecurity Club Events
CCDC Practice Kickoff
August 29th 6:00PM PDT / 9:00PM EDT
The National Collegiate Cyber Defense Competition (NCCDC) is an annual cyber defense competition that challenges students to support and defend a small enterprise network and sustain normal business operations in the midst of a targeted cyberattack.
CCDC is unique in that a team of up to 8 students must not only find and resolve security issues within a business network while detecting and responding to targeted cyber threats, but they must also demonstrate proficiency performing administrative and business functions while balancing security against the needs of the business under pressure and with limited resources.
Win or lose, students walk away from this competition with a realistic experience of working in an enterprise security operations center that they can take with them directly into the workforce.
CCDC Practice Kickoff
August 29th 6:00PM PDT / 9:00PM EDT
The National Collegiate Cyber Defense Competition (NCCDC) is an annual cyber defense competition that challenges students to support and defend a small enterprise network and sustain normal business operations in the midst of a targeted cyberattack.
CCDC is unique in that a team of up to 8 students must not only find and resolve security issues within a business network while detecting and responding to targeted cyber threats, but they must also demonstrate proficiency performing administrative and business functions while balancing security against the needs of the business under pressure and with limited resources.
Win or lose, students walk away from this competition with a realistic experience of working in an enterprise security operations center that they can take with them directly into the workforce.
The WGU Cyber Club has competed in the virtual At Large Regional event (ALCCDC) since 2020 with the aim to advance to the National competition held in person each year in San Antonio, Texas.
Do you want to join us? It's easy!
If you're not already a member of WGU Cyber Club, click the "Join the club" at the top of this page. Once you are a member, you'll have access to the Discord server, which is where we all meet. Visit the #self-roles channel on the server and click on the Shield icon to add yourself to the Collegiate Cyber Defense Competition Notifications role to receive notifications for new announcements. Also be sure to visit the Events section of the server (at the top of the channel list) and add your interest to the next CCDC meeting to get a reminder when it starts!
Our introduction meetings begin in August, followed by training to get you ready for the competition. We'll have meetings to practice skills and techniques that will help students compete in CCDC as well as other defensive cybersecurity competitions, such as Hivestorm and CyberForce.
The #ccdc-challenges channel on Discord is where we'll discuss and practice for the regional competition, which will take place in early 2023. All are welcome and encouraged to participate in the preseason training! Whether you want to compete on the team, learn new skills, or just satisfy your curiosity about cyber competitions, we hope you will find value in the meetings. The skills and techniques we practice will be applicable to anyone with an interest in defensive cybersecurity tactics.
We're also on the lookout for students, alumni, and others who are interested in helping the club prepare. If you would like to share your skills by leading a training walkthrough, giving a presentation, helping to build and administer practice labs, or if you would like to help in other ways, we would love to hear from you.
So, join the WGU Cyber Club if you're not already a member and come find us on Discord to join our practice sessions. Perhaps you might be on the first WGU CCDC team headed to the National competition!
Cyber Club Events
Learn more about the following events happening for the members of WGU's Cybersecurity Club!
Upcoming Events
Resume Review Workshop
Stay tuned for more information!
National Cyber League Competition
National Collegiate Cyber Defense Competition
Employability Series
04/06/2024 at 3:00PM EDT: Navigating the Human Network in Cybersecurity
Presenter: David Meece
Professional networking, job hunting tips, navigation and leveraging LinkedIn to find a job in cybersecurity.
Join Link: https://wgu.joinhandshake.com/events/1524794/share_preview
Speaker Bio: David Meece has over 10 years of experience in performing Identify Access Management, Intrusion Detection, Cybersecurity Awareness, and Vulnerability research. He holds a Master's of Science degree in Information System Management at Union College in Kentucky and has a wide array of skills ranging from teaching Security + classes to performing virus removal. He is an active member and contributor in WiCyS, Bsides, and many other groups within the Cybersecurity community.
04/13/2024 at 3:00PM EDT: My Path into Penetration Testing and Advice on How To Land That Job
Presenter: Dorota Kozlowska
One woman's incredible journey to become a pentester and pointers to help you land that job. Q&A available.
Join Link: https://wgu.joinhandshake.com/events/1524798/share_preview
Speaker Bio: Penetration Tester | International Keynote Speaker | CEFCYS Cyber Woman Hope 2023 Award winner | TCNM 40 under 40 in Cyber 2023 | Security+ | OSCP loading...| ENFP-T | Gallup CS: Learner & Achiever
04/20/2024 at 3:00PM EDT: Dealing with Rejection in Job Hunting
Presenter: Ean Meyer
From moving on from his forever job to landing a new position in this industry, Ean Meyer shares his advice on handling rejection through the job hunting process.
Join Link: https://wgu.joinhandshake.com/events/1524802/share_preview
Speaker Bio: Ean Meyer is a 20-year veteran of large Enterprise IT with the last 10 years being dedicated to Information Security. He has held many positions such as Director of Security Education for Black Hills Information Security, Associate Director of Security Assurance for Marriott Vacations, and numerous positions for other Fortune 500 companies. Ean was an instructor at Full Sail University for their Cybersecurity Program, President of B-Sides Orlando and currently sitting on the Board of Directors for B-Sides Orlando. Ean has been a speaker at B-sides Orlando, B-sides Tampa, InfoSec World, Wild West Hackin’ Fest, RAS and Black Hat.
04/27/2024 at 3:00PM EDT: Hacking your Pentesting Career
Presenter: Phillip Wylie
Pentester, Instructor, International Speaker, Podcast Host, Author, DEFCON Group 940 Founder helps us hack into our Pentesting Career
Join Link: https://wgu.joinhandshake.com/events/1524804/share_preview
Speaker Bio: Penetration Tester | Instructor | Keynote & International Speaker | Best Selling Author | Host of The Hacker Factory Podcast & Phillip Wylie Show | Content Creator | DEFCON Group 940 Founder
04/09, 04/16, 04/23, 04/30 at 10:00AM EDT: Job Hunt Like A Hacker
Presenter: Jason Blanchard
Live Job Hunting every Tuesday in April. Join in, ask questions, and hunt for jobs like a hacker with a hacker.
April 9 - https://wgu.joinhandshake.com/events/1516594/share_preview
April 16 - https://wgu.joinhandshake.com/events/1516596/share_preview
April 23 - https://wgu.joinhandshake.com/events/1516597/share_preview
April 30 - https://wgu.joinhandshake.com/events/1516600/share_preview
Speaker Bio: Storyteller. Comedian. Christian. Husband (25 years). Dad (18 years). Community Builder. Content & Community Director of Black Hills Infosec. Former: Comic Shop Co-Owner (A Comic Shop) & Film Instructor (Full Sail University)
Karaoke Night
Need to wind down after a hard week of work, and study? Join us at 7pm PST/8pm MST/9pm CST/10pm EST This Friday and every Friday. Want to sing along? Join the Karaoke voice channel, find a Karaoke or sing along video on Youtube, share your screen (through the application tab unless you want to sing acapella), and sing along. Just want to listen to everyone else sing? Join the Karaoke channel, and click on the live button next to the person who's currently singing to see and hear the music from their karaoke video.
Accountability Group
Weekly Accountability Group meetup! Join us and share your goals and what you're working on! It's not as boring as it sounds!
Try Hack Me Nights
Complete rooms and upskill in cybersecurity from your browser! We'll gather for 75 minutes every Thursday from 8-9:30 pm EST to work on Try Hack Me Boxes. We work on the boxes together at everyone's speed, so all are welcome!
Try Hack Me Nights (Beginner Series)
Hosted by our regular TryHackMe squad, this series focuses on getting you started. If you’re new to security, new to Try Hack Me, or want to brush up on your skills, this series is for you.
Backdoors and Breaches Game
Stay tuned for more information!
