Collegiate cyber defense competition where teams of 8 defend real-world networks
World's largest cyber defense competition cofounded with the Air Force to inspire students towards STEM careers
Individual or team network assessment and network defense competition where competitors vie for control of resources
Collegiate cyber defense competition where teams compete by securing provided virtual machines
Shape K-12 and Beyond Educational Resources for Elementary School Middle School High School Universities The UTSA Center for Infrastructure Assurance & Security (CIAS) is committed to creating a culture of cybersecurity through a comprehensive K-12 Cybersecurity Program. The CIAS conducts research into effective ways to introduce students to cybersecurity principles through educational
Community members, students and anyone over age 11 can share their knowledge – and passion – of cybersecurity by creating their own CTD card.
Cyber Threat Guardian Rules Cyber Threat Guardian (CTG) is a multi-player card game, for ages five and up, that introduces players to technology and cybersecurity terms and concepts. Like other family games, it involves a little strategy and a bit of luck. This game provides a fun way for younger
Cyber Threat Protector is designed as a two-player game, but it can be modified to allow for more players. Below is a brief overview to help you get started.
San Antonio CTD Tournaments Cyber Threat Defender Rules How to play Play online Digital Tournaments DIY Design Challenge Classroom Resources Sponsorships Cyber Threat Defender (CTD) tabletop card game tournaments are small, entry level events on a local scale. Initially held in San Antonio, Texas, these tournaments are open to all
Online Store Check out our 2 NEW Booster Packs! Instructors Digital Games Watch Shop SHOP NOW Base Decks Base Decks for CTG, CTD & CTP. 12 CTD Booster Packs Enhance your Cyber Threat Defender starter deck with these limited-run booster packs! 8 Accessories Game Mats, Posters, Rulebooks and CyBear Sticker
CTD Rules Cyber Threat Defender Rules How to play Play online Digital Tournaments DIY Design Challenge Classroom Resources Sponsorships About Cyber Threat Defender is designed as a two-player game, but it can be modified to allow for more players. Below is a brief overview to help you get started. For
Since April 2016, Cyber Threat Defender (CTD) has been teaching students worldwide about essential cybersecurity information and defense strategies. Created as a multi-player, collectible card game, CTD is designed to be fun and easy-to-play for ages 11 and up.
Cyber Threat Guardian (CTG) is a multi-player card game, for ages five and up, that introduces players to technology and cybersecurity terms and concepts.
About Cyber Threat Protector Cyber Threat Protector (CTP) is a multi-player card game, targeting grades 3-5, that introduces players to technology and cybersecurity terms and concepts. With an average game lasting 20 minutes, players will learn basic cybersecurity terminology, be introduced to a network infrastructure, learn about the relationships between
Play CTD Digital Cyber Threat Defender Rules How to play Play online Digital Tournaments DIY Design Challenge Classroom Resources Sponsorships Cyber Threat Defender (CTD): Digital is a video game simulation of the tabletop collectible card game. Players challenge non-player, or computer-based, opponents with varying levels of difficulty. CTD: Digital can
Supporting Grades 6-12 High School & Middle School Since April 2016, Cyber Threat Defender (CTD) has been teaching middle and high school students worldwide about essential cybersecurity information and defense strategies. Created as a multi-player, collectible card game, CTD is designed for anyone aged 11 and up. This game supports
Sponsorships Support K-12 Classrooms The CIAS thanks our growing network of sponsors and community partners for their support in building a culture of cybersecurity in classrooms nationwide. Our amazing sponsors have helped donate 50,000+ cybersecurity card games to classrooms nationwide… and it continues to reach more students each month. Additionally,
Meet The CyBears Invite Alan CyBear to Your Area! Follow Alan CyBear’s Adventures online! Facebook Instagram Twitter Online Store The CIAS K-12 Cybersecurity Program is designed to introduce students to cybersecurity education and possible career paths in STEM disciplines, especially cybersecurity. To increase interest and learning capabilities, this initiative is
K-5 STEM Worksheets With help from the CyBear family and other cybersecurity mascots, the CIAS has developed free cybersecurity and technology-focused activity sheets to introduce young learners in grades K-5 to STEM concepts while complementing classroom curriculum. These areas of interest range from learning the Alphabet, numbers and counting, colors,
K-12 Cybersecurity Games Download the CIAS Game Launcher For Your PC Shape In 2015, the Air Force Association contracted with the CIAS to develop three digital games for its Elementary School Cyber Education Initiative (ISCEI): Security Showdown 2, Packet Protector and JeffOS. Since those initial games were created, two additional
The CIAS was established at UTSA in June of 2001 as part of UTSA’s creation of a cybersecurity program. The CIAS delivers quality research, training, K-12 education, and competition and exercise programs to advance organizational and community cybersecurity capabilities and collaboration.
