CIAS Engagement Opportunities
The Byte Buffet:
PICK & PROMOTE
Your Sponsorship Package
At the CIAS, we know that one-size-fits-all sponsorships aren’t always satisfying. That’s why we’ve cooked up an à la carte sponsorship menu — a customizable spread of opportunities that lets you pick and plate exactly what aligns with your mission, budget and audience.
Training for Every Taste
Sponsoring the CIAS’ professional development programs helps seasoned professionals sharpen their cybersecurity skills and stay ahead of emerging threats, prepares your community for cyber incidents and helps create a culture of cybersecurity. Through these dynamic programs, you can help cultivate a stronger cyber workforce – mixing hands-on experience, collaboration and continual upskilling to serve up excellence in cybersecurity readiness.
Classroom Cravings
The CIAS K-12 Cyber Journey Program introduces students to cybersecurity education and possible career paths in STEM disciplines, especially cybersecurity. Whether you’re interested in helping build foundational cyber awareness skills with our youngest community members or preparing the future workforce, we have programs for you!
Sponsor Levels for the full K-12 Cyber Journey Program
200 Classroom Sets (≤5,000 Decks!)
Sent to K-12 teachers
With 200 Rulebooks
Themed Booster Pack
With 12 custom, playable cards
In-Game Digital Ad
Featured on CTD: Digital game board screen (120x90px)
Logo on Sponsorship page
Custom training opportunities
On how to play games
$100,000+
300 Classroom Sets (≤7,500 Decks!)
Sent to K-12 teachers
With 300 Rulebooks
300 Branded Classroom Sets
All 300 sets featuring sponsor's logo
Themed Booster Pack
With 12 custom, playable cards
Digital Booster Card
Sponsor Card added to CTD: Digital
In-Game Digital Ads and Logo
Featured on CTD: Digital including game board screen and introduction video
Logo on Sponsorship page
eNewsletter Recognition
Your logo on our K-12 focused eNewsletters
Sponsor driven content on social media channels
Custom training opportunities
On how to play games
$150,000+
Challenge Platters
In addition to addressing the critical cybersecurity talent shortage, sponsoring the CIAS’ cybersecurity competitions can enhance an organization’s brand reputation as a technology leader, show you’re an advocate for employee development and have interest in growing the local community pipeline.
Sponsor Levels for the National Collegiate Cyber Defense Competition
Gain national exposure and brand recognition through logo placement and digital promotion. Benefits include:
- Digital logo (loop) in NCCDC Lounge throughout the competition
- Logo recognition on website and digital signage
- Recognition via NCCDC social media channels
- Invitation to the Recruiting Mixer (Evening, Day 2)
- Insert in NCCDC participant backpacks (sponsor-provided swag or literature)
$5,000+
Enhance your presence and recruiting visibility with expanded branding and direct student engagement. Includes all Supporter benefits, plus:
- Logo on competition signage (digital and physical)
- Dedicated recruiting mixer table (6′ x 30″)
- Access to student resumes (for those opting in) — Day 1 of competition
- (1) Red Team position for your organization
$10,000+
Showcase your company as a key supporter of cybersecurity education and hands-on competition. Includes all Silver benefits, plus:
- Elevated visibility on digital and physical signage
- Recognition in NCCDC communications and media
$20,000+
Position your organization as a national leader in cybersecurity workforce development. Includes all Gold benefits, plus:
- Access to student resumes 3 days prior to competition
- (2) Red Team positions
- Choice of branded swag item in NCCDC backpack
- Placement of a free-standing sign (up to 4′ wide) in the Operations Room
$30,000+
Lead the way as a top-tier sponsor with unmatched exposure, access, and engagement opportunities. Includes all Platinum benefits, plus:
- (3) Red Team positions
- Access to student resumes 1 week prior to competition
- (2) recruiting mixer tables (as space allows)
- 10-minute speaking opportunity during Opening or Awards Ceremony (first come, first serve)
- Promotion opportunity in competition area (4×6 banner/pop-up)
- Exclusive branding option for the official NCCDC coin or t-shirt
$50,000+
Community Potluck
Book a special appearance by Alan CyBear, run a CIAS-supported tournament in your community, or partner up with C4.
