Leidos to Support CyberPatriot for 8th Consecutive Year
The Air Force Association announced Jan. 23 Leidos Inc. will be continuing its support of AFA’s CyberPatriot program as a Cyber Silver sponsor for the eighth consecutive year. “We at Leidos are very proud of our founding sponsorship of the critically important STEM event and pleased [to]continue that support,” Leidos’ retired Lt. Gen. Chuck Heflebower said. “It’s
19th Annual Air Force Association Cycling Classic Supports The Wounded Airman Program
For 19 years, the city of Arlington has hosted the Air Force Association’s Cycling Classic, an event supporting the Wounded Airman Program. The Wounded Airman Program helps financially support and provide wounded, injured and ill Airmen with equipment and care items to help improve their quality of life. The two day event holds races for
AT&T to Support Air Force Association’s CyberPatriot Program
AT&T announced Oct. 5 that it will again support the Air Force Association’s CyberPatriot, the National Youth Cyber Education Program, for the fourth consecutive year. Additionally, AT&T Aspire, the company’s education initiative, is funding support of the overarching program. “The initiative by AT&T to contribute connectivity over the reliable AT&T wireless network for our teams
Nysmith School Team Wins CyberPatriot VII Middle School Division at National Competition
Five Nysmith School students are a few thousand dollars richer after their win at the CyberPatriot VII National Finals Competition. The Nysmith School team became the national champions in the middle school division following the day-long competition on March 13. The Northrop Grumman Foundation is the presenting sponsor of CyberPatriot, the National Youth Cyber Education
Nysmith School Team Among CyberPatriot Finalists, Scheduled to Compete in Nationals March 13-15
The Nysmith School CyberPatriot team is one of three middle school finalists that will compete in the Air Force Association‘s CyberPatriot National Youth Cyber Defense Competition. The team members, Ryan McCrystal (11), Aryaan Hussain (12), Bhavjeet Sanghera (12), and Monica Saraf (12) will compete for national recognition and scholarship money in a four-hour long competition.
Air Force Association Announces 28 Teams to Compete in CyberPatriot Youth Cyber Defense Competition
The Arlington, Va.-based Air Force Association announced Jan. 26 the 28 teams selected to compete at the national finals of its CyberPatriot youth cyber defense competition. Those selected will travel to Washington, D.C. March 11-15 to compete for the title of national champion, as well as scholarships and other prizes. The 13 open division, 12
Northrop Grumman’s Shawn Purvis, Cyber Division Sector VP and GM, on the Changing Cybersecurity Landscape
Shawn Purvis is the new Sector Vice President and General Manager for the Cyber division of Northrop Grumman’s Information Systems sector and has been with the organization since 2012. WashingtonExec interviewed Purvis on her new position, the challenges ahead and the changing landscape of cybersecurity. Purvis also discussed CyberPatriot and the importance of mentorship with WashingtonExec.
US STEM Foundation President Doug Donegan Discusses Local Science, Technology, Engineering and Math Initiatives
WashingtonExec interviewed US STEM Foundation President Doug Donegan about the organization’s mission and how companies and employees alike can support Science, Technology, Engineering and Math (STEM) initiatives. Donegan talks about the importance of creating opportunities for students to participate in hands-on experiential learning activities that challenge their intellect and enhance their ability to creatively collaborate.
Students Advance to CyberPatriot VI Finals
Twenty-eight teams of high school and middle school students nationwide have advanced to the finals of CyberPatriot VI. The students, comprised of 26 teams of high school students and two teams of middle school students, will compete in the youth cyber defense competition at National Harbor in Maryland in March. All expenses will be paid
Leidos Sponsors CyberPatriot Education Program to Inspire Youth to Pursue STEM Careers
The Air Force Association (AFA) today announced that Leidos (LDOS), a national security, health, and engineering solutions company, will continue as a sponsor for CyberPatriot –The National Youth Cyber Education Program. “Leidos is committed to providing our nation’s youth with education opportunities they may otherwise not be able to benefit from,” said Cecily Joseph, senior
CyberPatriot Program Inspires High School Students Toward STEM Careers
Over 800 teams across the world have registered to compete in the CyberPatriot program, a national high school cyber defense competition hosted by the Arlington-based Air Force Association. The program aims to inspire high school students towards careers in science, technology, mathematics, and engineering (STEM) disciplines critical to our nation’s future. Currently registered teams are
CyberPatriot National Finalist Winners Announced
The Air Force Association (AFA) recently announced the winners of the CyberPatriot V National Finals competition. The first place winner of the Open Division and the President’s trophy was the Chantilly Academy’s team “VOID,” of Chantilly, Va. The All Service Division first place winner of the Commander-in-Chief Cup was the “Devil Dogs” of the Marine
The Northrop Grumman Foundation to Continue Sponsorship of CyberPatriot
Sandra Evers-Manly, President of the Northrop Grumman Foundation The Northrop Grumman Foundation recently presented a $4.5 million grant to the Air Force Association (AFA) for CyberPatriot, and announced it will continue to be the leading sponsor of the school cyber defense competition. Contributing to the program since 2010, the foundation will support CyberPatriot competitions though
Air Force Association Nation’s Capital Chapter Honors STEM Student of the Year, Meg Hunt
Meg Hunt, a junior at Georgetown Visitation Preparatory School, has been named female Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math (STEM) student of the year for the District by the Air Force Association’s Nation’s Capital Chapter. Hunt spoke with WashingtonExec about her win, how she got into STEM, her influence in the field, advice on getting into
500 High School Teams Set to Compete in CyberPatriot V Games
The Air Force Association (AFA) has announced that over 500 teams are registered to compete in CyberPatriot V, the national high school cyber defense competition. Students in 47 states and Puerto Rico, as well as schools run by the Dept. of Defense in Europe and Asia, are participating in the contest to learn about science,
CyberPatriot Announces Completion Of Pre-Competition Survey
Recently, CyberPatriot announced that it has completed its IV’s pre-competition survey. This survey was distributed to 1,000-plus student competitors, gathering information on participants’ general knowledge of all things cyber. CyberPatriot, established by the Air Force Association (AFA), is the nation’s largest high school cyber security challenge. The competition was designed to give students a hands-on
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