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Beat the Breach: Defend, Respond, Survive

Presented by
McKay Hardy and Westley Wagstaff

Event Overview

Step into an action-packed, 3-hour immersive cybersecurity showdown designed to test your incident response chops! In this live-fire, scenario-driven exercise, you’ll tackle real-world challenges, race against the clock, and flex your skills in technical wizardry, executive-level communication, strategic planning, and team collaboration. Think you’ve got what it takes to save the day? Join the mission and prove your cyber hero credentials in this exciting half-day adventure!

Event Details and Information

Beat the Breach is a 3-hour, high-intensity cybersecurity simulation where participants race against the clock to contain a live incident. This immersive experience tests the full range of incident response skills—from technical triage to executive communication and strategic coordination. Step into the role of a cyber responder and prove you’ve got what it takes to save the day.

Gear Checklist

  • Your trusty laptop, ready to plug into our provided sandbox environment
  • Power adapters and any must-have peripherals (mouse, keyboard, etc.)
  • Note-taking gadgets or classic pen-and-paper—your call!

Hero Requirements (Skills You Need

  • Previous hands-on experience with incident response
  • Cybersecurity knowledge equivalent to Security+ certification or practical experience
  • Solid grasp of technical analysis, incident handling, and teamwork under pressure

FAQ

Q: How long is the event, and do I need to stay for the entire duration?
A: This is a 4-hour event, and participants are expected to fully engage for the entire experience.

Q: Should I preload software on my laptop?
A: Nope! Just make sure your laptop can connect using Remote Desktop Protocol (RDP) to another machine on a local network, and you’ll be good to go.

Q: Will there be tech ninjas available for troubleshooting?
A: Absolutely! Our team of facilitators and tech experts are standing by, ready to assist.

Q: Is this challenge suitable for beginners?
A: This event is crafted for seasoned cyber warriors with prior incident response experience. A Security+ certification or equivalent is recommended.

Q: Can I sign up as a team?
A: Absolutely! Bring your crew and prove your team has what it takes to beat the breach. Whether you’re seasoned SOC pros or a dream team of defenders, teamwork is key in this cyber showdown.

Extra Intel

Gear up for excitement, collaboration, and skill-sharpening fun. It’s more than a simulation—it’s your chance to engage in realistic scenarios, level up your cyber defense skills, and emerge ready to handle anything thrown your way.