Programs and competitions

Activities

Practical learning is at the heart of our work. Our formats combine challenging IT security tasks with teamwork and professional exchange.

Documented formats

Our competitions

We publish current information about competitions, participation and results together with Nachwuchsförderung IT-Sicherheit e.V.

European Cybersecurity Challenge 2026

Europe's competition for young IT security talent takes place at RuhrCongress Bochum from 12 to 16 October 2026.

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What defines our formats

  • Challenges with practical IT security relevance
  • Space for teamwork, exchange and feedback
  • Entry points for different experience levels
  • A combination of learning and friendly competition