BLUF

Defence’s Security Operations Centre personnel competed in an international cyber security exercise involving 605 participants from 18 countries. Defence teams practised incident response, analysis and problem-solving, with one forensics team placing 21st overall.

Learning Outcomes 

  • Explain the role of cyber security competitions in developing Defence capability, including how realistic simulations help personnel practise incident response and technical skills.
  • Analyse the importance of teamwork, data analysis, and critical thinking in responding to cyber security incidents within operational environments.
  • Evaluate how participation in international cyber exercises strengthens individual and organisational readiness, building skills and confidence that can be applied to real-world Defence cyber operations. 

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