CyberStart America
The free national program that encouraged high school students to master cybersecurity as a gateway to the industry and to up their digital skills.
From 2020-2024, CyberStart America gave free access to an online game that provided a fun, accessible gateway for high school students to explore their cybersecurity skills, and learn about the cyber industry and careers.
How did it work?
Discover
With no prior experience, players uncovered their hidden talent for cybersecurity through games, puzzles and challenges
Advance
Students cracked the codes, found the flags and dealt with real-life cyber challenges as they built an impressive set of cyber credentials
Win
High achievers could qualify for college scholarships through various pathways offered by the NCSF