AmjadMehmood

ISLAMABAD: National Centre for Cyber Security (NCCS), Air University has organized a mega event of Pakistan Cybersecurity Challenge (PCC). The eventcomprised on series of challenges including Capture-The-Flag Competition, Start-up Ideas and Crypto Challenges.

The PCC event offers a platform to identify and develop talented pool of students and cybersecurity enthusiasts for a secure resilient, robust, and cyber secure Pakistan. It will give participants a unique opportunity to team up and compete in various cybersecurity challenges and show their mettle.

The closing ceremony of PCC event shall be held today at 1530 Hrs in Air University main auditorium. Dr. ShaistaSohail, Acting Chairperson / Executive Director, HEC will preside the closing ceremony. The closing ceremony will attract a diverse range of participants including industry executives, cybersecurity consultants, CISOs, academics, government officials, and delegates from security organizations, who share a common interest to strengthen the national cybersecurity ecosystem.

Over 600 participants from 50+ Universities/Educational Institutions in Pakistan have registered for the PCC Event. Out of total, around 60 students have qualified for the first round of CTF while the first round of Pak-Crypt and Ideas Cup Challenges are still ongoing. The final rounds of all PCC will be held today at Air University main campus in Islamabad.