#CyberNorth CTF Connect
Date: Monday, September 7
Time: 13:00-18:00
Place: A193-Ske, Skellefteå & Online
(https://ltu-se.zoom.us/j/68779689560)
Who should attend?
Anyone curious about cybersecurity – from prospective students and newcomers to experienced LTU students.
Curious about ethical hacking, cybersecurity competitions, AI, and digital problem-solving?
Join us for #CyberNorth CTF Connect, an inspiring and interactive afternoon where students, cybersecurity enthusiasts, industry representatives, and experienced CTF players come together.
Whether you're completely new to cybersecurity or already solving challenges on your own, this event is designed to help participants learn, connect, and discover new opportunities.
Preliminary Program
13:00 | Welcome
Kick off the afternoon, meet fellow students and guests, and get ready for an afternoon of cybersecurity.
13:15–14:15 | From Student to a Career in Cybersecurity
How do you turn an interest in cybersecurity into a career? Former LTU student Max shares his journey from studying and working part-time to becoming a Security Analyst and, today, a Detection Engineer. Get an inside look at life in a SOC, the skills that matter in the real world, and what it takes to start building a career in cybersecurity. Representatives from Atea SOC will also share what they do and talk about potential career opportunities.
14:15–14:45 | Fika
Recharge with coffee and snacks, meet the speakers and connect with fellow students and industry guests.
14:45–15:30 | CTF, Code Sports & Getting Started
Curious about CTF? Isabella (a former LTU student and current employee at Civsec Nordic AB / Women4Cyber) shares her journey into the Swedish CTF scene and tips for getting started. What is CTF? How do competitions work? How do you build a team?
15:30–16:30 | Practical Session
Time to put things into practice, together with Isabella! Try hands-on CTF challenges and scenario-based exercises, test your skills and learn together with others.
16:30–17:15 | Industry Insights: Skills & Future Needs
Meet cybersecurity companies and hear what skills they are looking for, how the industry is evolving and where future opportunities may be. A great chance to ask questions, make connections and get inspired for your future career. A former LTU student, Johan from Civsec Nordic AB, will share his journey, and industry insights.
17:15– | Cyber Chill – Eat, Meet & Connect
We wrap up the day with food, informal hangout and a chance to continue the conversations, meet people from the industry and connect with other students – maybe even find teammates for your next CTF.
What to expect
Inspiration & Community
Meet experienced CTF players, learn how cybersecurity competitions work, and discover how students can get involved in the growing CTF community.
Hands-on Challenges & Interactive Activities
Try practical exercises, challenge-based learning activities, and beginner-friendly cybersecurity tasks designed to spark curiosity and develop problem-solving skills.
AI, Cybersecurity & Future Challenges
Explore how AI is changing the cybersecurity landscape, creating both new opportunities and new challenges for defenders and attackers alike.
Industry Insights
Meet cybersecurity companies and professionals, learn about future skill needs, and discover opportunities for internships, thesis projects, and future careers.
Growing the LTU Cyber Community - Team Frostbyte
One of the goals of the event is to bring together students interested in cybersecurity and help grow the LTU cyber community around Team Frostbyte, LTU's student CTF team. Whether participants are curious beginners or experienced competitors, the event offers an opportunity to connect with like-minded students, learn from each other, and discover ways to get involved in future competitions and activities.
No experience needed – just interest, energy, and an open mind!
Please register for this event: https://simplesignup.se/event/237147
