EVENT SUMMARY

Join CRDF Global and SANS Institute online on September 12, 2025, for a cybersecurity practice exercise that runs alongside the in-person cyber crisis simulation in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, during the LATAM CISO conference.

• Develop real-world skills in an immersive environment.
• Improve your proficiency in network security, cryptography, incident response, forensics, and more.
• Top performers gain access to SANS Institute training & summits.
• Join a global alumni network, build regional ties, and access ongoing learning.
• The Game Portal can be easily translated by the in-browser translator.
  
• Flexible completion: the exercise may take around 6-8 hours, but the platform will remain open for 72 hours for participants to explore and learn.

When does the online event kick off? 

• 12 PM Brasília Time (BRT) & Argentina Time (ART) – UTC -3
• 10 AM Colombia Time (COT) – UTC -5
• 9 AM Central Standard Time (CST) – UTC -6

WHO SHOULD ATTEND?

• Cybersecurity mid-career professionals 
• University students with interest and experience in the field
• You do not have to be an expert to apply! The flexible completion time allows for learning at your own speed.

Open to participants from Brazil, Argentina, Colombia, and Costa Rica.

REGISTRATION

Early registration is highly encouraged. In case of additional questions, contact Marta Wróblewska at mwroblewska@crdfglobal.org. After receipt of your registration request, CRDF Global will confirm your attendance of the workshop via email.

Participants from Brazil, Argentina, and Colombia with an interest in strategic decision-making who would prefer to join us onsite are encouraged to register for that event. If you would like to join us in person, please register on this form.