Workshop Day 1: Blue Team Fundamentals

The Alan B Levan | NSU Broward Center of Innovation & Maverc Technologies is excited to present Two interactive training workshops designed to give participants a strong foundation in defending against today’s evolving cyber threats. This program blends classroom-style instruction with hands-on application, offering attendees both the knowledge and practical experience to confidently step into Blue Team roles.

Day 1 participants will gain a solid understanding of the core principles of Blue Team operations, including defensive strategies, threat detection, log analysis, and incident response. The session will also introduce industry frameworks such as MITRE ATT&CK Matrix, ensuring attendees understand not only how to defend but also how to align their efforts with recognized best practices.

Day 2 participants will put their learning to the test during a Mini Capture the Flag (CTF) exercise. This fast-paced, interactive challenge is designed to simulate real-world cyber incidents where participants must analyze, detect, and respond to threats under time constraints. The CTF provides a fun, competitive environment that reinforces Blue Team skills while demonstrating the value of collaboration and critical thinking in cyber defense.

Whether you’re a student exploring a career in cybersecurity, an IT professional transitioning into security, or a system administrator seeking to strengthen your defensive toolkit, this workshop will provide the knowledge, practical skills, and confidence to take your cyber defense capabilities to the next level.

Day 1– Blue Team Fundamentals

• Introduction to Defensive Cybersecurity & Blue Team Roles
• Threat Detection & Log Analysis
• Incident Response Best Practices
• Vulnerability Management & Hardening Techniques
• Tools & Frameworks: SIEM, MITRE ATT&CK, NIST, CIS Controls

Day 2 – Mini Capture the Flag Exercise

• Apply Blue Team principles in a live, hands-on CTF challenge
• Detect and respond to simulated cyberattacks in real time
• Compete in a fun, learning-focused environment

Day 2 Registration link - https://www.eventbrite.com/e/workshop-day-2-mini-capture-the-flag-exercise-tickets-1302455231659

• Aspiring professionals exploring entering cybersecurity
• Students & early-career security enthusiasts
• System administrators & network engineers expanding into defense
• Anyone eager to gain hands-on Blue Team experience

• Learn practical Blue Team defense strategies
• Test your skills in a mini CTF challenge
• Receive a certificate of completion
• Network with cybersecurity professionals and peers

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Host or Publisher Alan B. Levan NSU | Broward Center of Innovation