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    Collegiate cyber defense competition where teams of 8 defend real-world networks

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    World's largest cyber defense competition cofounded with the Air Force to inspire students towards STEM careers

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    Individual or team network assessment and network defense competition where competitors vie for control of resources

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    Collegiate cyber defense competition where teams compete by securing provided virtual machines

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    Research-based cybersecurity courses aimed at helping individuals in states and communities nationwide to develop and improve their own cybersecurity programs

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The CIAS was established at UT San Antonio in June of 2001 as part of UT San Antonio’s creation of a cybersecurity program. The CIAS delivers quality research, training, K-12 education, and competition and exercise programs to advance organizational and community cybersecurity capabilities and collaboration.

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