CISA Announces Winners of the 2026 President's Cup Cybersecurity Competition

The Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) has announced the winners of the seventh annual President’s Cup cybersecurity competition, which concluded at the end of May 2026. Over 800 competitors and 200 teams participated in this year's event, which began in January with virtual qualifiers. The competition tested participants' skills in three tracks: Defensive, Offensive, and Teams. The winners include 'sheriffsparks' from the U.S. Navy for the Defensive Track, 'bdubya' from the U.S. Army for the Offensive Track, and the team 'ENOENTHUSIASM' from the U.S. Army and U.S. Marine Corps for the Teams Championship. The event aimed to identify and reward top cybersecurity talent within the federal workforce through high-pressure, mission-driven challenges. CISA's Acting Director praised the champions for their sharp analysis and decisive action during the competition.

Key Points: • Over 800 competitors participated in the 2026 President's Cup cybersecurity competition. • Winners included 'sheriffsparks' (Navy), 'bdubya' (Army), and 'ENOENTHUSIASM' (Army/Marine Corps). • The competition focused on testing defensive skills, offensive tactics, and team strategies.