Australian Workforce Cyber Challenge
The AWCC – Tasmanian Pilot is designed as a dual pipeline model, simultaneously developing emerging tertiary student talent while uplifting the capability of the State Service and industry workforce.
Round 1 Commences:
How it works
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Participants undertake a series of hyper-realistic CTF cyber challenges through an integrated VM and LMS
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Combining theoretical frameworks with applied practice to develop, benchmark, and validate core cybersecurity competencies.
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Event rounds consist of an initial 3 virtual rounds
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The challenge is accessible 24/7 from any location
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A $350 (ex GST) entry fee is payable per team registered; Indicuduals can register for $65 each and be allocated to a team
Who can enter?
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Australian Tertiary Students, industry or state services employees
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those who are 18+
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Register as a team or Individual
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Teams consist of 3-5
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Organisations can enter multiple teams
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No previous cyber experience required
Why Participate?
Unlock your Potential
This initiative builds real-world cyber capability through hands-on experience, industry connection, and practical learning. It creates clear pathways, career progression, and workforce capability by bridging the gap between learning and employment.
Expert-Led Content
Participants engage with industry-informed content and real-world cyber scenarios, gaining exposure to the tools, environments, and thinking used by professionals.
Learning is guided by experts, ensuring relevance, credibility, and alignment to current industry needs.
Building Future Careers
The program creates clear and accessible pathways into further education, career progression, and employment opportunities.
Through direct connection to industry, mentors, and peers, participants gain insight, networks, and direction to confidently take their next step in cyber.
Engaging & Skills-Focused
Designed to be highly interactive, the experience builds practical, hands-on cyber skills while strengthening problem-solving, critical thinking, and cyber awareness.
Participants don’t just learn—they apply, build confidence, and develop capability that translates into real-world outcomes.
Register to Participate in 2026
2026 Key Dates
Partner With Us
Build the cyber workforce you need—before you have to compete for it.
This initiative connects you directly with emerging talent, giving you early access to skilled participants while helping shape capability aligned to real industry needs.
Whether through:
- Sponsorship
- Mentorship
- In-kind support
Your organisation plays a direct role in developing future cyber professionals while strengthening your own talent pipeline.
Why it Matters?
- Access pre-skilled, high-potential talent early
- Influence the skills and capability of future hires
- Strengthen your brand and industry leadership
- Create pathways through internships, mentoring, and real engagement
How You Can Contribute
- Sponsorship
- Industry mentors
- Internships or work experience
- Support events, challenges, or program delivery
- Collaborate on pathway and capability development