Distinguished Panel of Cybersecurity Experts

Our competition is evaluated by five highly respected cybersecurity professionals, each bringing decades of experience in information security, incident response, and strategic leadership. These industry veterans ensure fair, professional, and expert assessment of all team performances.

5 Expert Judges
125+ Combined Years Experience
Multiple CISO & Leadership Roles
Chris Perry

Chris Perry

Virtual CISO & Security Consultant

CISSP

Certified Information System Security Professional (CISSP) with 30 years of proven experience at balancing the technical nuances of integrating the most up-to-date security solutions and methods into existing and developing information systems while reducing total cost and enhancing mission and business processes.

Currently serves as a virtual Chief Information Security Officer (vCISO) and trusted advisor for more than 15 small, medium, and large commercial businesses and non-profit organizations.

vCISO Services Security Architecture Risk Management
Matthew Sciberras

Matthew Sciberras

Chief Information Security Officer

CISO at Invicti

Technically astute and accomplished leader with extensive experience in information security management. Currently serving as Chief Information Security Officer at Invicti, bringing strategic vision and operational excellence to enterprise security initiatives.

Recognized for his ability to align security strategies with business objectives while maintaining robust protection against evolving cyber threats.

Information Security Management Strategic Leadership Enterprise Security
David Ruiz

David Ruiz

Enterprise Security Leader

Military Veteran

Enterprise Security, Cybersecurity and Information Technology Leader with extensive military background. Military Veteran who has served in Cybersecurity Leadership positions including Executive Consultant, virtual Chief Information Security Officer (vCISO), Director of Information Security, and Deputy CIO.

Brings unique perspective combining military discipline with enterprise cybersecurity leadership, specializing in strategic security initiatives and organizational transformation.

Enterprise Security Military Background Leadership
Andrew Hural

Andrew Hural

MDR/IR Director

UnderDefense

Cybersecurity Veteran, Incident Response Expert, and MDR/IR Director at UnderDefense. Recognized for extensive research on threat activity and incidents related to Ukraine and Taiwan, with a deep understanding of APT teams from Russia and China.

Specializes in advanced persistent threat analysis, incident response coordination, and managed detection and response services with particular expertise in geopolitical cyber threats.

Incident Response Threat Intelligence APT Analysis
Art Ocain

Art Ocain

Chief Information Security Officer

CISO at Airiam

With over 25 years of IT and cybersecurity experience, brings dedication and strategic insight to every role. Currently serves as Chief Information Security Officer at Airiam, providing strategic leadership and vision for comprehensive security programs.

Extensive background spanning multiple decades in both IT operations and cybersecurity leadership, with proven track record of building and managing enterprise security programs.

Strategic Leadership 25+ Years Experience Enterprise Security

How Our Judges Evaluate Teams

Our expert panel follows a comprehensive evaluation framework to ensure fair and thorough assessment of all participating teams.

Real-time Monitoring

Judges observe team performance throughout the entire 6-8 hour challenge, monitoring detection accuracy, response speed, and collaboration effectiveness.

Documentation Review

Comprehensive evaluation of incident reports, evidence preservation, timeline accuracy, and actionable recommendations provided by teams.

Collaborative Scoring

Judges deliberate collectively to ensure consistent evaluation across all award categories, maintaining transparency and fairness.

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