National Cyber League

national cyber league in blue letters with a blue cyber lock to the right

A group of students from Capital University pose in the museum's Centennial Boardroom.

The 2024 National Cyber League competition has concluded. Continue to follow us here and on our social media for announcements about the 2025 season.

About NCL:
Throughout the season, students can track their skills growth with an NCL Scouting Report or represent their school in the national Cyber Power Rankings.

The National Cyber League (NCL) is a cybersecurity competition that prepares students for a career in cybercrime. In the NCL Games, students work to solve challenges such as identifying hackers from forensic data, pentesting and auditing vulnerable websites, recovering from ransomware attacks, and more. NCL offers competitions for those who want to compete for fun or to hone their skills.

National Cyber League Spring Season begins in February. All cyber "Open Gyms" will be conducted virtually. Students must be able to attend in-person at the museum for competition days. Additional information about dates and registration process will be available in late 2024/early 2025.

Screening at Entrance
All visitors may be screened with a metal detector upon entry. In addition all bags are subject to search and may be placed through an X-Ray machine. Weapons are not permitted including pocket knives and firearms, to include conceal carry and other dangerous weapons.
Prohibited Items
Prohibited Items:
- Firearms*
- Knives
- Box cutters
- Food and Soda Drinks
- Alcohol
- Coolers

* Firearms, to include conceal carry and other dangerous weapons, are specifically prohibited in Federal facilities in accordance with 18 USC §930 (c)

Permitted Items:
- Water bottles (clear, sealed bottle, up to 20 oz.)
- Purses
- Camera bags
- Diaper bags
- Strollers
- Service animals

Please note the National Museum of the U.S. Air Force is not responsible for items left in vehicles.
Click here for frequently asked questions regarding items permitted inside the museum.
Visitor Photography Notice
Notice: Visitors may be filmed, photographed or recorded by the U.S. Air Force for educational and promotional uses, including for posting on public websites and social media.
Individuals are permitted to take their own photographs or videos while touring the museum.

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