MILITARY RELATIONS PROGRAM Program Mission Statement ​ BIC Military Relations is dedicated to building a solid sub-community within the Blacks in Cybersecurity family structure, that promotes a culture of information sharing, resource libraries, services specifically available to veterans, and guidance that addresses the unique needs of military veterans. In understanding the unique hardships that come with being a service member of color, we aim to provide an environment that supports and pushes each other forward. ​ Program Vision To be the one-stop shop for veteran resources for the BIC military community. ​

RED TEAM DEVELOPMENT PROGRAM Our mission is to enhance the representation and participation of people of color in the Offensive Security Community and industry. We are committed to achieving this through providing comprehensive educational opportunities, specialized training, and enriching networking experiences. By offering real-world exposure and leveraging our strategic partnerships, we aim to empower individuals, foster diversity, and drive inclusive excellence in the field of offensive security. THE DEVELOPMENT PROGRAM APPLICATION IS CURRENTLY AVAILABLE IN THE ONLINE COMMUNITY (UNDER THE RED TEAM ROLE). YOU CAN VIEW THE PROGRAM APPLICATION HERE . The application is currently OPEN and will close on March, 28 2024 @ 11:59:59 PM EST. Thank you to our Sponsors!

CAPTURE THE FLAG ENTER BIC @ SHMOOCON CTF 2024 BIC CTF OPEN SUPPORT DISCORD BIC CTF @ ShmooCon 2024 Participants Rules & Regu latio ns Rule: Tampering with the contest infrastructure (physical & virtual) resulting in intentionally interrupting service or availability will result in immediate disqualification and possible escalation to event leadership.Participants may be disqualified if they violate the hosting event contest rules, engage in fraudulent activity, or submit inappropriate content. Rule: The contest will START ON FRIDAY 1/12/24 @ 12:00 PM EST and END ON SATURDAY 1/13/24 @ 5:00 PM EST. Suggestion: While there is no “team member limit” the BIC CTF team strongly sugg ests that you limit you official team members to 1 - 5 individuals. Suggestion: THE BIC CTF Team STRONGLY encourages participating teams to bring their “A-game”, Follow the 3-2-1 Rule and Have Fun!

BIC LEADERSHIP FOUNDER & EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR Michaela Barnett Bio: Award winning Computer security enthusiast, advo cate, activist and the founder of Blacks In Cybersecurity Director of operations Taj Bradle y Bio: COO's wisdom shines, Logistics mastered, codes align, Cyber guardian, divine. ​ EMAIL OPERATIONS DIRECTOR OF Information Paul P earson Bio: Paul helps clients outline their company's technological vision, mitigate cybersecurity risks, and ensure that the te ch resources align with the company's business needs. He is a proud veteran of the U.S. Air Force and boasts an outstandi ng record of community service through local non-profits supporting technology missions. He has over decade of experience supporting the intelligence community, private sector, public sector and no n-profit organizations. Partnership director Khadijah Miller Bio: Experienced Information Technology Product Manager with a demonstrated history of working in software, web and application development. Skilled in Data Analysis, Software Engineering, Application Development, Product Design, and Application security. ​ Director of community RJ McCarley ​

JOB BOARD Our BIC Job Board hosts both shared and exclusive opportunities for our community including scholarships, internships, grants and jobs. ​ To submit opportunities to this job board, please email: bicconf.carserv@gmail.com . ​ *Opportunities on this board change regularly.

SCHOLARSHIPS AND VOUCHERS Blacks In Cybersecurity is proud to partner with organizations and programs dedicated to serving the Black community by donating resources and products to our members. This Allyship allows for the Cybersecurity community at large to become even more effective and vigilant in the effort to make Cybersecurity practices common knowledge and the Cybersecurity field, both hobbyist and professional, accessible to all. @ Blacks In Cybersecurity is proud to partner with the accessible learning platform Cybrary to bring this learning resource into our community. Inquire about join the BIC Community via Slack by emailing BIC-Operations . @ Blacks In Cybersecurity is proud to partner with the iconic Cybersecurity conference Black Hat to provide access to this event to the BIC Community for their Black Hat USA 2020. @ Blacks In Cybersecurity is proud to partner with Cover 6 Solutions to provide a training discount code of 50% . Inquire about this opportunity by applying to join the BIC Community via Slack by emailing BIC-Operations . @ Blacks In Cybersecurity is proud to partner with The Diana Initiative to promote diversity and inclusion at their virtual event 2020.

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BIC COMMITEES The purpose of the BIC Committees is for the better understanding and service to our community and to further to help us connect with and better serve the diversity of the Black community in Cybersecurity. Men's Committee ​ Women's Committee ​ K-12 Committee ​ T33NZ Committee (middle school - high school) ​ HBCU Outreach Committee ​ Differently Abled Committee (Accessibility and Provisions) ​ Continued Learning Committee (serving our senior citizens) ​ International Member Committee (serving our international members) ​ Mentorship Committee ​ LGBTQ+ Committee Please reach out to bicconf.ops@gmail.com to reach the BIC Committee POC.

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BLUE TEAM DEVELOPMENT PROGRAM The BIC Blue Team Development Program seeks to add to the growing number of Defensive Security Professionals. This program includes both in-house programs and classes as well as external organizations or instructors that come to instruct. View the Blue Team Application HERE. Contact the BTDP Team HERE.