The immersive cyber security training game that changed the global security landscape for good
Join us in celebrating the legacy of this groundbreaking product, the team that built it, and the many dedicated and talented players who will soon form a significant part of the world's cyber workforce.
The game
Cracking passwords, finding hidden messages and experiencing life as an ethical hacker in an immersive learning experience - players solved mysterious puzzles, unlocked levels and sharpened their offensive and defensive security skills in the role of a cyber crime investigator.
The team
Meet the team who built CyberStart - a unique blend of people with diverse abilities, all working towards the same goal of providing an innovative educational platform to inspire the next generation of cyber security professionals.
The programmes
The cornerstone of a diverse array of education programmes, from high school initiatives nurturing budding talents to university partnerships fostering advanced skill development, CyberStart has been instrumental in empowering learners of all backgrounds.
The legacy
The pioneering game platform has left an indelible mark on the cyber security landscape. Through its innovative approach of gamifying cybersecurity education, CyberStart has empowered countless individuals worldwide to develop critical skills and pursue careers in this vital field.
Timeline of CyberStart History
- 2014: First version of CyberStart built under the company name "Helical Levity".
- 2016: CyberStart first utilised providing engaging cyber security education to 600+ students at a summer camp in the UAE.
- 2017: Cyber Discovery programme launches, inspiring over 100k students in the UK to try cyber security.
- 2018: Girls Go CyberStart programme launches, introducing cyber security to 30k female students across the US.
- 2019: Cyber FastTrack programme launches, accelerating the pathway to a cyber security career for college students in the US through free training and scholarships.
- 2020: CyberStart America programme launches, helping high school students in the US discover their passion for cyber security, advance their skills and win scholarships.
- 2021: A rebuild of CyberStart launches, expanding our content base, boosting interactivity and building a platform that could continuously deliver new features and functionality.
- 2022: CyberStart Canada programme launches, providing free cyber security training to female and non-binary students in Canada.
- 2023: Product updates to enhance classroom usage with clearer learning outcomes and improved onboarding for students, and refined classroom tracking and assistance for educators.