CyberForce Program

Securing the Spark

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Welcome to Securing the Spark, the official podcast of the CyberForce Program, led by the Department of Energy’s Office of Cybersecurity, Energy Security, and Emergency Response, where we discuss cybersecurity, workforce development, and how the next generation is securing our nation’s energy.

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CyberForce Competition Unplugged: The Volunteer Perspective 26.08.2025 15:38

On the third episode of Securing the SPARK, we are joined by Carol who is a long time volunteer for the Department of Energy's CyberForce Competition® who identifies servitude as a part of her passions. Learn why volunteering for CyberForce is fulfilling and helping the next generation of cyber defenders.

CyberForce Competition® Unplugged – The Mentor Perspective 13.06.2025 39:52

On the second episode of Securing the SPARK, we are joined by two mentors from the Department of Energy's CyberForce Competition® who how they have gathered teams, identified funding sources, and kept students motivated throughout the competition. They speak about the impact to their students and you'll even hear a few tips and tricks that they took from each other.

CyberForce Competition® Unplugged – The Student Perspective 21.04.2025 32:18

On this first episode of Securing the SPARK, we are joined by two student competitors from the 2024 Department of Energy's CyberForce Competition® who share their personal experiences on how they prepared, persevered, and ultimately learned more about themselves and the energy landscape.