The Cybersecurity Summer Training by the Digital Transformation Office

16.08.2024

The Digital Transformation Office organized a special online summer training program for students of the Cybersecurity Vocational School. The program, which started on July 22 and ended on August 16, aimed to provide in-depth knowledge and skills in the field of cybersecurity. Throughout the training, expert instructors from various fields delivered comprehensive lessons, addressing critical topics in the world of cybersecurity.

One of the highlights of the training program was on Monday, August 5, when Kürşat Oğuzhan Akıncı and Ahmet Akan from BlackBox Security met with the students. The expert instructors conducted a CTF101 (Capture The Flag) training, offering students the opportunity to enhance their skills in identifying and resolving security vulnerabilities. This training provided practical experience, helping students to increase their proficiency in the field of cybersecurity.

The contributions of BlackBox Security were of great importance in this training program. The company shared its extensive industry experience and technical knowledge with the students, enabling them to develop a deep understanding of cybersecurity. Through interactive and hands-on training sessions, Kürşat Oğuzhan Akıncı and Ahmet Akan prepared the students for the challenges they may face in real-world scenarios.

The Digital Transformation Office continues to support young talents and contribute to Turkey’s cybersecurity ecosystem through such training programs. Throughout the program, students had the opportunity not only to acquire theoretical knowledge but also to reinforce what they learned through practical work and projects. The training program allowed students to enhance their knowledge and skills in cybersecurity, marking an important step in their future careers.

This training, conducted with the valuable contributions and guidance of BlackBox Security’s expert instructors, is seen as a significant step towards expanding Turkey’s talent pool in the field of cybersecurity