THE SANS INSTITUTE IS PROUD TO PRESENT
The 9th Annual SANS Services Cup
The SANS Services Cup is a unique event that occurs during the SANS Cyber Defense Initiative® 2024, tailored exclusively to members of the United States Department of Defense. The winning team of this championship qualifies to compete in the 2025 International Services Cup!
Services Cup Winner
After an intense competition showcasing incredible skills, strategy, and teamwork, we’re thrilled to announce the United States Air Force as the winner of the SANS Services Cup 2024!
The USAF rose to the challenge, delivering an exceptional performance that set the standard for cyber excellence. A huge congratulations to the team for their hard-earned victory!
Meet This Year's Teams
- US Air Force
- US Air Force Reserve
- US Army
- US Army Reserve
- US Coast Guard
- US Marine Corps
- US Marine Corps Reserve
- US National Guard
- US Navy
- US Navy Reserve
- US Space Force
SANS Services Cup Agenda
Event Location: Washington Hilton | International Ballroom EAST
Event Address: 1919 Connecticut Avenue, N.W., Washington D.C. 20009
Phone: 202-483-3000
December 15th, Sunday:
- 1800-1845: VIP Reception
- 1845-2145: Night 1 of Competition
December 16th, Monday:
- 1845-2145: Night 2 of Competition
- 2145-2215: Award Ceremony
A representative from SANS will reach out to team leaders with more information.
The Services Cup Legacy
| Year | United States DoD Branch | Team's Name | Cyber Range |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | National Guard | Ctf4antz | Special Range |
| 2022 | National Guard | Ctf4antz | Cyber Defense NetWars |
| 2021 | National Guard | Ctf4antz | Cyber Defense NetWars |
| 2020 | National Guard | Ctf4antz | Cyber Defense NetWars |
| 2019 | US Air Force | ed_skoudis | Castle vs Castle NetWars |
| 2018 | US Air Force | 67th Cyberspace Wing | Castle vs Castle NetWars |
| 2017 | US Army | - | Core NetWars 5.0 |
| 2016 | US Air Force | - | Core NetWars 4.0 |
