ISUSec Cybersecurity Club
Cybersecurity Club is a Registered Student Organization. Student members not only learn about information security, they also apply their knowledge by competing in national cyber defense & offense competitions.
Students also attend security conventions, such as BSides Peroia and ChiCyberCon and connect with well-known professionals and security companies outside the University.
Official List of competitions the ISU Cybersecurity Club competes in:
- National Cyber League
- NCAE Cyber Games (National Centers of Academic Excellence in Cybersecurity)
- National Collegiate Cyber Defense Competition
- Department of Energy CyberForce Competition
- Global Collegiate Penetration Testing Competition
- And many more!
Women in Cybersecurity – Illinois State University Student Chapter
Women in Cybersecurity (WiCyS) at ISU is a community-driven organization dedicated to fostering diversity and inclusion in cybersecurity. Open to all students, regardless of gender or major, WiCyS provides a welcoming space for learning, networking, and professional development.
Our chapter hosts biweekly social events and technical workshops, offering members opportunities to explore cybersecurity topics, engage in hands-on activities, and prepare for competitions. We also bring in guest speakers from the industry to share insights and career advice.
WiCyS members are encouraged to join the WiCyS National Organization, gaining access to scholarships, mentorship programs, and exclusive industry connections.
What We Do:
Interactive Meetings – Host fun and engaging events for all majors
Industry Speaker Events – Gain insights from professionals in the field
National Conferences – Attend events like the WiCyS National Conference & BSides Peoria
Scholarship & Career Opportunities – Connect with employers and mentors
Information Security Office
The mission of the ISO, is to assure the security of the University’s Information Technology (IT) resources including building a cyber-threat resilient University culture and promoting the existence of a safe computing environment in which the University community can teach and learn.
To support this mission, the Information Security Office will develop processes, procedures, and policies for anything related to confidential information, individual privacy, and the University’s information assets.
View University Policies and Procedures on Security
ISO Guidance on Information Security
ISO Cybersecurity Training Modules
Scholarships & Other Resources
CyberCorps Scholarship For Service (SFS)
ISC2 Scholarships
The National Cyber Scholarship Foundation (NCSF)
ISACA Scholarship Program
Scholarship Opportunities | WiCyS – Women in Cybersecurity
