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KIOSK
LFX is an innovative financial services firm specializing in technology professionals and entrepreneurs.
Coveo is a Quebec-based company, pioneer in AI-powered search and recommendations. Coveo uses AI technologies and intelligent search to personalize every digital experience for customers, partners, dealers, and employees. Coveo combines unified content, unified interactions behavioral data and machine learning to deliver relevant information and recommendations across every business interaction, making websites, e-commerce, contact centres and intranets efficient, effortless, content-rich, thus boosting conversion.
The Network Operations Center (NOC) stands as a fortress of high-security, unwavering availability, operating in one of the world’s most demanding arenas: the Hackfest event. Achieving this remarkable feat is a collective effort, combining the expertise of cyber defense specialists of Palo Alto Networks, all under the leadership of Hackfest’s esteemed NOC Team Leads. Together, this coalition fortifies the network with security, stability, and visibility that rivals top-tier enterprise networks globally.
Annually, this hand-picked team convenes months before the Hackfest event to seamlessly integrate the latest infrastructure and security solutions into a meticulously crafted network design. In the final sprint leading to Hackfest, the team reconvenes just days before the event, orchestrating a rapid deployment of a network that must be fully operational on the event’s opening day.
For those attending Hackfest, the NOC is an opportunity to witness firsthand this cutting-edge network in action. The Hackfest NOC program is a testament to the prowess of engineering and the power of teamwork, illustrating how innovation and collaboration underpin the success of this high-stakes security operation.
https://www.paloaltonetworks.com
Cyberswat Group, a proudly Quebec-based company, was founded in 2015 by Jean-Philippe Racine. Our team, affectionately known as the SWAT Team, is made of deeply passionate cybersecurity experts who work hard to protect our clients’ data. With our help, assess your cyber risk, protect your business and manage your security incidents. Some examples of our interventions: security audits, penetration tests, workshops and awareness capsules, phishing tests, review of security configurations, etc. Do you have specific issues? Come and see us, we will adapt to your reality.
You are passionate about cybersecurity and you are looking for a new mission? Come see us, we’ll chat! :)
Communication Security Establishment (CSE) is Canada’s national cryptologic agency, providing the Government of Canada with information technology security and foreign signals intelligence.
CSE hires Canadians with a wide range of skills, experiences and perspectives because diversity makes us stronger. We offer exciting career opportunities for both professionals and students. We are team players, pathfinders, and problem solvers, all different, all united by a common mission: protecting Canada and Canadians.
Our world-class technology, our commitment to putting customers first and our determination to foster social change are helping to create a better world for generations to come. Together, let’s create a better future.
Netsatori is a team of agile consultants specialized in complex network and security projects. Netsatori stands out for the quality of its service, the application of a rigorous methodology inspired by agile, ITIL and PMP methods, and the respect of its commitments.
Cégep Garneau’s Continuing Education Department is proud to be at the forefront of the information technology sector, notably with the Certification collégiale en cybersécurité and our new Certification collégiale en sécurité dans un environnement Cloud. It also offers a wide range of part-time professional development courses.
The Cégep is positioning itself as a key player in meeting workforce and training challenges.
In addition, Continuing Education offers :
- More than 20 Attestations of Collegial Studies (AEC) ;
- 8 programs for the recognition of prior learning and competencies (RAC).
- Several advanced training courses;
- College certifications in specialized sectors.
- Customized in-company service
Wiz transforms cloud security for customers – including 40% of the Fortune 100 – by enabling a new operating model. Our CNAPP empowers security and development teams to build fast and securely by providing visibility into their cloud environments. With Wiz, organizations can prioritize risk and stay agile.
Qohash offers data security solutions focused on managing the risks associated with unstructured data. Our platform, Qostodian, enables organizations to automatically and efficiently monitor, identify and process high-risk data. Our expertise lies in managing the day-to-day data accessed by employees in regulated and high-stakes environments, including financial services, healthcare, the public sector and high technology.
GoSecure is a recognized cybersecurity leader and innovator, pioneering the integration of endpoint, network and email threat detection into a single Extended Managed Detection and Response (MXDR) service. For over 20 years, GoSecure has been helping customers to better understand their security vulnerabilities and improve their organizational risk and security maturity through MXDR solutions and professional services delivered by one of the most trusted and knowledgeable teams in the industry.
Check Point Software Technologies is a global leader in cyber security solutions, dedicated to protecting corporate enterprises and governments worldwide.
https://gosecure.ai/ https://www.checkpoint.com/
The OWASP Foundation works to improve the security of software through its community-led open source software projects, hundreds of chapters worldwide, tens of thousands of members, and by hosting local and global conferences.
https://owasp.org/www-chapter-quebec-city/
Building a threat led cybersecurity program is more important today than ever before. Flare’s SaaS platform combines proprietary world class collection from across the dark and clear web with radical ease of use.
Formal is the platform that restores a powerful but neglected technology. Reverse proxies — or something that sits in front of a web server — have existed since the formation of the world-wide web, and yet are considered a relic of bygone years. We’ve made it our mission to make this concept work for modern applications. And so far it’s going quite well.
INFRASTRUCTURE
Discover the benefits of an AI-driven, security-focused network. Deliver secure, distinctive experiences from edge to campus and datacenter to cloud with an AI-driven Zero Trust foundation.
A wireless and wired network managed by HPE Aruba Networking Central is always at the forefront of security with AI-driven cloud-native networking and global policy automation.
https://www.arubanetworks.com/
HACKFEST CTF COMPETITIVE (PRO)
Hack The Box is a leading gamified cybersecurity upskilling, certification, and talent assessment software platform enabling individuals, businesses, government institutions, and universities to sharpen their offensive and defensive security expertise.
HackerOne pinpoints the most critical security flaws across an organization’s attack surface with continual adversarial testing to outmatch cybercriminals. HackerOne’s Attack Resistance Platform blends the security expertise of ethical hackers with asset discovery, continuous assessment, and process enhancement to reduce threat exposure and empower organizations to transform their businesses with confidence.
HACKFEST CTF CLASSIC (CASUAL)
iA Financial Group is one of the largest groups of insurance and wealth management companies in Canada. It is also active in the United States. Founded in 1892, iA Financial Group is one of Canada’s leading public companies. Its shares are listed on the Toronto Stock Exchange under the symbols IAG (common shares) and IAF (preferred shares).
SOCIAL ENGINEERING CTF
At Malleum, we are a dynamic team of dedicated experts passionate about solving complex challenges across a wide array of industries, including aerospace, finance, and more. Our deep-dive approach to Red teaming and penetration testing is recognized for employing advanced techniques of today’s most sophisticated threat actors, uncovering vulnerabilities that automated tools often miss. We thrive in a culture of continuous learning and knowledge sharing, where innovation, creativity, and hands-on skill development are at the forefront. This collaborative environment empowers us to protect our clients from the most advanced threats.
EDUCATION
The Centre d’expertise en sécurité de l’information (CESI) at the Université du Québec plays a crucial role in supporting and assisting the institutions in its network to develop and maintain their information security and cybersecurity posture. As a key collaborator, CESI works closely with the entire Quebec education and higher education network. It also supports cybersecurity awareness and knowledge-sharing initiatives across the province.
https://reseau.uquebec.ca/fr/nos-initiatives/centre-expertise-securite-information
The Ministère de la Cybersécurité et du Numérique is responsible for coordinating the State’s actions in the fields of cybersecurity and the digital economy.
https://www.quebec.ca/gouvernement/ministere/cybersecurite-numerique
COCKTAIL
PlanetHoster is a Web hosting, domain name registration, SSL/TLS management and Internet solutions company. The company has its own redundant IP network. It serves over 150,000 customers using its hybrid cloud infrastructure distributed across its facilities in France + Switzerland and Canada. PlanetHoster’s Anycast and Anti-DDoS DNS serve over 100,000 websites in North America and Europe. The company fully owns its infrastructures worldwide. ICANN accreditation is in addition to accreditations from CIRA, Afnic, Dnsbe, Dnslu, Eurid, Ldns and Switch. The company specializes in turnkey solutions. The experienced team of Web hosting professionals is committed to providing top-notch service to its customers.
LANYARD
Sekcore ranks among the most forward-thinking and innovative security companies. Whether you have an immediate or long-term strategic need, Sekcore offers tactical solutions to security challenges that far exceed industry standards. Our team of security specialists works around the clock to gather information, assess emerging threats and implement security measures for both personal and business use.
HOSTING
Mantor Organization is dedicated to research and development in defensive security.
COFFEE
As the leading independent provider of risk and financial advisory solutions, Kroll leverages its unique knowledge, data and technology to help clients stay ahead of complex demands. Kroll’s team of more than 6,500 professionals worldwide continues the company’s nearly century-long history of trusted expertise in risk, governance, transactions and valuation. Our advanced solutions and intelligence provide customers with the foresight they need to create sustainable competitive advantage. At Kroll, our values define who we are and how we partner with our clients and communities.
Our mission has been the same since the beginning: to raise awareness of cybersecurity issues, warn our customers of threats and put in place continuity plans in the event of an unforeseen disaster. We take care of all our customers’ cybersecurity and IT compliance needs. We also offer managed services so you can benefit from the peace of mind of a CISO or compliance/privacy officer.
ENTERTAINMENT
BSP Entertainment
Established since 2011, BSP Entertainment provides Professional Media Services which include; Professional Video Production, Photography, Music services and more. Our primary market are Corporate Venues, weddings and more.
https://www.blacksparkproductions.com
VISIBILITY
At Cloudflare, we have our eyes set on an ambitious goal — to help build a better Internet. We believe that with our talented team, smart technology and engaged users we can solve some of the biggest problems on the Internet. Just how big?
La Console - Interface Humaine is a non-profit organization whose mission is to promote innovation and collaboration in the field of digital technology and media via a coworking and meeting space.