CREST Supporting BSides Adelaide 2026

CREST is pleased to be supporting BSides Adelaide 2026 as the official Capture the Flag (CTF) Prize Sponsor, awarding CREST Practitioner Security Analyst (CPSA) examination vouchers to the winners of this year’s competition.

Taking place over two days in Adelaide, BSides Adelaide is one of Australia’s leading community-led cybersecurity events, bringing together practitioners, researchers, students, government, Defence, and industry to exchange ideas, share technical knowledge and strengthen cyber capability through practical learning experiences.

Recognising Practical Cybersecurity Skills

The Capture the Flag competition is a highlight of BSides Adelaide, providing participants with the opportunity to solve realistic cybersecurity challenges in a collaborative and engaging environment.

By sponsoring the CTF prizes, CREST is recognising the technical skill, curiosity and commitment demonstrated by participants while encouraging continued professional development through internationally recognised certification.

The winning individuals or team will receive CREST CPSA examination vouchers, supporting their next step towards becoming professionally qualified cybersecurity practitioners.

Supporting Australia’s Cybersecurity Community

BSides Adelaide has built a reputation for creating an inclusive environment where learning, collaboration and community come first. Alongside technical presentations, attendees can explore interactive villages, participate in hands-on activities, and connect with professionals from across Australia’s cybersecurity ecosystem.

Supporting community initiatives such as BSides Adelaide reflects CREST’s commitment to developing skilled cybersecurity professionals and helping strengthen trust across the digital world.

About the CREST Practitioner Security Analyst (CPSA)

The CREST Practitioner Security Analyst (CPSA) examination is recognised internationally as an entry-level professional certification for penetration testers and technical security practitioners.

The certification validates knowledge across core security testing disciplines and provides a foundation for progression towards more advanced CREST qualifications.

Through the CTF sponsorship, CREST aims to encourage participants to continue developing their technical expertise and gain professional recognition for their skills.

Join BSides Adelaide 2026

Whether you are an experienced security professional, student, researcher or someone looking to expand your practical cybersecurity skills, BSides Adelaide offers two days of technical content, hands-on experiences, and valuable networking with Australia’s cybersecurity community.

CREST looks forward to meeting attendees and congratulating the winners of the Capture the Flag competition.