ROOTCON 20 Philippines 2026

CREST is proud to support ROOTCON 20 as a Capture The Flag (CTF) Prize Sponsor, reinforcing our commitment to developing cybersecurity talent and supporting the growth of the cybersecurity profession across the Philippines and the wider Asia Pacific region.

ROOTCON is the Philippines’ longest-running hacker and cybersecurity conference, attracting cybersecurity professionals, researchers, ethical hackers, students and technology enthusiasts from across the Philippines and beyond. The event brings together the cybersecurity community for technical presentations, hands-on learning, competitions and networking opportunities.

Taking place from 23–25 September 2026 at Royce Hotel & Casino, Clark, Philippines, ROOTCON 20 provides an opportunity for attendees to engage with the cybersecurity community, explore emerging threats and technologies, develop practical skills, and connect with peers from across the region.

CREST at ROOTCON 20

As part of our support for the event, CREST will sponsor the prize for the ROOTCON Capture The Flag (CTF) competition.

The winning participants or team will receive a complimentary CREST Practitioner Security Analyst (CPSA) examination voucher, providing an opportunity to gain an internationally recognised cybersecurity certification and take the next step in their professional development.

The CPSA certification is an internationally recognised entry-level cybersecurity qualification that validates foundational security knowledge across topics including threats, vulnerabilities, attacks, controls and security concepts. It provides a valuable foundation for individuals pursuing careers in penetration testing, security operations, vulnerability assessment and broader cybersecurity disciplines.

By supporting the ROOTCON CTF, CREST is helping to encourage practical cybersecurity skills development, professional growth and career progression within the Philippines cybersecurity community and across Asia Pacific.

About CREST

CREST is an international not-for-profit membership body that works with governments, regulators, organisations and cybersecurity professionals to raise standards and build trust in the cybersecurity industry.

Through internationally recognised certifications, qualifications and accreditation programmes, CREST supports the development of skilled cybersecurity professionals and helps organisations identify trusted cybersecurity service providers.

CREST is proud to support community-led initiatives that help strengthen the cybersecurity ecosystem in the Philippines and around the world.

Why Attend ROOTCON 20?

• Technical presentations from leading cybersecurity practitioners and researchers.
• Hands-on learning opportunities and community-led activities.
• Capture The Flag (CTF) competitions and technical challenges.
• Networking with cybersecurity professionals from across the Philippines and wider Asia Pacific region.
• Opportunities to explore cybersecurity careers, certifications and professional development pathways.
• Access to one of the Philippines’ most established cybersecurity communities.
• Exposure to emerging cybersecurity threats, technologies and industry trends.

Event Details

Date: 23–25 September 2026
Location: Royce Hotel & Casino, Clark, Philippines
Event Type: Cybersecurity Conference
CREST Involvement: CTF Prize Sponsor

Register

To learn more about the event, view the agenda and register, please visit the ROOTCON website.