Empower Your Future in Cybersecurity in the Summer Semester 2026!
About the CYBERGY Summer School
Join us for the CYBERGY FAU Summer School on Network Protection for Energy Control Systems, a premier educational event focused on the intersection of cybersecurity and critical energy infrastructure. This five-day program will offer participants a unique opportunity to delve into the latest strategies and technologies for safeguarding energy systems against evolving cyber threats.
Led by experts from academia, the CYBERGY FAU Summer School provides a mix of theoretical foundations, hands-on workshops, and real-world case studies. Attendees will gain valuable insights into the challenges and solutions for protecting energy control systems in today’s connected world.
Details
| Type of event | Workshop, Block event |
| Language | English |
| Time an location | 3rd to 8th of August 2026 |
| Registration | Via StudOn until end of July |
| Participants | Master students, PhD students, and researchers interested in cybersecurity for energy systems. |
| Additional information | The number of participants is limited |
More details
- Understand the fundamentals of network security tailored to energy systems
- Explore state-of-the-art tools and practices for incident detection and response
- Gain practical experience through interactive workshops and case studies
- Network with professionals and researchers in the field of cybersecurity
- Gain hands-on experience with cybersecurity tools and techniques
- Learn from international experts in energy systems and cybersecurity
- Network with industry professionals and like-minded peers
- Receive an official attendance certification upon successful completion
- To ensure participants can fully engage with the program and benefit from the training, the following foundational knowledge is needed:
- 📘 Cybersecurity Fundamentals: A basic understanding of core concepts in cybersecurity, such as threats, vulnerabilities, and basic protection mechanisms
- 💻 Basic Computer Concepts: Familiarity with essential computer science concepts, such as file systems, memory, and hardware/software interactions
- 🖥️ Operating Systems (Linux & Windows): Experience navigating and operating within Linux and Windows environments, as these systems will be used throughout the training
- The following prior knowledge and experience is needed:
- 🌐 IT and Cybersecurity Essentials: Familiarity with the basics of IT infrastructure, including key concepts like IP addressing, network layers, and basic encryption
- 🔧 Experience with Operating Systems & Network Configurations: Hands-on experience using Linux or Windows, managing system configurations, and understanding how networks are set up and secured
- 🛠️ Knowledge of Communication Protocols: Awareness of basic network protocols such as TCP/IP, HTTP, FTP, and DNS, as these are integral to network protection and cybersecurity analysis
- This event is co-funded by the European Union under the CyberSecPro initiative
Q: Who can join the CYBERGY summer school?
A: Master students, PhD students, and researchers interested in cybersecurity.
Q: What is the application process?
A: Fill out the registration form before March 3, 2025. Applications will be evaluated to select participants.
Q: Is there a participation fee?
A: No registration fees. Just learning!
Q: Will I receive a certificate?
A: Yes, participants who complete the program will receive a participation certificate.
Q: What should I bring?
A: A laptop and a strong desire to learn!