ICS Cybersecurity Challenge
Participate in Cutting-Edge Research
Research funded by the AI Safety Fund - Administered by the Frontier Model Forum
Help Shape the Future of AI-Assisted ICS Cybersecurity
Format: ICS cybersecurity CTF-style challenge
Topic: AI-assisted cybersecurity challenge solving in Industrial Control Systems
Participants: Students, IT professionals, cybersecurity practitioners, and ICS/OT professionals
Experience Level: Multiple skill levels welcome
Compensation: Compensation of $400 will be provided for participants who complete the study
Objective: Participants will complete a virtual CTF-style cybersecurity challenge based on realistic ICS scenarios to help us understand how AI tools affect cybersecurity task performance.
Next Steps: Complete the registration form. Please note that completion of this form does NOT guarantee acceptance to this study.
Participation Required: Remote participation is required for 1 full day for the completion of 2 sets of challenges (split between a morning and afternoon session EDT). Participants will be required to join an introductory meeting at the start of the morning session, and a study conclusion meeting at the end of the afternoon session in order to be eligible for compensation. Study days available include:
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Friday, July 24th
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Saturday, July 25th
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Friday, July 31st
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Saturday, August 1st
About the Study
Nemesys Insights is recruiting participants for a research study examining how artificial intelligence can support cybersecurity tasks in Industrial Control Systems (ICS), funded by the AI Safety Fund administered by the Frontier Model Forum. Industrial Control Systems are the technologies that help operate critical infrastructure and industrial environments, including energy, manufacturing, transportation, and water systems.
Participants will take part in a Capture-the-Flag (CTF) style challenge involving realistic ICS cybersecurity scenarios. The challenge is designed to help researchers better understand how AI tools can assist individuals with different levels of cybersecurity knowledge when performing security-related tasks in operational technology and critical infrastructure environments.
We welcome participants from a wide range of backgrounds and experience levels. Whether you are new to ICS security, a cybersecurity student, an IT professional, or an experienced security practitioner, your participation can contribute valuable insights to this research effort.
Selected participants who complete the study requirements will receive $400 compensation for their participation. Interested individuals must complete a qualification form to determine eligibility for the study.
Join us in helping advance the understanding of AI-assisted cybersecurity and its implications for the security of critical infrastructure systems.
