Are you a problem-solver and team player? Curious about computing, cyber security and digital skills?

PECAN+ is an exciting, national Capture the Flag (CTF)-style cyber security competition for high school-aged competitors in years 10-12.

Compete against teams across the country to solve cyber challenges and uncover digital “flags” across topics including cryptography; digital forensics, open-source intelligence gathering, web exploitation and more. PECAN+ CTF is designed for every skill level.

Free registration includes access to in person Training and Competition Days, PECAN+ CTF merch, a cyber security tool kit to train and compete...and the possibility of winning awesome prizes!

To find out more, try practice challenges and register visit pecanplus.org to compete at one of 16 national sites.    

PECAN+ CTF is a collaborative initiative that brings together higher education institutions, cyber security industry, government, teachers and students around the aim of raising cyber security awareness, skills and aspirations. PECAN+ CTF is proudly founded and led by Edith Cowan University School of Science and is run in collaboration with partner organisations. PECAN+ CTF 2025 is made possible with the support of national and regional sponsors and supporters.