Mason Competitive Cyber (MCC) is a student club at George Mason University for students interested in cybersecurity and competitive hacking, offering skills-based learning and participation in events like Capture the Flag (CTF) competitions. The club provides professional development through tech talks from industry partners and connects members with alumni, while also organizing its own large-scale events, such as the PatriotCTF international competition.

• Purpose: To learn, practice, and compete in various types of cybersecurity competitions, including CTF, Network Defense, and Forensics.
• Activities: In addition to competitions, the club holds meetings for skills-based learning, hosts talks from industry professionals, and organizes social events.
• Membership: It is open to all students, including those in technical and non-technical majors, and has a large online and active in-person membership. 

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Build a community within George Mason University that promotes women’s education, participation, and leadership in the field of cybersecurity. They WiCyS Student Chapter shall be familiar with the and abide by the Academic Institution’s student organization bylaws, policies, and procedures.

“Recruit, retain and advance women in cybersecurity to build a robust cybersecurity workforce.”

Cybersecurity Engineering student, University Scholar, and WiCyS student chapter president at GMU. I’m passionate about developing innovative security solutions and researching emerging cyber threats.

Proven through my personal projects and academic work, I’m skilled in languages like Python, C, and JavaScript, and applications like Wireshark and Splunk. Always looking for an opportunity to make a positive impact.

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I’m Zeinab Shariff, a Cybersecurity Engineering student with a strong interest in building secure, practical, and human-centered cyber solutions. I care deeply about making cybersecurity more approachable, especially for students and early-career professionals navigating the field.

At onAir, I serve as a Cyber Hub Curator, where I help curate content, support community engagement, and contribute to discussions that make cybersecurity easier to understand and more relevant to real-world problems. My focus is on fostering a space where people can learn, ask questions, and grow together in a field that can often feel overwhelming or inaccessible.

I’m really glad you’re here, and I hope this hub helps you learn something new and useful along the way:)

Hi there! My name is Saanvi and I am currently a Junior majoring in computer science at George Mason University. I am also Aircasting Director for the Cyber onAir network of hubs. The top hub is at cyber.onair.cc.

I am passionate about exploring the intersection of technology, ethics, and societal impact. My work spans research in AI ethics, responsible AI governance, and the practical applications of machine learning, all grounded in a commitment to leveraging technology for humanity’s highest needs.

My current areas of focus are on:
– preparing for the CompTIA Security+
– researching and studying Gen AI risk mitigations as well as exploring the intersection between AI and Cybersecurity (Galexor AI)
– building a GRC portfolio: security fundamentals, CIA triad, NIST CSF basics, policy writing, risk register basics, Excel/Google Sheets for tracking, familiarity with regulations (starting with HIPAA or SOC 2)
– upskilling on Linux and programming.

My dream job involves doing what AI cannot — that is provide context, judgement, and ethical leadership.

Always eager to connect with professionals, collaborators, and innovators who share a vision for responsible technological advancement!

I’m Connor Wadlin, a Cybersecurity specialist with a keen eye on the world around me! As an Engineer, my focus is on improving the lives of everyone, not just the rich and powerful.

At onAir, I am the Hub Coordinator for Cybersecurity. That means I do a little bit of everything, from curating posts, hosting my own onAircast series titled “Cybersecurity @GMU”, and helping others do the same. My focus is on providing the BEST platform for people to learn, discuss, and engage around Cybersecurity so that we can ALL live happier, safer, and more fulfilling lives together!

I’m happy you’re here, so thank you for taking some time out of your day to learn 🙂

こんにちは, Hi! I am currently expanding my skills in Information Technology and rapidly learning Japanese as it’s my favorite foreign language.

Throughout, my tenure in Mason, I learned how to model Databases, program in Java, and even study abroad in Japan as an international student! With these skills, I feel empowered to tackle global technological challenges.

Fatima Majid is a senior majoring in cybersecurity at George Mason University.

Noah Hinger is a senior majoring in cybersecurity at George Mason University.

Passionate about all aspects of cybersecurity – whether that be solving problems or making them. Experienced in both DevOps and SWE, both from internships and personal projects, but love working in any cybersecurity field, from pentesting to forensics to everything in-between.

Currently teaching myself Go in order to master concurrency and networking. Studying Cybersecurity Engineering at George Mason University to gain an innovative education in cyber security.

Hi DJ 🙂

Stephen J Antezana is a senior majoring in cybersecurity at George Mason University.

Joshua French is a senior majoring in cybersecurity at George Mason University. Joshua is:

• Pursuing a Cybersecurity Engineering degree at George Mason University, 2026
• Strongly proficient in Python, intermediate skills with C and JavaScript.
• Strong understanding of fundamental security concepts.
• Works well individually and in teams, including leadership roles.
• Strong soft skills such as, communication, critical thinking, and time management.
• Completed Coursework such as, Cryptography, Software security, Operating Systems, Networking security, System Resilience, and Secure Digital Communications.

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