Hosted by Cal Poly Pomona in Pomona, CA, this competition focuses specifically on the operational aspect of managing and protecting an existing commercial network infrastructure. Students get a chance to test their knowledge in an operational environment, as well as to network with industry professionals who are always on the lookout for up-and-coming engineers. This is a unique opportunity for students and industry professionals to interact and discuss many of the security and operational challenges the students will soon face as they enter the job market.​