Who is eligible for an invitation to the International Services Cup?

Global elite military teams. This event is by invitation only.

Will there be a virtual reception?

Yes, SANS will hold a virtual welcome reception and other special speakers before the tournament begins.

What is the team size limit?

Each country may enter up to five teams of four players.

What will the winners receive to commemorate their victory?

The winning team will be honored by having their country and service branch information engraved on the brand-new International Services Cup trophy. The engraved trophy will be sent to the location of the winning team’s choice for display.

Do I have to pay to attend the event?

No. This event is available at no charge to invited eligible teams.

Will there be a virtual Awards Ceremony?

Yes, SANS will hold a virtual Awards Ceremony with closing remarks directly following the completion of day two of the tournament.

Whom do I contact if I have questions before the tournament?

If you don’t have direct communication with a SANS representative, please reach out to our customer support accordingly to your region for assistance. Contact Customer Support.

Whom do I contact if I have questions during the tournament?

SANS instructors and TAs will be available on Slack throughout the tournament should any questions or issues arise. They can answer your questions in real-time.

Do I need to have a SANS account prior to the event?

Yes, you need to have your SANS account set up prior to the tournament. If you do not have an account yet, please sign up below. Register For A SANS Account.

When and how will I receive my login details for the tournament?

Your SANS representative will email you with login details the week of the tournament.

What are the laptop requirements for participation in the tournament? Do I need to download any tools or software to participate in the tournament?

You must have a laptop or desktop computer to participate. 8 GB of RAM or more and 20 GB of free disk space are required. You’ll need an up-to-date browser, such as Chrome, Edge, or Safari, to participate. All tools needed for the range are provided as well, but you are free to use additional tools if you choose. No virtualization software is required.

Can I test my connection to the NetWars platform prior to the tournament commencing?

Yes, the platform will be available 30 minutes prior to the published start time. If you experience issues with your connection at any time during the tournament, SANS instructors and TAs will be available in Slack to assist you.

I understand the event is virtual, but do I need to be in the same physical location as the rest of my team?

No, you can participate from anywhere, and you can play as a team even if you are not physically together.

Will there be a way for me to communicate with my team and other participants in the tournament (via Slack or another platform)?

Yes, we will have Slack channels set up for you to communicate with everyone involved in the tournament, as well as private channels for you to communicate with your team or with SANS instructors and TAs. Alternatively, teams can use their own communication mechanisms to collaborate if they’d prefer.

SANS International Services Cup

Join us for the 6th annual SANS International Services Cup! Originally featuring the Fourteen Eyes countries, it now brings together uniformed service men and women from U.S.-aligned nations.

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THE SANS INSTITUTE IS PROUD TO PRESENT

The 6th Annual Services Cup

Now in its 6th year, the SANS International Services Cup has expanded beyond the Fourteen Eyes countries to welcome participants from the international military community. This cyber range event is a high-stakes, invitation-only competition to challenge military teams from around the world to test their cybersecurity skills in a six-hour showdown.

This event is free to enter
Each country may enter up to five teams of four players
To ensure fairness across time zones, each day of the two-day event will be optimized for different global regions
The winning team will receive a trophy and international bragging rights
Note that no other rankings or scores will be publicly released

Rally your team and represent your nation on a friendly cyber battlefield!

SANS International Services Cup 2026

Note that dates and time are in Universal Time Coordinated (UTC)

Virtual Reception: June 24 | TBD (UTC)

Competition Schedule:

Day 1: June 24 | 1100 - 1400 (UTC)
Day 2: June 25 | 2000 - 2300 (UTC)

Day 2 of the competition overlaps with June 26.

Awards Ceremony: June 25 | 2330 - 2400 (UTC)

Previous Winners

2025: Denmark (Danish Homeguard)

SANS International Services Cup Registration Form

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SANS International Services Cup

The 6th Annual Services Cup

SANS International Services Cup 2026

Previous Winners

SANS International Services Cup Registration Form

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