Volunteer

Join the WCCOMPS volunteer team and help shape the future of cybersecurity education

Why Volunteer?

Make an Impact

Your time and expertise directly helps students develop critical skills and launch successful cybersecurity careers. Many former competitors credit volunteers with inspiring their career paths and providing crucial guidance.

Professional Development

Volunteering offers unique opportunities to:

  • Develop leadership skills by mentoring students and managing competition activities
  • Stay current with technology by working with cutting-edge security tools and scenarios
  • Build your network by connecting with other professionals and industry leaders
  • Give back to the community that may have helped you in your own career journey

Recognition & Benefits

WCCOMPS volunteers receive:

  • Official recognition on our website and in competition materials
  • Exclusive volunteer swag and apparel
  • Free conference attendance at select security events
  • Professional references for your volunteer work
  • Networking opportunities with sponsors and industry partners
  • Training and skill development in competition operations and red teaming

Volunteer Roles

Red Team

Red team volunteers act as adversaries during competitions, testing student defenses:

  • Design and execute realistic attack scenarios
  • Use professional penetration testing tools and techniques
  • Provide realistic pressure to simulate real-world threats
  • Document findings and provide educational feedback

Requirements: Strong technical skills in offensive security, networking, and system exploitation. Must complete WCCOMPS red team training.

White Team

White team volunteers ensure fair play and smooth competition operations:

  • Monitor scoring systems and competition infrastructure
  • Respond to team questions and rule clarifications
  • Verify services are functioning correctly
  • Mediate disputes and ensure compliance with rules

Requirements: Good technical knowledge, strong communication skills, attention to detail. Must be impartial and fair.

Mentors

Mentors provide guidance and support to student teams:

  • Help teams prepare for competitions through training sessions
  • Offer career advice and industry insights
  • Connect students with job opportunities and internships
  • Provide feedback on competition performance

Requirements: Industry experience in cybersecurity, passion for education, good communication skills.

Event Staff

Event staff help with logistics and operations:

  • Registration and check-in
  • Venue setup and teardown
  • Catering coordination
  • Photography and social media
  • General support

Requirements: Enthusiasm, reliability, good people skills. Technical expertise not required.

Scenario Developers

Scenario developers create competition content:

  • Design realistic business scenarios and network architectures
  • Write injects and business tasks for competitions
  • Create documentation and supporting materials
  • Test scenarios for balance and fairness

Requirements: Strong technical skills, creativity, understanding of business operations and security.

Mentorship Programs

WCCOMPS offers structured mentorship opportunities:

Competition Season Mentorship

Commit to mentoring a team throughout a competition season:

  • Regular meetings (2-4 hours per month)
  • Technical training sessions
  • Mock competitions and practice scenarios
  • Post-competition feedback and career guidance

Year-Round Mentorship

Build longer-term relationships with students:

  • Ongoing career guidance and advice
  • Industry insight and networking introductions
  • Resume review and interview preparation
  • Project guidance and technical support

Workshop Leadership

Lead standalone workshops on specific topics:

  • 2-4 hour intensive sessions
  • Topics like web security, network defense, forensics, etc.
  • Hands-on labs and exercises
  • One-time or recurring commitment

Time Commitment

We offer flexible volunteer opportunities to fit your schedule:

  • Major Competitions: 3-day weekend commitment (WRCCDC, PRCCDC)
  • Qualifiers: Single day events (typically Saturdays)
  • Monthly Workshops: 2-4 hours on evenings or weekends
  • Mentorship: 2-4 hours per month
  • Remote Opportunities: Many roles can be done remotely

Training & Support

All volunteers receive:

  • Onboarding and orientation to WCCOMPS operations
  • Role-specific training for your volunteer position
  • Competition rules and procedures documentation
  • Technical resources and tools access
  • Ongoing support from senior volunteers and staff
  • Community Discord for collaboration and questions

Getting Started

Ready to volunteer? Here’s how:

  1. Fill out our volunteer interest form (link below)
  2. Attend a volunteer orientation session (online available)
  3. Complete role-specific training for your chosen position
  4. Sign volunteer agreement and code of conduct
  5. Get assigned to your first event or mentorship match

Volunteer Testimonials

“Volunteering with WCCOMPS has been one of the most rewarding experiences of my career. Seeing students grow and succeed because of our work is incredibly fulfilling.”
- Sarah Chen, Red Team Volunteer

“The mentorship program allowed me to give back to the community while staying sharp with the latest security trends. My mentees have gone on to amazing careers, and I’m proud to have played a small part.”
- Marcus Johnson, Mentor

“As someone early in my career, volunteering as white team gave me exposure to competition operations and networking opportunities that accelerated my professional development.”
- Alex Rivera, White Team Volunteer

Questions?

Contact our volunteer coordinator at volunteer@wccomps.org or join our Discord server for more information.