{"id":42929,"date":"2023-09-02T13:29:01","date_gmt":"2023-09-02T13:29:01","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.africa-press.net\/liberia\/all-news\/jarlwood-qualifies-for-ecowas-cybersecurity-competition"},"modified":"2023-09-02T13:42:21","modified_gmt":"2023-09-02T13:42:21","slug":"jarlwood-qualifies-for-ecowas-cybersecurity-competition","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.africa-press.net\/liberia\/all-news\/jarlwood-qualifies-for-ecowas-cybersecurity-competition","title":{"rendered":"Jarlwood\u00a0qualifies for\u00a0ECOWAS Cybersecurity competition"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><b>By Lincoln G. Peters<\/b><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"color: #ff6600\"><strong>Africa-Press &#8211; Liberia. <\/strong><\/span>Victor K. Jarlwood, Jr., a young Information Communication Technology (ICT) expert has secured Liberia\u2019s qualifications in the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) cyber security competition.<\/p>\n<p>This achievement marks the second qualification for Liberia\u2019s participation in the ECOWAS Cybersecurity Capture The Flag (CTF) competition.<\/p>\n<p>Liberia is represented by a group of young Liberians under the banner \u201cCyber Don,\u201d headed by Mr. Jarlwood.<\/p>\n<p>The ECOWAS Cybersecurity CTF competition is a highly esteemed platform that brings together cybersecurity experts, enthusiasts, and researchers from across the ECOWAS region.<\/p>\n<p>During this competition, participants engage in intricate challenges that simulate real-world cyber threats, fostering skill development and knowledge sharing in the field of cybersecurity.<\/p>\n<p>Speaking in an exclusive interview with this paper, Victor Jarlwood, Jr. expressed excitement and optimism of bringing victory to Liberia.<\/p>\n<p>He described his group as a young and talented Liberian cybersecurity expert group with the aim of ensuring the country\u2019s robust representation in solving national and global challenges.<\/p>\n<p>According to him, the accomplishment by Liberia does not only showcase the dedication and technical expertise of the young Liberian participants, but also highlights the nation\u2019s commitment to bolstering its cybersecurity capabilities on a regional stage.<\/p>\n<p>Victor Jarlwood said he is proud of his team\u2019s achievement and emphasized the importance of continued collaboration and skill enhancement within the Liberian cybersecurity community.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cWe are thrilled to represent Liberia once again in the ECOWAS Cybersecurity CTF competition. This is a testament to the talent and potential that our country possesses in the field of cybersecurity,\u201d he said.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cOur team is determined to put our skills to the test and contribute to the overall security of the region\u2019s digital landscape,\u201d he stated.<\/p>\n<p>Mr. Jarlwood believes that Liberia\u2019s participation in the ECOWAS Cybersecurity CTF competition serves as an opportunity to showcase the nation\u2019s capability, and also fosters networking and knowledge exchange among cybersecurity professionals in the region.<\/p>\n<p>He added that the competition encourages participants to address complex challenges and devise innovative solutions to safeguard digital infrastructure from evolving cyber threats.<\/p>\n<p><strong>For More News And Analysis About <a href=\"https:\/\/www.africa-press.net\/liberia\">Liberia<\/a> Follow <a href=\"https:\/\/www.africa-press.net\/\">Africa-Press<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>By Lincoln G. Peters &nbsp; Africa-Press &#8211; Liberia. Victor K. Jarlwood, Jr., a young Information Communication Technology (ICT) expert has secured Liberia\u2019s qualifications in the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) cyber security competition. This achievement marks the second qualification for Liberia\u2019s participation in the ECOWAS Cybersecurity Capture The Flag (CTF) competition. 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