Call for Applications: Cyber Security Academy 2025

 
 

22 May 2025/PSSI

The Prague Security Studies Institute (PSSI) invites you to apply for the 2025 Cyber Security Academy (CSA) – a prestigious, week-long program at the intersection of cyber security, international relations, diplomacy, strategy, and public policy.

Established in 2018 in cooperation with the Czech National Cyber and Information Security Agency (NÚKIB), CSA offers a unique educational experience focused on cyber security policy.

 

Who is CSA for?

  • University students and young professionals specializing in international relations, political science, public policy, cyber/tech fields, and related areas.

  • Applicants from the Czech Republic, NATO member states, and partner countries.

 

What can you expect?

  • Tailored curriculum exploring cyber security through the lens of diplomacy, international cooperation, and strategic policy

  • Expert lectures by leading Czech and international specialists from the public, private, and non-profit sectors

  • Hands-on simulation exercise to test your decision-making in a live cyber crisis scenario

  • Networking opportunities with peers and professionals from across NATO and partner countries

  • Exclusive reception hosted at the British Embassy in Prague

 

Selected topics:

  • Emerging disruptive technologies

  • Hybrid warfare

  • Intelligence and technology

  • Cyber security, diplomacy and international relations

  • Military implications of cyberspace

  • Cyber activism

 

Apply via our Application Form.

 

 

 

 

 

 

Deadline & Fee

student

non-student

Apply by June 30

€260

€330

Apply by August 3

€360

€430

 

The fee includes:

  • Participation in all sessions and the simulation

  • Study materials, Coffee breaks, CSA goodie bag

  • Evening reception at the British Embassy in Prague

  • Certificate of completion

  • Access to PSSI’s alumni group and future events

 

For more information, contact susienka@pssi.cz.