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Calling All Security Pros: Ready to Race Through Boston?

iamryan
Community Manager
Community Manager

Hey Splunkers,

.conf25 is heading to Boston and we’re kicking things off with something bold, competitive, and uniquely Splunky.

We’re looking for Security Practitioners to take part in a filmed, Amazing Race-meets-Capture-the-Flag-style showdown in the days leading up to .conf. Two teams of Splunk customers will decode clues, solve cyber-themed challenges, and dash through some of Boston’s most iconic landmarks all for a chance to win a $10K donation to charity.

Oh yeah… did I mention it’s all going to be captured on camera and premiered during the .conf25 Global Broadcast?

This isn’t your typical security competition. It’s part race, part puzzle, and 100% Splunk. Whether you're in it for the fun, the visibility, or just a cool story to tell your co-workers, we want to hear from you.

  • You'd be required to fly into Boston on Thursday September 4
  • Filming will take place on that Friday and or Saturday
  • Splunk can cover reasonable travel and accommodation expenses and .conf passes for those not attending
  • Apply. Apply. Apply 

Already booked for .conf? Great - we can help you with fees for a flight change to arrive early.
Did your company deny your request to come? Apply anyway.
Never been to a .conf before. Definitely Apply. We’ll work out the details

Simply fill out this form including a very short video submission to apply

 

Bring your enthusiasm, your brainpower, your best problem-solving vibes and your best entertaining self. 

See you in Boston? Be quick to submit your application as the deadline is August 1,  fill out the form ASAP 🙂

Cheers,

Ryan

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