About Us
Introduction
Discover MonSec, where we make cybersecurity engaging, accessible, and practical.
Welcome to MonSec! We are Monash University’s student-run and industry-supported cybersecurity club. Based at the Clayton campus, we are proud to be one of the largest cybersecurity student clubs in Melbourne.
Our mission is to make cybersecurity accessible and engaging to everyone, regardless of skill level. We achieve this by running weekly workshops that emphasize practical skills and collaborating with industry partners to provide networking opportunities and insights into the field.
2022 Annual General Meeting
The 2022 Annual General Meeting was a milestone event for MonSec, reflecting our progress and vision for the future.
Our Activities
Discover how MonSec empowers students through workshops, industry nights, and outreach programs.
Weekly ‘Homebrew’ Workshop
Every Wednesday night, a member of the committee will run a workshop that focuses on a particular concept or tool. As well as covering relevant theory, the workshop will also teach students some key, practical skills associated with the topic. Our past topics have included web-based injection attacks, network forensics with Wireshark, reverse engineering with Ghidra, and many others.
Moreover, all of our workshops have complimentary food and drinks for students, to keep everyone energized throughout!
Weekly Industry Night
On Monday nights, we invite one of our industry partners to give a guest presentation on a topic of their choice. We have had a wide range of topics, some technical and some career-focused, but all of them have been very informative and interesting.
If you are a cybersecurity professional (academic, corporate, or otherwise) and are interested in collaborating with us, please reach out to us using the details on the contact page.
School Programs
Since 2024, we have started running a ‘school outreach program’, where members of the committee go to schools and run workshops to introduce students to different domains of cybersecurity in a beginner-friendly and engaging way.
We have also given guest workshops for Monash-hosted events, such as Open Day and for the National Youth Science Forum.
Our Stall at Orientation Festival
Our presence at Monash University's Orientation Festival allows us to connect with new students, share what MonSec has to offer, and introduce them to cybersecurity through interactive activities and conversations.
Competitions
Participate in cybersecurity competitions, hone your skills, and represent MonSec on the global stage. Explore our own CTF challenges and join us in competitions!
MonSec CTF Challenges
Check out our very own CTF challenges page where you can practice your skills, solve challenges, and prepare for competitions.
MonSec Beginner CTF
The MonSec Beginner CTF is our very own annual CTF designed for beginners. It is usually held in Semester 1 and is a great chance for students to make new friends, hone their skills, and have a chance at winning some prizes.
DownUnderCTF
DownUnderCTF (DUCTF) is an international CTF competition targeted at secondary and tertiary students in Australia. We usually field at least one team every year, and we encourage club members from different skill levels to team up and compete.
Other Competitions
We also occasionally compete in other CTFs and competitions, such as picoCTF. If you are interested in competing with us, join our Discord to stay updated on what we’re up to and the competitions we’re participating in.
A Note for Monash University Students
Monash University students who wish to join our competitive team need to adhere to the following requirements:
- You must be enrolled in at least 1 unit at Monash University’s Clayton campus.
- You must be an official member of the club.
- You must submit an expression of interest to the club’s secretary via email or Discord, including:
- Your full name
- Your Monash University student ID number
- Your Monash University email address
For further details, please contact our secretary via the provided email or Discord.
Other
Additional information about our organizational structure and future plans.
MonSec Information
- MonSec is officially registered as a non-for-profit organization in Australia.
- MonSec is now incorporated as an official entity, providing us with a formal legal structure to better serve our community and partners.