Boss of the SOC (BOTS) - Cybersecurity & Data Analytics Competition 2026

Boss of the SOC (BOTS) Cybersecurity & Data Analytics Competition 2026

Oct. 14 | 2-6:30 p.m. ET

🏆 Do you have what it takes to win the Boss of the SOC competition?

You’re invited to participate in Boss of the SOC (BOTS), a one-day virtual cybersecurity and data analytics competition created by Splunk. Practice your search and investigation skills while working through provided scenarios and compete for prizes. SNHU students in any program are welcome to play—all skill levels are welcome.

Register Now 🚀

📝All participants MUST sign up and create a Splunk account through splunk.com (use your SNHU email address)

📝 After creating your Splunk account, login to bots.splunk.com

📝 View the [SNHU – BOTSv10] OCT14,2026 event details, and click “Enroll”

📝 Create or join a team — Students are encouraged to sign up in teams (4 or more)

What to Expect:

Step into the shoes of a Security Operation Center (SOC) analyst and tackle realistic security challenges using Splunk Enterprise and Splunk Enterprise Security.

In this 4-hour virtual event, you’ll:

• Work with a team of students and Splunk experts.
• Compete with peers for prizes and bragging rights.
• Get support from Splunk coaches and experienced participants—perfect for beginners and seasoned users alike.

Walk away with hands-on experience, sharpened skills and new techniques for investigating and preventing security incidents. Level up your Splunk knowledge with these free Splunk courses before the event.

📅 Agenda

2 p.m. – 2:30 p.m. ET: Welcome and Introduction

2:30 p.m. – 6:30 p.m. ET: Competition

6:30 p.m. ET: Winners Announced

Questions? Email us at engagecareer@snhu.edu.