Vectra AI Scholars Program

AI for Cybersecurity Innovation

Empowering the Next Generation of Cybersecurity Innovators

Vectra AI is proud to introduce the AI Scholars Program, a scholarship opportunity for high school, college and graduate students who have groundbreaking ideas for leveraging artificial intelligence (AI) in cybersecurity.

This program inspires innovation in cybersecurity, recognizing exceptional talent and rewarding creative approaches to identifying and neutralizing attacks. Winners will receive cash awards, mentorship from Vectra AI experts, and the opportunity to shape the future of AI in cybersecurity.

Program Highlights

Scholarship Awards

1st Place

$10,000 cash scholarship award

2nd & 3rd Place

$5,000 cash scholarship award

Mentorship Opportunity

Winners will be paired with a Vectra AI mentor to receive career guidance, networking support, and ongoing research mentorship for one year.

Key Dates

Application Deadline

March 31st, 2025

Winners  Announced

April 15th, 2025

Eligibility

Open to high school, undergraduate and graduate students from eligible countries.*

Passion for AI and cybersecurity demonstrated through submitted proposals.

Submission Requirements

What to Submit

Project Proposal

A written document or prototype showcasing a novel approach to using AI that could be leveraged in cybersecurity use cases.

Supporting Materials

Optional diagrams, code samples, or visualizations.

Formatting Guidelines

Length

Proposals must be between 500–2,500 words, optionally accompanied by diagrams, code samples, or visualizations.

Required Sections

Executive summary, vision and goals, technical details, and a short bio.

Judging  Criteria

Submissions will be evaluated on:

Innovation: How unique and forward-thinking is the idea in leveraging AI in Cybersecurity.

Technical Feasibility: Is the proposed idea technically sound, feasible to build, and viable in real-world applications?

Impact: What is the potential impact of the idea on the cybersecurity industry?

Clarity and Presentation: How well is the idea articulated and presented in the submission?

How to Apply

Step 1

Prepare your application, including your essay and any supporting materials.

Step 2

Complete the application form below and upload your documents.

Step 3

Submit your application by March 31, 2025.

Application Form

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For any questions or issues related to the Vectra AI Scholars Program, please feel free to reach out to cjennings@vectra.ai for assistance.

* This scholarship program is open to residents of the following countries only: Australia, Austria, Belgium, Canada, France, Germany, India, Ireland, Japan, Netherlands, New Zealand, Singapore, Spain, Switzerland, Thailand, United Kingdom, and United States.

Why  Vectra AI?

Vectra AI’s mission is to make the world a safer and fairer place. Sharing knowledge is a big piece of our culture as we innovate with AI. By fostering innovation through the AI Scholars Program, we aim to inspire and empower the next generation of talent to tackle today’s evolving cybersecurity challenges.

About Vectra AI

Vectra AI, Inc. is the leader in AI-driven extended detection and response (XDR). The Vectra AI Platform delivers integrated signal across public cloud, SaaS, identity, and data center networks in a single platform. Vectra AI’s patented Attack Signal Intelligence empowers security teams to rapidly detect, prioritize, investigate and stop the most advanced hybrid cyber-attacks. With 35 patents in AI-driven detection and the most vendor references in MITRE D3FEND, organizations worldwide rely on the Vectra AI Platform and MDR services to move at the speed and scale of hybrid.

For more information, visit www.vectra.ai

AI for Cybersecurity Innovation