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CloudSecNext Summit & Training 2025

  • Thu, Oct 2 - Thu, Oct 9, 2025
  • 8 Courses
  • 12 CPEs (Summit Only)
  • English
Embassy Suites by Hilton Denver Downtown & Virtual (MT)
1420 Stout Street, Denver, CO 80202
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Secure the Cloud, Secure the Future!

As organizations continue to leverage cloud services for enterprise workloads as well as newer GenAI use cases security professionals need to deal with new risks, threats, and issues.

Join us for CloudSecNext, where top experts and real-world practitioners will share insights, case studies, and hands-on technical training to help you build and maintain a secure cloud infrastructure.

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Who Should Attend

  • Security professionals who are responsible for securing public cloud infrastructure and service
  • Cloud security analysts, engineers, architects, and managers
  • Tech and security leaders advising on cloud risks and strategies
  • Practitioners seeking insights on cloud security, automation, threat detection, and GenAI
  • Don't miss this opportunity to connect, learn, and level up your cloud security game with some of the brightest minds in the industry!
Why You Should Attend CloudSecNext Summit 2025

What Attendees Say

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    The Summit is great for those who have direct use/control of Cloud infrastructure. A wealth of information and experiences for those getting into the field and as always, there were great networking opportunities.
    Chris Swallow
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    Great way to step back from day-to-day security controls to see the transformational themes our industry is facing. There was a good combination of technical talks with actionable tips for the next 30 days, mixed with themes our org will see over the next 3-5 years.
    Will Casey
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    The Summit provided valuable insight from colleagues in security regarding process tooling, and opportunities that can be encountered in the cloud. The time to network and discuss challenges was invaluable.
    Johnny Ray
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    The content is stellar, and the opportunities for networking and industry knowledge-sharing are invaluable.
    Ricky PullanMicrosoft
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Course Note:

Starting in September 2025, SEC488 will transition to a 5-Day course with a remote CTF.

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from $8,260 USD
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  • Course: Live Instructor Training with Hands-on Exercises
  • Summit: Talks, Presentations and Workshops
  • Summit: Solutions Expo Hall
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  • Course: Virtual Live Instructor Training with Hands-on Exercises
  • Summit: Select Talks and Content
  • Summit: Interactive Chat on Slack
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$525 USD*Prices exclude applicable local taxes
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  • Summit: Solutions Expo Hall
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GIAC Certification

2 free practice tests when you add a certification exam attempt to your course. Available for select courses below.

Extra 4 Months of Course Access

Add OnDemand access for 4 months to help you prepare for your GIAC exam. Available for select courses below.

Summit Chairs

Frank Kim

Frank Kim

Venture Advisor

Frank Kim is the Founder of ThinkSec, a security consulting and CISO advisory firm. He leads the Cybersecurity Leadership and Cloud Security curricula at SANS, as well as authors and instructs multiple SANS courses.

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Eric Johnson

Eric Johnson

Principal Security Engineer

Eric is a co-founder and principal security engineer at Puma Security focusing on modern static analysis product development and DevSecOps automation. He is co-author and instructor for three SANS Cloud Security courses.

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Bailey Bercik

Bailey Bercik

Senior Threat Intelligence Analyst

Bailey Bercik is a Senior Threat Intelligence Analyst at Microsoft’s Threat Intelligence Center (MSTIC).

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Schedule

Summit Dates

Thursday 2nd October & Friday 3rd October

Training Dates

Saturday 4th October - Thursday 9th October

Embassy Suites by Hilton Denver Downtown

Hotel Special Rates and Reservations

A special discounted rate of $235.00 S/D plus applicable taxes will be honored based on space availability.

A limited number of Government Per Diem rooms at the prevailing rate are available with proper ID.

These rates include Internet in your room and are only available through Tuesday, September 16, 2025.

Complimentary Breakfast and Happy Hour

Enjoy complimentary breakfast and happy hour drinks & snacks when you stay with SANS at the Embassy Suites Denver Downtown.

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3 Reasons To Stay At The Event Venue

  • Ultimate Convenience

    Eliminate the hassle of daily commutes and wasted travel time. You’ll have everything you need—from your training to dining and amenities - all in one centralized, convenient location.

  • Seamless Networking Opportunities

    Stay where the action is! Maximize your chances to connect with fellow cybersecurity professionals and industry leaders - from impromptu conversations in the lobby to exclusive after-hours events.

  • All Day, All Event Access

    SANS live training events include bonus sessions exclusively at the venue. Staying on-site ensures you won’t miss these opportunities to grow your network and engage with peers beyond the conference agenda.

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Embassy Suites by Hilton Denver Downtown

Embassy Suites Denver Downtown is located across the street from The Colorado Convention Center and a five-minute walk from 16th Street Mall and the free MallRide shuttle to Union Station. Ball games at Pepsi Center and Coors Field are a mile away. Enjoy made-to-order breakfast and access to the indoor saltwater pool and fitness center.

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Venue Parking Rates

- Self-Parking: Not available - Valet Parking: $58.00 daily (includes in-and-out privileges.) Available valet-parking is covered and secured. Rates listed are prevailing and subject to change. Alternative Parking Options - SANS recommends researching nearby parking facilities for more affordable options. Some ome popular parking apps that can help you locate and reserve space during your training are SpotHero, ParkMobile, and ParkWhiz. Distances from Nearby Airport - From Denver International Airport (DEN): Approximately 27.5 miles.

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Unlock Hilton Gold Status with staying 8 nights in a 90-day period. Did you know by staying just 8 nights in a 90-day period with Hilton, you can status match your current loyalty program to Hilton Gold Status? Hilton Gold Status provides exclusive perks such as a daily food and beverage credit, premium internet access, potential room upgrades based on availability, and many more benefits.

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SANS North America Summits Volunteer Program

The SANS North America Summit Volunteer Program is a popular and competitive way for professionals to attend two-day SANS Summits in-person for free, in exchange for their assistance with the Summit. Summit Volunteers assist the team onsite with various tasks to set up, support, and tear down the event afterward. To learn more about the qualifications and how to apply, please visit our NA Summit Volunteer Program page.

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