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Hack & Defend Summit & Training 2025

  • Tue, Oct 28 - Tue, Nov 4, 2025
  • 9 Courses
  • 12 CPEs (Summit Only)
  • 1 NetWars Tournament
  • English
Omni Austin Hotel Downtown & Virtual (CT)
700 San Jacinto at 8th Street, Austin, TX 78701
Hack & Defend Summit & Training

Offense Informs Defense. Defense Informs Offense.

Organizations face a critical disconnect between offensive security experts who identify vulnerabilities and defensive teams tasked with protecting systems. The Hack & Defend Summit brings these different security professionals together to learn from each other and build better protection strategies. By working together instead of separately, we can create stronger defenses against real threats.

Join us this October in Austin, TX for practical workshops, presentations from experts, and network with other security professionals. Whether you're interested in finding vulnerabilities, defending systems, or managing security teams, the Hack & Defend Summit will help you learn new skills and protect against cyber-attacks.

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Summit and Course Registration

from $8,780 USD
In personIncludes
  • Course: Live Instructor Training with Hands-on Exercises
  • Summit: Talks, Presentations and Workshops
  • Core Netwars Tournament
Live onlineIncludes
  • Course: Virtual Live Instructor Training with Hands-on Exercises
  • Summit: Select Talks and Content
  • Summit: Interactive Chat on Slack

Summit Registration Only

from Free
$525 USD*Prices exclude applicable local taxes
In personIncludes
  • Free Lunch and Snacks
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Free
Live onlineIncludes
  • Interactive Chat on Slack
  • Talks and Sessions
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Schedule

Summit Dates

Tuesday, 28 October - Wednesday, 29 October

Training Dates

Thursday, 30 October - Tuesday, 4 November

Omni Austin Hotel

Hotel Special Rates and Reservations

A special discounted rate of $299.00 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.

All rates include the resort fee for a savings of $22 per day. The resort fee provides deluxe WiFi for unlimited devices, two bottles of water upon arrival (additional upon request), in-room coffee and tea offerings, complimentary local and 1-800 calls, 24/7 access to the fitness center with Peloton bikes, exclusive access to the heated rooftop pool and priority and discounted cabana & daybed rentals (subject to availability), priority reservations at Capital A Restaurant, daily digital edition of The Wall Street Journal, $2 off admission to the Bob Bullock Texas State History Museum, and $5 off a 2-hr rental at the Texas Rowing Center (paddleboard, canoe, kayak).

These items are subject to change.

These rates are only available through Friday, October 3, 2025.

Austin, Skyline

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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