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SANS Nashville Summer 2027

  • Mon, Aug 16 - Sat, Aug 21, 2027
  • 13 Courses
  • English
Nashville Marriott at Vanderbilt University & Virtual (CT)
2555 West End Avenue, Nashville, TN 37203
Nashville, City Center
  • Courses are 5-6 Days Long

    Monday, August 16 – Saturday, August 21

  • 13 Courses

    12 GIAC Certifications

  • All Cybersecurity Focus Areas

    AI Security, Offensive Operations, Cyber Defense, DFIR, Cloud Security, ICS Security, Cybersecurity Leadership and more.

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Cybersecurity Training Across the SOC, the Cloud, and the Plant Floor

SANS Nashville Summer 2027 is a cybersecurity training event running August 16-21 at the Nashville Marriott at Vanderbilt University, in-person and online. Courses cover security operations, cloud security, identity security, GenAI application security, ICS defense, and offensive operations, most leading to a GIAC certification exam.

SANS Live Training

AI Security and Cloud Identity, Alongside the Core Defense Courses

A defender’s footprint now reaches well past the network perimeter. Alerts come from a SOC that increasingly relies on AI, workloads run in cloud accounts, identity is a common way in, and some teams also watch industrial control systems. The courses here are spread across those areas, so cybersecurity training at this event can cover a SOC analyst, a cloud engineer, and an ICS defender from the same organization in the same week, with incident handling, red team operations, and open-source intelligence available for anyone who needs the attacker’s view.

SANS instructors are working practitioners, which is why the lab scenarios draw on real client environments. Most courses have a matching GIAC certification exam, so what you learn is testable and portable afterward.

The Nashville Marriott at Vanderbilt University is a two-minute walk from Centennial Park, where a full-size Parthenon replica sits about nine minutes from the hotel.

Course Highlights

  • Triage alerts, investigate incidents, and build detections using SIEM, EDR/XDR, and AI-assisted workflows in AI-Enabled Security Operations: Hands-on Investigation, Detection, and Automation.
  • Defend GenAI applications, from RAG pipelines and agents to MLOps workflows, in GenAI and LLM Application Security.
  • Detect and respond to identity-based attacks across Entra ID and hybrid Active Directory in Identity Security for Cloud, Hybrid, and Agentic.
  • Gain visibility into ICS/OT networks, detect threats, and respond to incidents using real industrial equipment in ICS Visibility, Detection, and Response.

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    SANS creates a one-of-a-kind learning experience providing world-class training and fascinating opportunities to network and gain new perspectives from your peers!
    Justin E.U.S. Federal Agency
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    The instruction at SANS is top-notch. I have been to several SANS training courses and they never disappoint. The instructors bring real life experiences and show the students how the material can be applied.
    Thomas SeckJohns Hopkins APL
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    The labs are giving me a chance to see the course content first hand and interact with it. It's doing a good job of letting me play with it and really seeing how the tools and methodologies work.
    Ryan MoellerEureka Strategic Consulting
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    SANS training keeps individuals up-to-date with relevant cyber security information. I can now apply the skills learned towards further maturing my program.
    Nicholas MarriottPfizer
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Save $900 USD using the code "EarlyBirdNA" and pay for any 4-6 day course (excluding Beta Courses and 300 Level Courses) by January 27, 2027.

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Nashville Marriott at Vanderbilt University

Hotel Special Rates and Reservations

A special discounted rate of $239.00 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 Friday, July, 23, 2027 by 5pm CT.

SANS attendees will receive a discounted valet parking rate of $38.00 per car, per day

SANS attendees will receive a 20% discount in the hotel restaurant, Central Bar & Kitchen (excluding alcohol) and in the market.

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  • 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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Nashville Marriott at Vanderbilt University

Where modern elegance meets Southern hospitality, Nashville Marriott at Vanderbilt University offers unmatched convenience to the city’s top destinations. Enjoy inventive Southern cuisine and craft cocktails at Central Bar & Kitchen, relax on the outdoor patio, or unwind in modern guestrooms with plush bedding and tech-ready workspaces. The Nashville Marriott at Vanderbilt University hotel is walking distance to Midtown, Vanderbilt Stadium, the Parthenon and Centennial Park. While in the Music City, explore Music Row, Bridgestone Arena and the historic Ryman Auditorium, home to exceptional acoustics and famously known as the birthplace of bluegrass. Downtown, you can indulge in the honky tonks and live country music spots on Broadway, which is also home to shopping, dining and more.

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SANS attendees will receive a discounted valet parking rate of $38.00 per car, per day plus applicable taxes. The SANS discount applies to valet parking only. Nearby self-parking garages are not owned by the hotel. Venue Parking Details - Valet Parking: $56 per day plus applicable taxes Rate listed is prevailing and subject to change. Alternative Parking Options SANS recommends researching nearby parking facilities for more options. Popular parking apps that can help you locate and reserve space during your training: SpotHero, ParkMobile, and ParkWhiz. Distance from Nearby Airport - Nashville International Airport (BNA): Approximately 10.2 miles.

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