
Bryan Simon
- Principal Instructor
- Twitter: @BryanOnSecurity
Bryan Simon is an internationally recognized expert in cybersecurity and has been working in the information technology and security field since 1991. Over the course of his career, Bryan has held various technical and managerial positions in the education, environmental, accounting, and financial services sectors. Bryan speaks on a regular basis at international conferences and with the press on matters of cybersecurity. He has instructed individuals from organizations such as the FBI, NATO, and the UN in matters of cybersecurity, on three continents. Bryan has specialized expertise in defensive and offensive capabilities. He has received recognition for his work in I.T. Security, and was most recently profiled by McAfee (part of Intel Security) as an I.T. Hero. Bryan holds 13 GIAC Certifications including GSEC, GCWN, GCIH, GCFA, GPEN, GWAPT, GAWN, GISP, GCIA, GCED, GCUX, GISF, and GMON. Bryan's scholastic achievements have resulted in the honour of sitting as a current member of the Advisory Board for the SANS Institute, and his acceptance into the prestigious SANS Cyber Guardian program. Bryan is a SANS Certified Instructor for SEC401: Security Essentials Bootcamp Style, SEC501: Advanced Security Essentials - Enterprise Defender, SEC505: Securing Windows with Powershell and the Critical Security Controls, and SEC511: Continuous Monitoring and Security Operations.
Here is What Students Say About Bryan Simon:
"Excellent breakdown of difficult concepts-great use of humor."- Steve Kirchmyer
"Really like the example stories. They help illustrate the point of each lesson very effectively." - Kevin Westbur, I.D.A.
"As a former educator, I'm very impressed with Bryan." - Adam Austin, H-Bar Cyber Solutions
"Bryan is a tremendous instructor, one of the best I have had in over 30 years in the IT field. He is able to hold my attention throughout, and he brings real-world experience." - Alan J. Cutler, Westat
Upcoming Courses Taught By Bryan Simon
Type | Course / Location | Date | Register |
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SANS Cyber Defense Initiative® 2019 Washington, DC
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Dec 10, 2019 - Dec 17, 2019 |
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![]() Simulcast |
Online
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Dec 12, 2019 - Dec 17, 2019 |
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SANS Security East 2020 New Orleans, LA
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Feb 1, 2020 - Feb 8, 2020 |
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![]() Simulcast |
Online
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Feb 3, 2020 - Feb 8, 2020 |
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SANS New York City Winter 2020 New York City, NY
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Feb 10, 2020 - Feb 15, 2020 |
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SANS Secure Singapore 2020 Singapore, Singapore
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Mar 16, 2020 - Mar 28, 2020 |
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SANS Secure Canberra 2020 Canberra, Australia
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Mar 23, 2020 - Mar 28, 2020 |
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SANS 2020 Orlando, FL
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Apr 3, 2020 - Apr 10, 2020 |
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![]() Simulcast |
Online
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Apr 5, 2020 - Apr 10, 2020 |
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SANS Security West 2020 San Diego, CA
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May 6, 2020 - May 13, 2020 |
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SANS London June 2020 London, United Kingdom
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Jun 1, 2020 - Jun 6, 2020 |
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SANSFIRE 2020 Washington, DC
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Jun 13, 2020 - Jun 20, 2020 |
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![]() SelfStudy |
Online
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Anytime | |
![]() OnDemand |
Online
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Anytime |
*Course contents may vary depending upon location, see specific event description for details.