SEC595: Applied Data Science and AI/Machine Learning for Cybersecurity Professionals


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Contact UsDue to the ongoing government shutdown, we’ve decided to postpone the SANS Capitol Hill event that was scheduled for Wednesday, October 22nd. We’ll post new dates here soon—thank you for your understanding, and we apologize for the inconvenience.

Join us for a timely and impactful conversation hosted by the House Cybersecurity Caucus in partnership with SANS | GIAC, held in celebration of NICE Cybersecurity Career Week. This event will spotlight innovative solutions for building a skilled and resilient cybersecurity workforce—an essential pillar in protecting our nation’s critical infrastructure.
As cyber threats grow in complexity and scale, the demand for adaptable, highly trained professionals across the cyber supply chain has never been greater. Cybersecurity roles are among the most dynamic in the IT sector, requiring continuous evolution in skills, competencies, and career pathways.
The discussion will also address pressing issues affecting U.S. citizens and explore relevant legislative developments, featuring expert perspectives from leaders across government, industry, and professional associations.
Intended Audience: Congressional staff, government employees, academic and business leaders, representatives from nonprofit organizations and civil society, and media.


Rodney Petersen is the Director of NICE, advancing cybersecurity education and workforce development, at the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) in the U.S.
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Rob T. Lee is Chief AI Officer and Chief of Research at SANS Institute, where he leads research, mentors faculty, and helps cybersecurity teams and executive leaders prepare for AI and emerging threats.
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Sean Mason is the Managing Director of Cyber Defense for United Airlines. After serving in the US Air Force, Sean has spent his career with Fortune 500 companies (Cisco, GE, Harris (now L3Harris), and Monsanto (now Bayer).
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Dr. Davina Pruitt-Mentle serves as the Lead for Academic Engagement of the National Initiative for Cybersecurity Education (NICE) at the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST).
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Brian Correia is the Director of Business Development, GIAC, working on the certification source for SANS, the cybersecurity leader in training, degrees, and community resources.
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Kurt Gaudette is Vice President of Intelligence and Services at Dragos, Inc.
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Born and raised in Texas, Congressman McCaul is proud to represent Texas' 10th Congressional District, which stretches from Austin to Houston.
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