SEC595: Applied Data Science and AI/Machine Learning for Cybersecurity Professionals
SEC595Cyber Defense, Artificial Intelligence
SANS Community Benefits
Connect, learn, and share with other cybersecurity professionals
SANS Critical AI Security Guidelines
Practical guidance for protecting AI systems.
The SANS Critical AI Security Guidelines provide a clear, plain-language framework for understanding how AI systems can be attacked, and how they can be protected. Developed in collaboration with industry experts and aligned with the OWASP AI Exchange, these guidelines outline core security principles such as data protection, access control, monitoring, and responsible governance.
AI Cybersecurity Careers Guide
Exploring future careers at the intersection of AI and security.
AI is creating entirely new career paths; many of which didn’t exist until very recently. The SANS AI Cybersecurity Careers Guide highlights emerging roles that focus on defending AI systems, responding to AI-driven threats, and governing AI responsibly.
It’s a great resource for students, parents, counselors, and educators looking to spark conversations about AI-enabled careers with real-world impact.
Own AI Securely: The SANS Secure AI Blueprint
A simple model for understanding secure AI adoption.
Own AI Securely introduces a clear, easy-to-follow way to think about AI safety and responsibility. The SANS Secure AI Blueprint organizes AI security into three core ideas:
- Protect AI: Safeguard systems and data
- Utilize AI: Use AI effectively and responsibly
- Govern AI: Establish oversight, rules, and accountability
This resource is designed to help readers understand how AI fits into real organizations—and why security, ethics, and governance matter from the start.
SANS AI NotebookLM
Explore AI security knowledge in an interactive way.
NotebookLM provides an interactive experience that allows learners to explore curated AI security knowledge through guided prompts and explanations. This resource helps users ask questions, explore concepts, and build understanding at their own pace.
AI-Focused Articles and Blogs from SANS
Learn how AI is changing security, safety, and society.
SANS regularly publishes articles and blog posts that explain AI concepts, risks, and real-world examples in approachable language. These pieces help readers understand how AI affects technology, people, and organizations, without requiring a deep technical background.
