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Experience the SANS difference - live, in person

The Power of Presence: SANS Live Training

There's a unique energy that happens when you step into a room filled with cyber professionals - all focused, all present. While SANS offers world-class training across all formats, our in-person experiences are built to elevate your learning with face-to-face connection, hands-on labs, and unmatched access to instructors and peers.

Immersive, Focused, and Expert-Led Training

Hands-On Learning

In-person training often provides more hands-on exercises and labs, allowing you to apply what you've learned in real-time with direct guidance from instructors.

In-Person Hands-On Learning

Immediate Access to World Class Instructors

Having direct access to instructors means you can ask questions and get immediate feedback, clarification, and assistance.

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Networking

Attending in-person training allows you to meet and interact with other professionals in your field. This can lead to valuable networking opportunities, sharing of best practices, and professional connections.

In-Person Networking

Train in Exciting Destinations Across the U.S.

SANS Rockville 2026

February 2-7, 2026 20 Courses Rockville, MD or Live Online (ET) Immersive Labs in a Virtual Environment

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Rockville, City Street

SANS DC Metro March 2026

March 2-7, 2026 7 Courses Arlington, VA or Live Online (ET) Courses Taught by Industry Experts

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Washington, DC

SANS 2026

March 29 - April 3, 2026 52 Courses Orlando, FL (ET)

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Orlando, Skyscraper

Benefits of Learning with SANS In-Person

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Brace yourself for full SANS immersion upon Day 1 of in-person training at the welcome reception. Meet and network with the global leaders in cybersecurity, grow your cybersecurity colleague community, and more!

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Workshops and presentations by our faculty and selected subject-matter experts help you broaden your knowledge, get the most for your training dollar, and hear from the voices that matter in cybersecurity.

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Immerse yourself in hands-on interactive learning exercises that can be used to demonstrate ongoing competency in information security. Learn more about SANS NetWars!

Popular Live Training Courses

SEC401: Security Essentials - Network, Endpoint, and Cloud™

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SEC504: Hacker Tools, Techniques, and Incident Handling™

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FOR508: Advanced Incident Response, Threat Hunting, and Digital Forensics

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ICS410: ICS/SCADA Security Essentials™

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LDR512: Security Leadership Essentials for Managers™

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SEC497: Practical Open-Source Intelligence (OSINT)™

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Did You Know You Can Save on SANS Courses If You Book Early?

Save up to $750 when you register early for a training event. Simply use the promotion code listed at the top of the event page when registering and the Early Bird discount will be applied automatically.

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