Train Locally. Defend Nationally. SANS Live Training in the DMV.

High-impact, hands-on cyber-security training brought to you in Washington D.C., Maryland and Virginia — no coast-to-coast travel required.

Washington, DC, Washington Monument

A Year's Learning of Cybersecurity Training in Just 5 or 6 Days.

SANS Live Training events are coming to venues local to you - designed for busy professionals, government teams, civilian agencies and private industry alike that require access world-class cyber defense training right in your backyard.

Get the same rigorous curriculum, expert instructors, and immersive labs, without the long flight or disruptive travel.

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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.

What’s Coming to Your Region

What to Expect

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Real-time access to world-renowned Faculty and GIAC-certified teaching assistants.

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Immersive hands-on labs and exercises built from real-world threats and scenarios.

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Industry expert discussions, welcome receptions, networking & more.

Lock in EarlyBird pricing when you register early.

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SANS Regional live training events are for you if…

You’re Local

You’re based in D.C., Maryland, or Virginia (or commute nearby) and want top-tier training without a cross-country trip.

An Industry Professional

You’re a government, defense, federal agency, contractor, financial services, or critical infrastructure and need mission-ready skills.

Looking to Up Skill

You’re a security leader, incident responder, threat hunter, SOC analyst or team lead who wants immersive, actionable training

Further Your Career

You’re building your certification path, pursuing leadership roles or seeking deep technical mastery.

How to Get Started

Ready when you are.

Locations of SANS live trainings rotate within the DMV region — stay tuned for announcements of venues in D.C., Arlington/Alexandria VA, Baltimore/Columbia MD and neighboring hubs. Join the Community today to never miss a local opportunity.

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