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Parsing the 2023 VZ DBIR for the Human Element

Read SANS Institute course author and instructor Lance Spitzer’s take on Verizon’s 2023 Data Breach and Incident Response (DBIR) report.

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The Ultimate Guide to Getting Started in Digital Forensics & Incident Response (DFIR)

DFIR roles will always be required and in demand. If you’re looking to get started in DFIR, you can’t afford not to read this white paper.

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2023 Report: Digital Forensics

This webcast examines DFIR disciplines and provide commentary from experts on why they chose their field and what it takes to thrive in DFIR.

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World-Class Cyber Security Training with the Best Cyber Instructors in the Industry

SANS instructors are committed to providing engaging and positive learning environments that focus on key skills taught through lectures, immersive hands-on labs, and interactive discussions. Our top cyber security experts make it possible for SANS and GIAC to deliver on our mission to prepare and deploy the next generation of cyber security professionals through our many training vehicles.

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Years on average as cyber securitv practitioners before being selected to become SANS Certified Instructors.

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More than 150 open source cvber securitv tools have been created by SANS instructors.

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SANS instructors have authored more than 40 books on information security.

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SANS instructors have produced more than 3,500 research papers and webcasts on information security topics.

Choose Your Training Destination

SANS offers cybersecurity training all year long, in a variety of desired locations and time zones. Find your next training at the time and location that works best for you!

41 Courses, 3 Cyber Ranges Las Vegas, NV, US and Virtual - PT Wed, Sep 6 - Mon, Sep 11, 2023

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37 Courses Washington, DC, US and Virtual – ET Mon, Dec 11 - Sat, Dec 16, 2023

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15 Courses, 1 Cyber Range New Orleans, LA, US and Virtual - CT Mon, Feb 19 - Sat, Feb 24, 2024

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31 Courses Hyatt Regency Orlando Orlando, FL, US and Virtual - ET Sun, Mar 24 - Fri, Mar 29, 2024

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13 Courses, 1 Cyber Range Manchester Grand Hyatt San Diego, CA, US and Virtual - PT Thu, May 9 - Tue, May 14, 2024

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30 Courses, 1 Cyber Range Washington, DC, US and Virtual - ET Mon, Jul 15 - Sat, Jul 20, 2024

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