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How Does SANS Compare to other Cybersecurity Training Providers?

Comprehensive Training

Hands-on, real-world labs with deep theoretical knowledge taught by world-renowned instructors, versus certification prep.

Security That Keeps Pace

Continuous course evolution to address the latest cyber threats and industry updates, others struggle to keep pace.

Practical, Job-Ready Skills

Students gain immediately applicable cyber security skills, guaranteed by SANS, not test-taking strategies.

Key Framework and Compliance Adoption

Aligns with NIST, MITRE, ATT&CK, DoD8140/8570, ECSF, making SANS the top choice for government and enterprise security teams.

A Cybersecurity Culture

Training designed for long-term workforce development with defined training paths supporting organization needs, rather than checking compliance boxes.

The GIAC Advantage

The highest and most rigorous certification of cyber security knowledge and skills preferred by organizations in high-security environments.

Experience the SANS Difference

Take advantage of SANS free training and events and discover why SANS is the preferred cybersecurity training partner for governments and enterprises.

Summits

Elevate your knowledge, skills, and industry connections at an upcoming SANS Summit.

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Free SANS Workshops

Hands-on virtual environments that give you the opportunity to dive into course material.

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Free Course Demos

Identify the right course for you by using our free one-hour course previews to explore subjects and verify materials match your skill level.

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Whether you’re an individual cybersecurity practitioner or head of a cyber team, SANS Institute has a training solution tailored to you.

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