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 Unplugged
A New OnDemand Networking Reception For 2026
Welcome to SANS Unplugged - a new way for OnDemand students to connect beyond the platform, and beyond the screen.
SANS Unplugged is an evening reception designed exclusively for OnDemand learners, bringing together current and alumni students, SANS instructors, course authors, and staff in a relaxed, in-person setting. It’s a chance to turn independent study into shared experience, and real professional connection.
What to Expect
Enjoy light bites and drinks while you connect with the SANS community through:
- Meaningful networking with peers, mentors, and industry leaders
- Exclusive access to NetWars tournaments and SANS @Night Talks
- A 20% discount on your next SANS course — OnDemand, In-Person, or Live Online
Where to Join Us in 2026
SANS Unplugged receptions will take place alongside select Live Training events, with more locations to be announced.
SANS 2026 | Orlando, FL
SANS Unplugged Reception | Wednesday, April 1 Join us March 29 – April 3 for NetWars and SANS@Night special events. April 1 - SANS Unplugged Reception | 5:00 – 6:00 PM (ET) - SANS@Night: From Reactive to Resilient: Transform Cybersecurity Through Leadership and Insight Presented by My-Ngoc Nguyen, SANS Principal Instructor | 6:00 – 7:00 PM (ET) - Core NetWars | 6:30 – 9:00 PM (ET) - ICS NetWars | 6:30 – 9:00 PM (ET) April 2 - Core NetWars | 6:30 – 9:00 PM (ET) - ICS NetWars | 6:30 – 9:00 PM (ET)
SANS Rocky Mountain 2026 | Denver, CO
SANS Unplugged Reception | Thursday, April 23 Join us April 20 – 25 for NetWars and SANS@Night special events. April 22 - SANS@Night: Own Your Career - Indispensable Career Moves to Protect Current and Future Next Steps Presented by Kevin Garvey, SANS Certified Instructor | 6:00 – 7:00 PM (MT) April 23 - SANS Unplugged Reception | 5:00 – 6:00 PM (MT) - Core NetWars | 6:30 – 9:30 PM (MT) April 24 - Core NetWars | 6:30 – 9:30 PM (MT)
SANS Security West 2026 | San Diego, CA
SANS Unplugged Reception | Thursday, May 14 Join us May 11 – 15 for NetWars and SANS@Night special events. May 14 - SANS Unplugged Reception | 5:00 – 6:00 PM (PT) - SANS@Night: Securing AI in an AI Focused World Presented by Nik Alleyne, SANS Principal Instructor | 6:00 – 7:00 PM (PT) - Core NetWars | 6:30 – 9:00 PM (PT) - DFIR NetWars | 6:30 – 9:00 PM (PT) May 15 - SANS@Night: Deception at Scale: Exploring the SANS Internet Storm Center Presented by Dr. Johannes Ullrich, SANS Fellow | 6:00 – 7:00 PM (PT) - Core NetWars | 6:30 – 9:00 PM (PT) - DFIR NetWars | 6:30 – 9:00 PM (PT)
SANS San Antonio 2026 | San Antonio, TX
SANS Unplugged Reception | Thursday, August 20 Join us August 17 – 22 for NetWars and SANS@Night special events. August 20 - SANS Unplugged Reception | 5:00 – 6:00 PM (CT) - Core NetWars | 6:30 – 9:30 PM (CT) - DFIR NetWars | 6:30 – 9:00 PM (CT) August 21 Core NetWars | 6:30 – 9:30 PM (CT)