Christopher Crowley

Christopher Crowley, a SANS Senior Instructor, has 25 years of industry experience managing and securing networks. He has authored numerous courses and is considered a leading expert in building an effective SOC. He currently works as an independent consultant in the Washington, DC area focusing on effective computer network defense. His work experience includes penetration testing, security operations, incident response, and forensic analysis.

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Specialties

Cyber Defense
Offensive Operations, Pen Testing, and Red Teaming

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Christopher Crowley is the course author for SANS Management 517 - Managing Security Operations and SANS Management 535 - Incident Response Team Management.

Chris holds several industry certifications including the GSEC, GCIA, GCIH (gold), GCFA, GPEN, GMOB, GASF, GREM, GXPN, and CISSP.

His teaching experience includes FOR585, MGT517, MGT535, SEC401, SEC503, SEC504, SEC560, SEC575, and SEC580; Apache web server administration and configuration; and shell programming. He was awarded the SANS 2009 Local Mentor of the year award. "The Mentor of the Year Award is given to SANS Mentors who excel in leading SANS Mentor Training classes in their local communities." He is also a faculty member of the SANS Technology Institute, an NSA Center of Academic Excellence in Cyber Defense and multiple winner of the National Cyber League competition. Mr. Crowley spends his spare time mountain biking, rock climbing and savoring epicurean treats.

Hear Christopher teach about Threat Hunting in Security Operation here.

“I'm simply amazed at the instructor’s vast knowledge and experience. But most importantly, his expert ability to articulate the material across the spectrum – from simple to complex – in what appears to be effortless for him. My favorite Einstein quote is, "If you can't explain it simply, then you don't know it well enough." The instructor, Christopher Crowley, obviously knows how to explain ANY topic simply. The result was enabling me to focus on what was being presented and to absorb the enormous volume of information in a short period of time. His warm demeanor and wit was also much appreciated. He is truly a consummate professional who is unquestionably dedicated to his students. Thank you for an incredible experience!” - Former Student

RESOURCES AND PUBLICATIONS BY CHRISTOPHER CROWLEY:

To view the authoritative list of free resources and presentations by Christopher, please visit the Montance® presentations page: https://montance.com/presentations

Annual SOC Survey by Christopher Crowley: https://soc-survey.com

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Chris Crowley's TouTube channel