Cyber Defense, Offensive Operations
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As adversaries harness AI to deploy polymorphic malware, agentic automation, and high-speed deception, defenders must respond with intelligent, explainable, and resilient threat intelligence systems.
In 2025, with AI and automation everywhere, it’s more important than ever to stay ahead of attackers, arming yourself with clear intelligence, full visibility, and smart processes to catch problems before they become crises.
Join top SANS instructors as they share their personal journeys into cybersecurity—how they got started, what shaped their careers, and the lessons they’ve learned along the way.
Join us at the 2025 Government Security Forum on July 22nd at 10:00 AM ET to gain intelligence, tools, and real-world strategies needed to defend your agency against next-generation cyber threats. Register for free today!
Join us for SANS Secure Your Fortress: Building Robust and Resilient Defenses for 2025, where cutting-edge techniques meet hands-on practicality. Designed for cybersecurity professionals at all levels, this event equips you with the tools, strategies, and insights needed to overcome today’s toughest challenges and prepare for tomorrow’s emerging threats.
Prepare for the Future of Cybersecurity with Zero Trust. In an era where cyber threats constantly evolve and the boundaries of organizations become increasingly porous, the principle of "Never Trust, Always Verify" has become more relevant than ever. The Fall Cyber Solutions Fest Zero Trust Track aims to bring together top industry vendors to shed light on the newest developments, technologies, and best practices.What to Expect:Emerging Technologies: Discover the latest tools and solutions that fortify security postures, enhancing the ability to identify, authenticate, and authorize access dynamically.Integration Strategies: Learn how modern Zero Trust platforms can be seamlessly integrated with existing infrastructures, ensuring that security doesn’t impede functionality.Case Studies: Leading vendors will present real-world scenarios where Zero Trust architectures have made a difference, providing a practical perspective on its benefits and challenges.Anticipating the next move: Delve into the future of Zero Trust, understanding where the industry is headed and how to prepare for the security challenges of tomorrow.Networking Opportunities: Engage in rich dialogues with peers, thought leaders, and vendors, creating an ecosystem for shared learning and collaboration.Whether you are an IT professional, cybersecurity enthusiast, or a decision-maker looking to fortify your organization’s security posture, the Zero Trust Solutions Forum 2024 will equip you with the knowledge and tools to navigate the dynamic landscape of cybersecurity. Join Ismael Valenzuela, author and lead instructor of SANS Security 530, as we explore what are the most successful strategies and opportunities for implementing Zero Trust in 2024.
Join us at the forefront of cybersecurity at "SANS Secure Your Fortress: 2024's Top Defense Strategies and Trends!"
In today's hostile digital landscape, government agencies face a relentless barrage of cyber threats. Furthermore, agencies face a continuing stream of legislative, executive, and oversight recommendations, constantly keeping teams and technologies on their toes. This SANS Solutions Forum equips public sector cybersecurity teams with the essential knowledge to address these challenges and modern threats head-on.
Step into a world where cutting-edge defense meets practicality in cybersecurity! "SANS Secure Your Fortress" will teach you how to master the latest and most effective defense techniques. Whether you're a seasoned expert or just beginning your cyber journey, this event is for you.
Recent news of vulnerabilities in hardware appliances firmware such as Ivanti and Fortinet highlight the difficulty of securing complex digital supply chains. Having an in-depth understanding of what you put on your network is vital to implementing a zero-trust approach and managing risk appropriately.
In an increasingly complex and dynamic cyber threat landscape, decision-makers are turning to actionable, contextualized threat intelligence to bolster cyber resilience and fulfill mission or business objectives.
What should organizations do in 2023 to take a more proactive stance, operationalize threat intelligence and focus on maturing their threat hunting program?Join Ismael Valenzuela, SANS author and Senior instructor for the 2023 Cyber Solutions Fest - Threat Hunting and Intelligence Track, and hear talks on:Enriching alerts with threat intelligenceUtilizing XDR and MDR services to help accelerate your threat-hunting programOperationalizing threat intelligenceAutomating threat hunting tasks with XDR, NDR, and threat intelligence solutionsIdentifying the most actionable intelligence for the organization
Supply chain attacks go unnoticed on average for 235 days and do more damage as a result of us not having a deep understanding of the products being used on a network. Product security testing helps obtain a comprehensive understanding of how choosing to use a particular product in your organization can affect your threat model and risk posture.