Cyber Defense
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In 2026, as information security professionals, you’re facing your own steam-powered saw: Artificial Intelligence. AI is reshaping cybersecurity faster than Paul could clear a forest, and some of you might feel like you’re swinging your axe against an unstoppable machine.
Join SANS Cyber Defense instructors to explore the tools, tactics, and tradecraft defenders rely on to detect, respond, and stay ahead of modern threats in 2026.
In 2026, as information security professionals, you’re facing your own steam-powered saw: Artificial Intelligence. AI is reshaping cybersecurity faster than Paul could clear a forest, and some of you might feel like you’re swinging your axe against an unstoppable machine.
SEC573 has been updated for the AI era. Join Mark Baggett for a first look at how Python, LLMs, and MCP are transforming security automation, making tool building faster, more accessible, and far more powerful for defenders and offensive operators alike.
Picture this: you approach a machine where you know an incident has occurred, but all traditional logs are missing or wiped leaving you with no clear starting point.
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.
Have you heard that SANS has a new Advanced Python Automation class? Are you interested in trying out some of the content? Join us for this workshop where SANS Fellow and course author Mark Baggett will deliver the first hour and a half of content.
Join us at the forefront of cybersecurity at "SANS Secure Your Fortress: 2024's Top Defense Strategies and Trends!"
Are you ready to elevate your Python skills? Join SANS for an exclusive Advanced Python Automation workshop led by SANS Fellow and course author Mark Baggett. In this interactive session, you'll experience the first hour and a half of the course content, packed with practical, hands-on material. Skip the typical introductions and dive straight into advanced automation techniques. Don't miss this opportunity to enhance your Python automation expertise with real-world applications. Register now and take your Python skills to the next level!
Cracking the Code: The Role of Programming in Information Security by SANS Fellow Instructor Mark Baggett and Why Do We Do What We Do? A Motivational Talk by Certified Instructor Candidate Justin Parker
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.
From one of our early GSE’s (GIAC Security Expert) Mark in this presentation will explore an unpatched vulnerability within Windows, one that attackers can likely exploit to bypass your defenses. Through the lens of this attack, we'll address a significant question: "Are programming skills a requisite for excelling in the field of information security?" Recent research indicates that approximately 20% of entry-level positions in information security demand proficiency in programming. Yet, the ongoing debate in online forums highlights the uncertainty surrounding the necessity of coding skills. Join Mark as we navigate through this discussion, who has vast experience on various cybersecurity roles through his certifications and work experience, examining the intricate relationship between coding expertise and achieving success in the realm of information security.
Have you heard that SANS has a new Advanced Python Automation class? Are you interested in trying out some of the content? Join us for this workshop where Senior SANS Instructor and course author Mark Baggett will deliver the first hour and a half of content.
Advanced Python CTF based on Mark Baggett’s SEC673 Advanced Information Security Automation with Python.
Have you heard that SANS has a new Advanced Python Automation class? Are you interested in trying out some of the content? Join us for this workshop where Senior SANS Instructor and course author Mark Baggett will deliver the first hour and a half of content. But wait, isn't the first hour and a half always introductions and no real hands on material? Maybe in other classes but not in this one. Come check it out!
Have you heard that SANS has a new Advanced Python Automation class? Are you interested in trying out some of the content? Join us for this workshop where Senior SANS Instructor and course author Mark Baggett will deliver the first hour and a half of content. But wait, isn't the first hour and a half always introductions and no real hands on material? Maybe in other classes but not in this one. Come check it out!