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SANS Orlando Fall 2025

  • Mon, Oct 27 - Sat, Nov 1, 2025
  • 17 Courses
  • English
Hyatt Regency Orlando & Virtual (ET)
9801 International Drive, Orlando, FL 32819
Orlando, Overhead City View
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Train with the Best. Lead with Confidence.

This isn’t just another training — it’s where future leaders are forged. Engage with elite faculty, experience cutting-edge content firsthand, and connect with a community of cyber professionals eager to rise. With bonus events like workshops, receptions, and curated networking sessions, you’ll walk away with more than knowledge — you'll walk away empowered.

SANS Live Training

Innovative Courses, Industry-Leading Instructors

Explore a course catalog tailored for ambitious professionals, covering everything from foundational frameworks to the latest in security innovation. Dive into topics like:

  • Advanced Incident Response, Threat Hunting, and Digital Forensics
  • Enterprise Penetration Practical Open-Source Intelligence
  • Security Strategic Planning, Policy, and Leadership
  • Web App iOS and Android Application Security Analysis and Penetration Testing

…and more.

This intimate, high-impact event lets you learn in a focused environment, build lifelong connections, and gain real-world insights you can apply immediately.

Your evolution begins here. Join SANS and transform your future.

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    SANS creates a one-of-a-kind learning experience providing world-class training and fascinating opportunities to network and gain new perspectives from your peers!
    Justin E.U.S. Federal Agency
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    The instruction at SANS is top-notch. I have been to several SANS training courses and they never disappoint. The instructors bring real life experiences and show the students how the material can be applied.
    Thomas SeckJohns Hopkins APL
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    The labs are giving me a chance to see the course content first hand and interact with it. It's doing a good job of letting me play with it and really seeing how the tools and methodologies work.
    Ryan MoellerEureka Strategic Consulting
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    SANS training keeps individuals up-to-date with relevant cyber security information. I can now apply the skills learned towards further maturing my program.
    Nicholas MarriottPfizer
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Course Note

Starting in September 2025, SEC488 will transition to a 5-Day course with a remote CTF.

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GIAC Certification Exam Attempt

2 Free practice tests when you add a certification exam attempt to your course. Available for select courses below.

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Add 4 months of OnDemand access to your course purchase. Only available for courses with an OnDemand option.

Featured Speakers

Carlos Cajigas

Carlos Cajigas

Chief Technology Officer

A native of Puerto Rico, Carlos began his career with the West Palm Beach Police Department in Florida, first as a police officer and eventually as a digital forensics detective, examiner, and instructor specializing in computer crime investigations.

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Ted Demopoulos

Ted Demopoulos

Owner

Ted's background includes 25+ years of experience in information security and business. He's also written two books about Social Media, and is the recipient of a Department of Defense Award of Excellence.

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Mick Douglas

Mick Douglas

Managing Partner

Mick Douglas has over 10 years of experience in information security and is currently the Managing Partner for InfoSec Innovations. He specializes in PowerShell, Unix, Data Visualization, Hardware and Radio Hacking.

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Monta Elkins

Monta Elkins

Hacker-in-Chief

Monta Elkins is currently "Hacker-in-Chief" for FoxGuard Solutions, an ICS patch provider. A security researcher and consultant; he was formerly Security Architect for Rackspace, and the first ISO for Radford University.

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Lance Spitzner

Lance Spitzner

Board of Directors

Lance revolutionized cyber defense by founding the Honeynet Project. Over the past 25 years, he has helped 350+ organizations worldwide build resilient security cultures, transforming human risk management into a cornerstone of modern cybersecurity.

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James Tarala

James Tarala

Managing Partner

James Tarala, managing partner at Cyverity, co-created the CIS Controls and Cybersecurity Standards Scorecard, transforming cybersecurity governance and empowering global organizations to operationalize risk into actionable defense strategies.

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Schedule

Hyatt Regency Orlando

Hotel Special Rates & Reservations

A special discounted rate of $249.00 S/D plus applicable taxes will be honored based on space availability.

A limited number of Government Per Diem rooms at the prevailing rate are available with proper ID.

All rates include the resort fee for a savings of $43 per day. The resort fee provides a $10 daily F&B credit, internet access in your guest room, two bottles of water in room daily, daily access to 24hr fitness center, two I-Ride Trolley tickets daily to the International Drive area, 25% discount on spa and salon services, and a 25% discount on cabana rentals (based on availability).

*Hotel inclusions subject to change

These rates are only available through Monday, October 6, 2025.

SANS attendees will also receive a $5 discount on self-parking daily or overnight parking charges.

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3 Reasons To Stay At The Event Venue

  • Ultimate Convenience

    Eliminate the hassle of daily commutes and wasted travel time. You’ll have everything you need—from your training to dining and amenities - all in one centralized, convenient location.

  • Seamless Networking Opportunities

    Stay where the action is! Maximize your chances to connect with fellow cybersecurity professionals and industry leaders - from impromptu conversations in the lobby to exclusive after-hours events.

  • All Day, All Event Access

    SANS live training events include bonus sessions exclusively at the venue. Staying on-site ensures you won’t miss these opportunities to grow your network and engage with peers beyond the conference agenda.

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To purchase specially priced Walt Disney World® Meeting/Convention Theme Park tickets, please click the link below or call 407-566-5600. Tickets are valid 7 days before, during, and 7 days after the meeting dates. To enter a park, both a park reservation and valid ticket on the same day are required. To make park reservations, you will need to sign-into an existing Disney® Account or create a new one and link each ticket. Park reservations are subject to availability – please check the Park Availability Calendar. For details on making a park reservation, please visit Disney Park Pass Experience Updates. Whether it’s your first visit or your 100th, we recommend reviewing the Walt Disney World® Resort Experience Updates.

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Hyatt Regency Orlando

This family-friendly Orlando resort is just minutes from major theme parks including Universal Orlando®, Walt Disney World® and SeaWorld® Orlando. Grab a bite at one of five on-site restaurants or the 24-hour grab-and-go market, work out in a state-of-the-art fitness center or pamper yourself at the full-service hotel spa. Enjoy shopping, dining and more than 100 unique entertainment options, all within a 2-mile radius of the hotel.

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Venue Parking Details

- Self-Parking: $38.00 daily (includes in-and-out privileges) - Valet Parking: $53.00 daily (includes in-and-out privileges) SANS attendees will receive a $5 discount on self-parking daily or overnight parking charges. Rates listed are prevailing and subject to change. Alternative Parking Options - SANS recommends researching nearby parking facilities for more affordable options. Some popular parking apps that can help you locate and reserve space during your training are SpotHero, ParkMobile, and ParkWhiz. Distance from Nearby Airport - Orlando International Airport (MCO): Approximately 12.6 miles.

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Save on United Flights To Live Events

The discount ranges from 1% - 10% depending on the origin airport. When making the flight reservation, use the code - 'ZQ33173387'. Please Note: This discount applies to flights with United Airlines and other codeshare airlines and does not apply to basic economy fares. Call the United Meetings Reservation Desk at (800) 426-1122 for booking assistance.

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Save on Delta Flights To Live Events

Delta Air Lines is pleased to offer special flight discounts for SANS Institute customers!  Depending on fare type, domestic discounts range from 2- 10%. Use Meeting Event Code 'NM47F' during booking.  You may also call Delta Meeting Network® at 1.800.328.1111* Monday-Friday, 8:00 a.m.- 6:30 p.m. (EST)  *Please note there is not a service fee for reservations booked and ticketed via the reservation 800 number. Discounts valid on Delta and applicable Codeshare flights.

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