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SANS Nashville Winter 2026

  • Mon, Jan 12 - Sat, Jan 17, 2026
  • 13 Courses
  • English
Nashville Marriott at Vanderbilt University & Virtual (CT)
2555 West End Avenue, Nashville, TN 37203
Nashville, City Center
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Unleash Elite Potential. Transform Your Career.

Welcome to SANS Nashville Winter 2026, where world-class learning intersects with meaningful professional connections. This event combines high-impact, hands-on training with valuable in-person features such as two expert-led discussions, dedicated breaks, networking events, all within a focused, distraction-free learning environment.

Conveniently located on the edge of the Vanderbilt University campus, the venue offers easy access to the best of Nashville while maintaining a dedicated space for concentrated professional growth. Take advantage of exclusive lodging rates through the SANS group discount while availability lasts; booking links and deadlines are provided in the Location section below. SANS will host two training events in Nashville in 2026, featuring more than 20 cutting-edge courses designed to elevate your skills and career. 

SANS Live Training

Innovative Courses, Industry-Leading Instructors

Whether you're refining your cybersecurity skill set or exploring cutting-edge solutions, you'll find the right course here. Explore tracks on:

  • Cybersecurity Tactics & Strategy
  • Advanced Control Implementation
  • Building a Secure Organizational Mindset
  • Translating Policy Into Practice

…and more.

This is more than an event — it’s a deep dive into a supportive, distraction-free space built for growth and collaboration.

This event creates an intimate, community-focused atmosphere allowing you to focus on learning in a distraction-free setting with your like-minded industry peers. Enjoy bonus after-class extras like hands-on workshops, and networking sessions that extend value far beyond the classroom.

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!
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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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Early Bird Offer

Save $500 USD using the code "EarlyBirdNA" and pay for any 4-6 day course (excluding Beta Courses and 300 Level Courses) by November 27, 2025.

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

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Featured Speakers

Carlos Cajigas

Carlos Cajigas

Chief Technology Officer

Carlos Cajigas is a digital forensics and incident response (DFIR) professional with more than two decades of experience spanning both law enforcement and the private sector.

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Rich Greene

Rich Greene

Senior Solutions Engineer

Rich Greene, SANS Senior Solutions Engineer and SEC301 author, brings 20+ years of cyber operations and teaching experience to the classroom. With 15+ GIAC certifications and a passion for mentorship, he equips defenders with real-world confidence and skill.

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Eric Johnson

Eric Johnson

Principal Security Engineer

Eric is a co-founder and principal security engineer at Puma Security, focusing on modern static analysis product development and DevSecOps automation. A SANS Fellow, he is co-author and instructor for three SANS Cloud Security courses.

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Randy Marchany

Randy Marchany

Chief Information Security Officer

Randy Marchany is the Chief Information Security Officer of Virginia Tech, the Director of Virginia Tech's IT Security Laboratory. He has 25 years experience as a systems administrator, IT auditor, and security specialist.

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Seth Misenar

Seth Misenar

Founder

Seth, SANS Faculty Fellow and author of SEC411, LDR414, and SEC511, combines cutting-edge consulting and education to equip defenders worldwide. Founder of Context Security and GSE #28, he brings clarity, humor, and purpose to cybersecurity training.

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Mark Orlando

Mark Orlando

Co-Founder & CEO

Mark Orlando brings extensive cybersecurity leadership experience from the Pentagon, White House, and Fortune 500 sectors. As Bionic Cyber's CEO, he's a respected security operations expert with military and academic credentials.

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Schedule

Nashville Marriott at Vanderbilt University

Hotel Special Rates & Reservations

A special discounted rate of $209.00 S/D plus applicable taxes will be honored based on space availability.

The group rate is lower than the Government Per Diem rate. Should the Government Per Diem rate fall below the group rate, a limited amount of rooms will be made available at the prevailing Government Per Diem rate.

These rates include Internet in your room and are only available through Monday, December 22, 2025.

A discounted parking rate of $25 per day or overnight for attendees is available. Valet parking has been discounted to $35 daily.

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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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Travel Information

Nashville Marriott at Vanderbilt University

The Nashville Marriott at Vanderbilt University hotel is walking distance to Midtown, Vanderbilt Stadium, the Parthenon and Centennial Park. While in the Music City, explore Music Row, Bridgestone Arena and the historic Ryman Auditorium, home to exceptional acoustics and famously known as the birthplace of bluegrass. Downtown, you can indulge in the honky tonks and live country music spots on Broadway, which is also home to shopping, dining and more.

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Venue Parking Details

- Valet Parking: $62.00 A discounted parking rate of $25 per day or overnight for attendees is available. Valet parking has been discounted to $35 daily. Rates subject to change. Please contact the venue for the most up to date information. 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 - Nashville International Airport (BNA): Approximately 10.2 miles.

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We are pleased to partner with United Airlines for air travel to our upcoming event. To make flight reservations online please book below and use discount code ZR8A247885. You may also call United Meetings Reservation Desk Monday – Friday at (800) 426-1122 for booking assistance. Booking fees are waived for Meeting reservations. International customers may contact their local United Reservation Desk.

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Delta Air Lines is pleased to offer special discounts for SANS Institute! You may also call Conferences and Events® at 1.800.328.1111* Monday–Friday, 8:00 a.m. – 6:30 p.m. (EST) and refer to Meeting Event Code ‘NM4QS’. *Please note there is not a service fee for reservations booked and ticketed via our reservation 800 number.

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