SEC595: Applied Data Science and AI/Machine Learning for Cybersecurity Professionals


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Join us at the forefront of cybersecurity at "SANS Secure Your Fortress: 2024's Top Defense Strategies and Trends!"
Embark on a transformative journey through the latest advancements in cybersecurity. Whether you are a cybersecurity veteran or new to the field, this event is tailored to elevate your defensive capabilities to new heights.
Innovative Strategies: Engage with pioneering thinkers and leading practitioners as they unveil cutting-edge strategies and tools that are setting new standards in cyber defense. Experience how these developments are dynamically changing the security landscape.
Practical Skills: Each session, crafted by our seasoned experts, focuses on clear, actionable knowledge. Gain valuable skills and practical insights that you can apply immediately, enhancing your proficiency regardless of your experience level.
Emerging Trends: Stay ahead with a first look at emerging trends and technologies. From sophisticated AI defenses to advanced approaches in Zero Trust architecture, discover the future of cybersecurity.
Strengthen Your Defenses: Learn effective, trustworthy techniques to secure your networks and digital assets. These comprehensive sessions are designed to build resilient and robust defense mechanisms you can rely on.
Interactive Demos: Witness the power of the newest cybersecurity technologies through live demonstrations, giving you a hands-on understanding of the tools at your disposal.
Inspiring Talks: Get inspired by our lineup of SANS course authors and instructors as they share their insights and visions for securing the digital future.
"SANS Secure Your Fortress" isn't just a webcast; it's a commitment to stay ahead in cybersecurity. Join us from anywhere in the world and be part of shaping the future of cyber defense.
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Agenda
8 am - Opening Remarks from Dave Hoelzer and John Hubbard
8:15 - 8:45 am - MAVIS: Machine Assisted Vulnerability Identification System
8:45 - 9:15 am - Automating Log Analysis
9:15 - 9:45 am - Guardrails for Innovation: Navigating Security Standards in Generative AI and LLMs
9:45 - 10:15 am - Mastering the Journal
10:15 - 10:30 am - Break
10:30 - 11:00 am - Social Engineering - Understanding your Risk Profile
11:00 - 11:30 am - Vicarious Trauma & OSINT
11:30 am - 12:00 pm - The Python Security Pickle
12:00 - 12:30 pm - Break
12:30 - 1:00 pm - The SBOM Makeover
1:00 - 1:30 pm - Next Gen SOC
1:30 - 2:00 pm - Stand out from the crowd! Using powershell to automate your daily tasks
2:00 - 2:30 pm - Edge Out Your Next BEC Adversary: Investigation and Prevention Strategies Using OSINT
2:30 - 2:45 pm - Break
2:45 - 3:15 pm - Hybrid Fortresses: How A Defensible Security Architecture Raises the Bar Against Modern Attacks
3:15 - 3:45 pm - APT Takedown: The 2024 Blueprint for Cyber Victory
3:45 - 4:15 pm - Encrypted DNS Developments
4:15 - 4:30 pm - Closing Remarks from Dave Hoelzer and John Hubbard


John is a Senior SANS Instructor and SOC consultant, author of SEC450 and LDR551. With deep SOC leadership experience, GIAC certifications, and hands-on labs, he equips cyber defenders with the skills to hunt, detect, and lead resilient operations.
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David Hoelzer has fundamentally advanced cybersecurity by pioneering the GIAC Security Expert (GSE) certification, leading AI-driven threat detection initiatives, and developing MAVIS, an open-source ML tool enhancing code review processes.
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SANS Faculty Fellow Mark Baggett authored SEC573, SEC673, and SEC406, leads as CTO of the SANS Internet Storm Center, and empowers defenders to automate security through practical, real-world application.
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Ismael is a Senior SANS Instructor and Arctic Wolf VP. Author of SEC530 and a prestigious GSE-certified expert, he blends decades of SOC, threat research, and community contributions to equip defenders with resilient, adversary-aware strategies.
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Andy is a Principal Security Architect for BP, where he secures emerging technologies and develops security strategies. His background is a mix of technical elements and business practicalities, which he considers essential to developing solutions.
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Charles “Charlie” Goldner is a Senior Technical Engineer at Counter Hack. With over two decades of experience working for SANS, the U.S. Army, and the Nevada National Guard, he brings a wealth of public and private sector expertise to the classroom.
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