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

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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 redefined modern SOC operations by engineering globally adopted blue team strategies and co-creating the GSOC cert. Through the Blueprint podcast and SANS leadership, he’s unified thousands of defenders around real-world detection tactics.
Learn moreDavid 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.
Learn moreMark Baggett has revolutionized cybersecurity through his leadership at SANS. His development of tools like Freq Server has strengthened threat detection, while his work in automation has empowered professionals to defend against evolving threats.
Learn moreIsmael Valenzuela, VP of Threat Research & Intelligence at Arctic Wolf, has fortified global cybersecurity by leading critical threat intelligence initiatives and pioneering defenses against AI-driven threats like deepfakes and ransomware.
Learn moreAndy 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.
Learn moreCharles “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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