Information security training in Washington, DC from SANS Institute, the global leader in information security training. At SANSFIRE 2017, SANS offers more than 45 hands-on, immersion-style security training courses taught by real-world practitioners. The site of SANSFIRE 2017 (July 22-29) is Washington Marriott Wardman Park. Event Schedule: One-Day Course: Begins on Sunday, July 23 Two-Day Courses: Begin on Saturday, July 22 Four-, Five-, and...

The goal for this course is to provide an understanding of cybersecurity leadership focused on people and not just technology and policy. It will give you an overview of frameworks to support your risk management activities. It is highly useful to any organizational executive, or leader seeking an understanding of building cybersecurity cultures and governance.The word cybersecurity is thrown around, used and abused to scare people into buying...

Last year, 63% of data breaches involved compromised identities. Traditionally, the Federal government has relied on Common Access Cards (CAC), Personal Identity Verification (PIV), and user name and password systems. As government settles into the “new normal” of mobile, cloud and other nontraditional access points for applications and other resources, these approaches fail to mitigate the risk. We’ll Discuss: Define the pro...

Join ServiceNow Federal, Carahsoft, and your peers on Tuesday, July 25th at 8:00AM to learn how to manage, enable, and operate everything as a service. During this half-day session at Crowne Plaza Richmond Downtown you will learn how to: Automate the Enterprise By placing a service-oriented lens on the tasks and processes that make up the day-to-day work life, we enable you to focus on creating a modern work environment. Our service model aut...

The goal for this course is to provide an understanding of cybersecurity leadership focused on people and not just technology and policy. It will give you an overview of frameworks to support your risk management activities. It is highly useful to any organizational executive, or leader seeking an understanding of building cybersecurity cultures and governance The word cybersecurity is thrown around, used and abused to scare people into buying...

Effective, actionable cybersecurity techniques are crucial to combat today's cyber threats. At SANS Los Angeles - Long Beach 2017 (July 10-15), get hands-on, cutting edge training from the best cybersecurity teachers in the country.Take advantage of these opportunities to get the most out of your training: Distinguish yourself as an information security leader by preparing for your GIAC Certification. NEW course: MGT517: Managing Security Oper...

Federal agencies today face mandates to modernize their technology infrastructure to improve security and agility; re-capture costs now spent on maintaining aging IT systems; and comply with executive orders without disrupting ongoing initiatives. This briefing will explore how government agencies can best achieve their mission through network modernization. We'll Discuss: Acquisition changes that will future-proof government’s technolog...

The word cybersecurity is thrown around, used and abused to scare people into buying more technology and tools. Yet the most important element of cybersecurity is the leadership of people and creating a culture that supports protecting your business. A study done by IBM noted that 95% of successful cyber-attacks came down to people. This session helps you understand how to structure your basic digital strategy to begin to implement a strong cy...

Cyber attackers are targeting you. Do you have the skills needed to defeat them? At SANS Columbia, MD 2017 (June 26-July 1), you will learn the cybersecurity tools and techniques required to protect your organization. Don't miss this opportunity to learn from the best instructors in the industry.Take advantage of these opportunities to get the most out of your training: Distinguish yourself as an information security leader by preparing for yo...

DFIR Superheroes aren't born; they're made... and you've got what it takes.The SANS Annual DFIR Summit is the only event of its kind that gathers the most influential group of experts, the highest quality of training & the greatest opportunities to network with others in the field of Digital Forensics & Incident Response, all in one place! Every year, DFIR Professionals around the world attend the DFIR Summit with a common goal; to lea...