Information Security Training in Anaheim, CaliforniaAt SANS Southern California - Anaheim 2018 (Feb 12-17), get the training you need to hone your skills and protect against cyber-attacks. With cyber attackers growing more brazen and exploiting mission-critical computer systems, it is crucial to have the latest skills and techniques to stop them in their tracks. Take advantage of these opportunities to get the most out of your information secu...

Seminar Information A level II class on the application of Incoterms® Rules in purchases and sales for those who have already had a basic Incoterms® class. GTC’s Incoterms® Rules class (or equivalent knowledge) is a prerequisite for taking Application of Incoterms® Rules. So now that you have learned the Incoterms basics, you want to take this class to learn which term is the best fit for your company and why. Register 30...

The U.S. Deputy Defense Secretary launched a fast moving effort in 2017 to accelerate the Department of Defense's integration of big data, artificial intelligence, and machine learning. A recent report by Harvard University cites the impact of technologies like drones with bird-like agility, robot hackers, and software that generates photo-real fake video. The rapid progress in artificial intelligence is poised to bring an unprecedented surge...

This course will familiarize you with commonly-used methods of acquisition: issuing task or delivery orders under GSA’s Multiple Award Schedules (MAS) (FAR Subpart 8.4), and the Simplified Acquisition Procedures of FAR 13 or negotiating a stand-alone contract under FAR Part 15. This course will explore the differences and similarities between Subpart 8.4 and Parts 13 & 15 procedures, advantages and disadvantages for various situation...

Information Security Training in Scottsdale, ArizonaOur mission at SANS is to deliver cutting-edge information security knowledge and skills to all students in order to protect people and assets. At the heart of everything we do is the SANS Promise: Students will be able to use the new skills they have learned as soon as they return to work. See that promise in action at SANS Scottsdale 2018 (Feb 5-10).Take advantage of these opportunities to...

The Foundations of Proposal Management course offers comprehensive skills in proposal management. The course begins with the Request for Proposal (RFP) requirements analysis. It then proceeds to proposal planning, outlining your document, and developing a proposal schedule. It also covers preparing for and conducting a Kickoff meeting to organize your proposal team, and guiding authors in developing proposal section content. The course then de...

Gain new insights with a comprehensive overview of government financial reporting from beginning to end. Recent financial difficulties of state and local government finances, highlighted by some noteworthy bankruptcy filings, have prompted increased attention on governmental financial statements. The financial statements of these governments and governmental entities can be very confusing, even for the experienced accountant. This topic will e...

Recent studies have shown that at least 50% of the traffic on the Internet is generated by bots – automated scripts and processes. A small amount of that traffic is considered benign, but most of it is malicious. Regardless of its motivation, one thing is certain, malicious bots consume a huge amount of valuable server and application resources. Join F5 Networks for a TechTalk to learn key methodologies for shunning bots and other automa...

This webinar will focus on the ins and outs of commercial item acquisition, with a particular focus on the importance of speeding up the acquisition process, the evolution of National Defense Authorization Acts (NDAAs), and market research. Participants will understand what a “commercial item” is (per FAR 2.101), how to conduct a proper “commercial item” evaluation, and how to properly perform price analysis to determin...

What is WEST? The premier naval conference and exposition on the West Coast, WEST is now in its 28th year of bringing military and industry leaders together. Co-sponsored by AFCEA International and the U.S. Naval Institute, WEST is the only event in which the makers of platforms and the designers of technologies can network, discuss and demonstrate their solutions in a single locale. One recurring highlight of WEST is a town hall discussion am...