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Upcoming SANS Institute Events
In an era where adversaries exploit publicly available data with increasing sophistication, Open-Source Intelligence (OSINT) has become a vital part of modern cyber defense. This Solutions Track session explores how organizations can leverage OSINT more effectively—shifting it from ad-hoc collection to a proactive, integrated security capability.
Attendees will hear how OSINT can enhance detection, threat attribution, and incident response while supporting strategic decision-making across the enterprise. The session will also touch on practical approaches for integration, automation, and governance to ensure responsible and sustainable OSINT operations. Whether you’re building your first OSINT framework or refining an existing program, this session will provide clear, actionable insights for turning open data into intelligence-driven defense.
You’ll gain access to:
- Expert-Led Sessions exploring high-impact threat areas and what they mean for your organization.
- Interactive Discussions focused on building practical frameworks, advancing workforce education, and shaping policy and regulation.
- Collaborative Insights that connect research with real-world application so you can act, not react.
- Reserve your spot and help shape the response to cybersecurity’s next big challenges.
In a rapidly evolving threat landscape, leaders can’t just keep up - they must set the standard. The SANS Cybersecurity Leadership Summit is for industry leading CISOs, directors and managers looking to empower themselves with the knowledge and tools to not just participate, but to set the pace in cybersecurity leadership.
This Summit provides invaluable insights from industry leaders who will share their strategies, lessons learned, and best advice.
As organizations face increasing uncertainty, evolving threats, and shifting regulations, cybersecurity leaders are being challenged to lead with both vision and adaptability. This Solutions Track session focuses on translating those leadership challenges into actionable strategies—providing frameworks, proven approaches, and decision-making tools for professionals at every level who are responsible for driving security initiatives and organizational resilience.
Attendees will learn how to align cybersecurity strategy with organizational goals, operationalize risk management, and mature security programs across people, processes, and technology. The session will also explore techniques for building a strong security culture, communicating effectively with executives and boards, and turning compliance demands into business opportunities. Participants will leave with practical insights to strengthen leadership impact and drive sustainable, enterprise-wide resilience.
Why Register?
- Expert-led Sessions
- Flexible Attendance (Attend live or watch on your own time)
- On-Demand Access (Revisit sessions and download presentations at your convenience)
- Connect with Industry Leaders
- Build Your Professional Network
- Earn CPE Credits
Boost your cybersecurity skills at SANS 2026! Immerse yourself in a week of immersive, distraction-fee, industry-leading training tailored to elevate your capabilities, whether you’re new to the field or looking to deepen your advanced expertise. Benefit from direct mentorship by top experts in the field through practical labs and real-world strategies, experiencing insights that only in-person engagement can provide.
Interact with esteemed SANS faculty and fellows, and access exclusive sessions available only to onsite attendees. Connect with a vibrant community of like-minded professionals, engage in enriching networking events and benefit from community-building efforts that are structured to enhance your professional network and forge impactful, enduring relationships.
There is an old American legend about a larger-than-life lumberjack, Paul Bunyan, whose mighty axe carved forests and shaped the frontier. As the story goes, Paul faced off against a steam-powered saw that threatened to outpace his manual brute force effort. With his trusty ox, Babe, by his side, he tackled the challenge head-on. He challenged the innovators to a contest, swinging his axe with all his might. Despite his heroic effort, the machine edged him out by a quarter-inch, and Paul walked away, humbled but not broken.
Paul taught us that it’s about facing change head-on and finding your place in a new era.
In 2026, as information security professionals, you’re facing your own steam-powered saw: Artificial Intelligence. AI is reshaping cybersecurity faster than Paul could clear a forest, and some of you might feel like you’re swinging your axe against an unstoppable machine. But here’s the truth: you’re not Paul Bunyan, trying to out chop a device. You’re here to outsmart AI, to wield it like a finely honed tool, and to secure our digital frontier.
Over the past few years, the cyber threat landscape has been defined by supply chain compromises, the targeting of cloud and SaaS environments, and the growing use of AI by both defenders and adversaries. At the same time, state-backed and geopolitically motivated operations and an increasingly professionalized cybercrime ecosystem are further increasing complexity. These developments reinforce that CTI serves a dual mission: enabling operational teams to detect, disrupt, and respond effectively, while also supporting executives and boards in making informed, risk-based decisions.
The 2026 SANS CTI Survey explores how CTI programs are addressing this full spectrum of needs.
What You’ll Learn
- Ways CTI is delivering decision advantage at tactical, operational, and strategic levels
- The challenges and opportunities introduced by AI, automation, and engineering
- Emerging best practices for making CTI tasks more efficient and effective
- The human aspect: skills, challenges, and perspectives of CTI analysts
- The perceived value of CTI by strategic audiences as well as practical approaches to measuring ROI, maturity, and program effectiveness
Why Register? By registering, you’ll gain:
- Actionable benchmarks to measure your organization against industry peers.
- Practical strategies you can take back to your team immediately.
- 3 CPE credits for attending.
- Access to attend both live or the recorded session on your own time.
- Exclusive access to the full 2026 SANS CTI Survey Insights Report once published.
Artificial intelligence is transforming how security teams detect threats, automate response, and make critical decisions—but effective adoption requires more than just powerful tools. This Solutions Track session explores real-world approaches to applying AI in cybersecurity programs, focusing on how to move from theory to measurable impact.
The discussion will highlight proven methods for integrating AI into existing workflows, improving threat visibility, and enhancing analyst efficiency without sacrificing oversight or trust. Attendees will also gain insight into emerging challenges such as model transparency, data protection, and ethical implementation. Whether you’re evaluating AI-driven security products or building your own, this session will provide practical guidance on how to responsibly leverage AI to strengthen cyber resilience and empower human expertise.
Why Register?
- Expert-led Sessions
- Flexible Attendance (Attend live or watch on your own time)
- On-Demand Access (Revisit sessions and download presentations at your convenience)
- Connect with Industry Leaders
- Build Your Professional Network
- Earn CPE Credits
Fast-track your success with an intensive week of top-tier training at SANS Security Central 2026. Whether you're just starting or sharpening advanced skills, this event is built to elevate your expertise with hands-on labs, real-world techniques, and guidance from some of the best minds in cybersecurity. You'll leave not just better prepared but armed with certifications that set you apart.
In a field that never stands still, staying ahead is more than important—it’s a necessity. This is more than just training; it’s your chance to transform your career, deepen your knowledge, and connect with a network of industry leaders who share your passion for growth and innovation.
Fast-track your success with an intensive week of top-tier training at SANS Security West 2026. Whether you're just starting or sharpening advanced skills, this event is built to elevate your expertise with hands-on labs, real-world techniques, and guidance from some of the best minds in cybersecurity. You'll leave not just better prepared but armed with certifications that set you apart.
In a field that never stands still, staying ahead is more than important—it’s a necessity. This is more than just training; it’s your chance to transform your career, deepen your knowledge, and connect with a network of industry leaders who share your passion for growth and innovation.
Discover how to effectively incorporate AI and machine learning into your SOC detection engineering workflows.
SANS Senior Instructor, Christopher, Crowley, will break down practical approaches to staffing, process design, and technology integration that help teams move from theory to operational impact. Learn how to “shape and make” AI/ML enhanced detections that strengthen your defensive posture. And stick around for a surprise bonus: a Hurricane Katrina history quiz that ties past lessons to modern resilience!
Discover how to effectively incorporate AI and machine learning into your SOC detection engineering workflows.
SANS Senior Instructor, Christopher, Crowley, will break down practical approaches to staffing, process design, and technology integration that help teams move from theory to operational impact. Learn how to “shape and make” AI/ML enhanced detections that strengthen your defensive posture. And stick around for a surprise bonus: a Hurricane Katrina history quiz that ties past lessons to modern resilience!
Get ready for an unforgettable learning experience designed to sharpen and expand your network. At this immersive training event, you'll learn directly from world-renowned SANS instructors, participate in interactive workshops, and connect with fellow professionals who share your passion for cybersecurity excellence. From dynamic hands-on sessions to exclusive evening receptions, this is your all-access pass to personal and professional growth.
AI, ransomware, and Living Off The Land (LOTL) attacks are reshaping the cyber battlefield—and critical infrastructure is now ground zero. Adversaries know our PLCs, industrial protocols, and safety systems, turning legitimate tools into weapons that can disrupt real-world processes.
To fight back, defenders need ICS-specific visibility, detection, and response powered by both human expertise and AI-driven analytics.
The ICS Solutions Track 2026 in June, chaired by Principal Instructor author, Dean Parsons, brings this defense to life with live on-screen demos, and case studies mapped to the SANS Five ICS/OT Cybersecurity Critical Controls and other industry frameworks.
Top ICS/OT vendors will showcase cutting-edge tools for anomaly detection, ransomware containment, and engineering-aware industrial ICS/OT incident response—proving how defenders can protect the systems that make, move, and power our world.
Join us for the exclusive release of the 10th annual SANS SOC Survey — the definitive global benchmark on how Security Operations Centers are evolving in a rapidly shifting cyber threat landscape.
Now celebrating a decade of research, the 2026 SOC Survey offers unparalleled insights into how organizations are building, managing, and modernizing their cyber defense capabilities across industries and geographies.
Whether you're leading a SOC, evaluating tools, or building your security team, this event will equip you with the latest data, trends, and expert analysis to guide your next move.
What You’ll Learn
- Key global trends in SOC structure, outsourcing, and operations
- How organizations are integrating AI and machine learning into detection and response workflows
- Top challenges facing SOC teams—from alert fatigue to staffing gaps
- Satisfaction levels with current toolsets and where teams are investing next
- Hiring, retention, and workforce composition benchmarks
- Budget priorities and planned changes for 2026 and beyond
- Practical takeaways for measuring, maturing, or modernizing your SOC
Why Register? By registering, you’ll gain:
- Actionable benchmarks to measure your organization against industry peers.
- Practical strategies you can take back to your team immediately.
Unlock Your Cybersecurity Potential in Austin
Join an energizing and focused event that blends deep technical learning with meaningful connections. Whether you're new to cybersecurity or leveling up your expertise, this event gives you face time with top-tier instructors and peers from across the industry. Add hands-on labs, interactive receptions, and bonus networking opportunities, and you have a transformative week that goes far beyond the classroom.
Explore a course catalog tailored for ambitious professionals, covering everything from foundational frameworks to the latest in security innovation. Dive into topics like:
- Hacker Tools, Techniques, and Incident Handling
- Security Leadership Essentials for Managers
- Cloud Native Security and DevSecOps Automation
- Network Monitoring and Threat Detection In-Depth
…and more.
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.