SEC504: Hacker Tools, Techniques, and Incident Handling

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Contact UsIndustrial environments are under constant threat and defending them requires more than traditional IT security measures. SANS Houston 2025: Mission Critical OT Training (November 3-8, CT) is for professionals securing operational technology (OT), industrial control systems (ICS), and the technology that keeps our world running.
Join the global leaders in ICS/OT cybersecurity for a week of hands-on, practitioner-led training that sharpens your technical skills, deepens your operational awareness, and prepares you to defend against the real-world threats targeting industrial operations.
Whether you’re securing industrial operations in oil and gas, electric, manufacturing, transportation, water, or beyond, the challenges are real — and growing. This event delivers practical, hands-on training grounded in the realities of both critical infrastructure and industrial environments that may not be regulated, but are no less essential.
This is not just another cybersecurity event. It’s a focused experience designed for defenders of industrial operations:
Whether you're an engineer, analyst, operator, or OT cybersecurity leader, SANS Houston 2025 will equip you with the tools and confidence to secure what matters most.
Courses are available In-Person in Houston, TX or Live Online during this event. Register now to reserve your seat at SANS Houston 2025: Mission Critical OT Training. Seats fill quickly — especially for in-person courses featuring cyber-physical equipment labs.
SANS creates a one-of-a-kind learning experience providing world-class training and fascinating opportunities to network and gain new perspectives from your peers!
The instruction at SANS is top-notch. I have been to several SANS training courses and they never disappoint. The instructors bring real life experiences and show the students how the material can be applied.
The labs are giving me a chance to see the course content first hand and interact with it. It's doing a good job of letting me play with it and really seeing how the tools and methodologies work.
SANS training keeps individuals up-to-date with relevant cyber security information. I can now apply the skills learned towards further maturing my program.
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Jason D. Christopher has significantly influenced national cybersecurity policies through his leadership in developing the NERC Critical Infrastructure Protection standards and the U.S. Department of Energy's Cybersecurity Capability Maturity Model.
Learn moreTim serves as the Technical Director of ICS and SCADA programs at SANS, and he is responsible for developing, reviewing, and implementing technical components of the SANS ICS and SCADA product offerings.
Learn moreJason Dely brings over 20 years of experience and a diverse industrial control system background to SANS and the industrial control system (ICS) community.
Learn moreDean Parsons, CEO of ICS Defense Force, has established comprehensive ICS security programs and leading industrial-grade incident responses across sectors like telecommunications and energy. He wrote the pivotal SANS ICS Cybersecurity Field Manuals.
Learn moreChris Pizor spent years in the U.S. Air Force protecting its network, studying hackers and plying his skills in intelligence and information security. Now he’s sharing his expertise in cybersecurity with SANS students.
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Registration: All students who register for a 4–6 day course will be eligible to play NetWars for free. Registration for this event will be through your SANS Account Dashboard the week of the event.
About ICS NetWars: Focused on factory machinery operations, this experience brings players onto the factory floor, exposing them to the challenges of detecting and defending physical equipment and manufacturing components from cyberattacks.
Registration: All students who register for a 4–6 day course will be eligible to play NetWars for free. Registration for this event will be through your SANS Account Dashboard the week of the event.
About ICS NetWars: Focused on factory machinery operations, this experience brings players onto the factory floor, exposing them to the challenges of detecting and defending physical equipment and manufacturing components from cyberattacks.
A special discounted rate of $149.00 S/D plus applicable taxes will be honored based on space availability.
A limited number of Government Per Diem rooms at the prevailing rate are available with proper ID.
These rates include Internet in your room and are only available through Friday, October 10, 2025.
*Note: rate displayed on landing page is inclusive of 0.70% mandatory charge per stay.
SANS attendees will receive a discounted self-parking rate of $15.00/day plus tax and a discounted valet parking rate of $20/day plus tax. Both include in-and-out privileges.
Eliminate the hassle of daily commutes and wasted travel time. You’ll have everything you need—from your training to dining and amenities - all in one centralized, convenient location.
Stay where the action is! Maximize your chances to connect with fellow cybersecurity professionals and industry leaders - from impromptu conversations in the lobby to exclusive after-hours events.
SANS live training events include bonus sessions exclusively at the venue. Staying on-site ensures you won’t miss these opportunities to grow your network and engage with peers beyond the conference agenda.
Nestled in uptown Houston, this hotel is next to the Galleria mall and steps from local dining. I-610 access puts us within nine miles of Hermann Park, home to Houston Museum of Natural Science and the downtown area. Soak up the sun on the outdoor pool deck and enjoy a modern fitness center and a complimentary DoubleTree welcome cookie.
- Self-Parking: $32.00 daily - Valet Parking: $46.00 daily Rates listed are prevailing and subject to change. Alternative Parking Options SANS recommends researching nearby parking facilities for more options. Some popular parking apps that can help you locate and reserve space during your training are SpotHero, ParkMobile, and ParkWhiz. Distances from Nearby Airport Houston Intercontinental Airport (IAH): Approximately 23 miles
Unlock Hilton Gold Status with staying 8 nights in a 90-day period. Did you know by staying just 8 nights in a 90-day period with Hilton, you can status match your current loyalty program to Hilton Gold Status? Hilton Gold Status provides exclusive perks such as a daily food and beverage credit, premium internet access, potential room upgrades based on availability, and many more benefits.
The discount ranges from 1% - 10% depending on the origin airport. When making the flight reservation, use the code - 'ZQ33173387'. Please Note: This discount applies to flights with United Airlines and other codeshare airlines and does not apply to basic economy fares. Call the United Meetings Reservation Desk at (800) 426-1122 for booking assistance.
Delta Air Lines is pleased to offer special flight discounts for SANS Institute customers! Depending on fare type, domestic discounts range from 2- 10%. Use Meeting Event Code 'NM47F' during booking. You may also call Delta Meeting Network® at 1.800.328.1111* Monday-Friday, 8:00 a.m.- 6:30 p.m. (EST) *Please note there is not a service fee for reservations booked and ticketed via the reservation 800 number. Discounts valid on Delta and applicable Codeshare flights.