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SANS Huntsville 2025

  • Mon, Jul 28 - Sat, Aug 2, 2025
  • 8 Courses
  • English
Huntsville Marriott at the Space & Rocket Center & Virtual (CT)
5 Tranquility Base, Huntsville, AL 35805
Huntsville, Large Building
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Elevate Your Skills. Redefine the Cyber Game.

This isn’t just another training — it’s where future leaders are forged. Engage with elite faculty, experience cutting-edge content firsthand, and connect with a community of cyber professionals eager to rise. With bonus events like workshops, receptions, and curated networking sessions, you’ll walk away with more than knowledge — you'll walk away empowered.

SANS Live Training

Innovative Courses, Industry-Leading Instructors

Explore a course catalog tailored for ambitious professionals, covering everything from foundational frameworks to the latest in security innovation. Dive into topics like:

  • Core cyber skills
  • Security strategy and operations
  • CIS control implementation and auditing
  • Culture-building for secure organizations

…and more.

This intimate, high-impact event lets you learn in a focused environment, build lifelong connections, and gain real-world insights you can apply immediately.

Your evolution begins here. Join SANS and transform your future.

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Enjoy Free Lunch & Commuter Parking Everday During Your Training Week

When you train in-person at SANS Huntsville 2025, you get extra perks. Onsite parking is free for commuters, and lunch for all attendees is on us throughout the week.

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GIAC Certification Exam Attempt

2 Free practice tests when you add a certification exam attempt to your course. Available for select courses below.

OnDemand Access

Add 4 months of OnDemand access to your course purchase. Only available for courses with an OnDemand option.

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Security Essentials: Network, Endpoint, and Cloud

Essentials
SEC401Cyber Defense
SEC401: Security Essentials - Network, Endpoint, and Cloud
  • GIAC Security Essentials
  • 6 Days
  • 46 CPEs
  • Doc Blackburn
  • Starts 28 Jul 2025 at 8:30 AM CT
  • $8,780 USD (Course)
  • $999 USD (Certification)
  • *Prices exclude applicable local taxes

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Hacker Tools, Techniques, and Incident Handling

Essentials
SEC504Offensive Operations
SEC504: Hacker Tools, Techniques, and Incident Handling
  • GIAC Certified Incident Handler
  • 6 Days
  • 38 CPEs
  • Chris Pizor
  • Starts 28 Jul 2025 at 8:30 AM CT
  • $8,780 USD (Course)
  • $999 USD (Certification)
  • *Prices exclude applicable local taxes

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Advanced Security Essentials - Enterprise Defender

Intermediate
SEC501Cyber Defense
SEC501: Advanced Security Essentials - Enterprise Defender
  • GIAC Certified Enterprise Defender
  • 6 Days
  • 38 CPEs
  • Ross Bergman
  • Starts 28 Jul 2025 at 8:30 AM CT
  • $8,780 USD (Course)
  • $999 USD (Certification)
  • *Prices exclude applicable local taxes

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ICS Visibility, Detection, and Response

Intermediate
ICS515Industrial Control Systems Security
ICS515: ICS Visibility, Detection, and Response
  • GIAC Response and Industrial Defense
  • 6 Days
  • 36 CPEs
  • Mark Bristow
  • Starts 28 Jul 2025 at 8:30 AM CT
  • $9,230 USD (Course)
  • $999 USD (Certification)
  • *Prices exclude applicable local taxes

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Defensible Security Architecture and Engineering

Intermediate
SEC530Cyber Defense
SEC530: Defensible Security Architecture and Engineering: Implementing Zero Trust for the Hybrid Enterprise
  • GIAC Defensible Security Architecture
  • 6 Days
  • 36 CPEs
  • Greg Scheidel
  • Starts 28 Jul 2025 at 8:30 AM CT
  • $8,780 USD (Course)
  • $999 USD (Certification)
  • *Prices exclude applicable local taxes

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Practical Open-Source Intelligence (OSINT)

Intermediate
SEC497Cyber Defense
SEC497: Practical Open-Source Intelligence (OSINT)
  • GIAC Open Source Intelligence
  • 6 Days
  • 36 CPEs
  • Matt Edmondson
  • Starts 28 Jul 2025 at 8:30 AM CT
  • $8,780 USD (Course)
  • $999 USD (Certification)
  • *Prices exclude applicable local taxes

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Security Leadership Essentials for Managers (LDR)

Intermediate
LDR512Cybersecurity Leadership
LDR512: Security Leadership Essentials for Managers
  • GIAC Security Leadership
  • 5 Days
  • 30 CPEs
  • Kenton Smith
  • Starts 28 Jul 2025 at 8:30 AM CT
  • $8,260 USD (Course)
  • $999 USD (Certification)
  • *Prices exclude applicable local taxes

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Featured Instructors

Ross Bergman

Ross Bergman

After a malicious attack in his lab, Ross pivoted from neuroscience to cybersecurity, driven by a passion for safeguarding digital assets. He has dedicated over three decades to fortifying enterprise defenses and mentoring future cyber leaders.

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Doc Blackburn

Doc Blackburn

Owner & CEO

Doc Blackburn has IT experience spanning four decades in application and software design and administration, server and network administration, cloud services, and website development, along with security and compliance management.

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Mark Bristow

Certified Instructor

Mark Bristow was born to work in information security as he found his first bug in an ICS system at the age of 10. As a teen, he had a passion for technology and spent a lot of time exploring the possibilities of his computer and the nascent internet.

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Matt Edmondson

Matt Edmondson

Founder

Matt Edmondson has revolutionized open-source intelligence by operationalizing OSINT for federal law enforcement and Fortune 100 firms, spearheading dark web investigations that contributed to major cybercrime takedowns like Genesis Market.

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Chris Pizor

Chris Pizor

Curriculum Lead

Chris 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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Kenton Smith

Associate Instructor

Kenton is a well-respected cybersecurity consultant and thought leader based in Calgary, Canada. To every SANS class, Kenton brings more than 25 years of hands-on and management experience in a wide range of industries from hi-tech to critical infrastructure.

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SANS Huntsville 2025 Breakfast Networking Reception

Please join us for an In-Person Networking Breakfast. Share stories, make connections, and learn how to make the most of your week in Huntsville, AL. Complimentary coffee and breakfast items to be provided.

07:30AM - 09:00AM
In-Person

SANS@Night: How I've Changed the Way I Use AI in 2025

I've been a heavy user of AI since the beginning, but the way that I use AI has recently shifted. In this fast-paced, fun talk, we'll cover the top ways that I've improved my efficiency and productivity by changing the way I interact with AI so far in 2025.

06:00PM - 07:00PM

Presented by

Matt Edmondson

Senior Instructor

Matt Edmondson
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Huntsville Marriott at the Space & Rocket Center

Hotel Special Rates & Reservations

A special discounted rate of $155.00 S/D plus applicable taxes will be honored based on space availability.

The group rate is lower than the Government Per Diem rate. These rates include Internet in your room and are only available through Monday, July 7, 2025.

Attendees who book in the SANS room block will receive a 50% discount on the overnight parking rate.

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3 Reasons To Stay At The Event Venue

  • Ultimate Convenience

    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.

  • Seamless Networking Opportunities

    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.

  • All Day, All Event Access

    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.

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Travel Information

Huntsville Marriott at the Space & Rocket Center

Whether visiting the awe-inspiring U.S. Space & Rocket Center Museum, Space Camp, Davidson Center or NASA Training Facility (this is the only Hotel on the property), Redstone Arsenal and Marshall Space Flight Center (just next door) or the close-by Cummings Research Park, the Huntsville Marriott has long been the logical, first choice of savvy travelers preferring a full-service hotel. The sparkling new Great Room provides food, beverage and gathering places for colleagues and families. Add an additional restaurant plus In-Room Dining and you're sure to enjoy your favorite food in a comfortable setting. Enjoy peaceful rest in rooms and suites featuring down-filled duvets and pillows. Guests stay fit in the outdoor heated pool while praising the large fitness center. The renowned Bridge Street Towne Center attracts shoppers from near and far. Other nearby attractions include the 112-acre Botanical Garden, Von Braun Center, EarlyWorks Museums and Huntsville Museum of Art.

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Venue Parking Details

- Overnight Self-Parking: $12.00 daily Rate listed is 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 - Huntsville International Airport (HSV): Approximately 9.7 miles

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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.

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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.

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