SEC504: Hacker Tools, Techniques, and Incident Handling
SEC504Offensive Operations
SANS Network Security 2025
- Mon, Sep 22 - Sat, Sep 27, 2025
- 55 Courses
- 1 Tournament
- English
Caesars Palace & Virtual (PT)
3570 Las Vegas Blvd South, Las Vegas, NV 89109
Event Highlights
Keynote: Vulnerability Chaining - An Exploration into Mapping Vulnerabilities for Effective Vulnerability Management
Nikki Robinson, Dsc, PHD will present an in-person talk on vulnerability chaining identification and remediation to create a holistic and effective vulnerability management program.
NetWars Tournament
Put your skills to the test in an adrenaline-pumping competition! Join your classmates in this exclusive challenge included free with your course registration.
SANS Community Night: Find Your People
Once SANS Alumni, Always SANS Alumni. Step into the ultimate cybersecurity gathering where your community awaits! Whether it’s your first SANS event or a return to your roots, Community Night is your chance to connect, celebrate, and grow with the industry’s brightest minds. Enjoy an evening filled with networking, bites, beverages, exciting giveaways, and thought-provoking discussions. This isn’t just an event—it’s your gateway to meaningful connections and shared passion with the support of a thriving cybersecurity family. #FindYourPeople
Advanced Incident Response, Threat Hunting, and Digital Forensics
FOR508Digital Forensics and Incident Response
- GIAC Certified Forensic Analyst
- 6 Days
- 36 CPEs
- Eric Zimmerman
- Starts 22 Sep 2025 at 8:30 AM PT
- $8,780 USD (Course)
- $999 USD (Certification)
- *Prices exclude applicable local taxes
Heather Barnhart
Senior Director of Community EngagementHeather has 20+ years of experience working with government agencies, defense contractors, law enforcement, and Fortune 500 companies. Her case experience ranges from fraud, crimes against children, counter-terrorism, and homicide investigations.
Welcome Reception
Kick off your week of world-class cybersecurity training at the Welcome Reception! This is your chance to connect face-to-face with fellow practitioners, industry experts, and SANS Faculty in a relaxed, open-air setting. Enjoy delicious bites and a selection of beverages —adult and otherwise —as you ease into an exciting week of learning and networking.
In-Person
Featured Keynote: Vulnerability Chaining - An Exploration into Mapping Vulnerabilities for Effective Vulnerability Management
Vulnerability chaining is the combination of low and medium vulnerabilities to create critical attacks. Due to the massive backlog and sheer volume of vulnerabilities that exist today, it is difficult to remediate every vulnerability across an organization. Come learn about vulnerability chaining identification and remediation to create a holistic and effective vulnerability management program.
In-Person
Solutions Expo + Curriculum Fair
Mark Your Calendars, Cyber Warriors!
Don't miss this exclusive opportunity to dive into the cutting edge of cybersecurity training and technology. The Solutions Expo + Curriculum Fair is your front-row seat to new course previews, hands-on demos, expert interviews, and one-on-one time with SANS Faculty. Whether you're looking to level up your skills or explore the latest innovations, this immersive experience is not to be missed—available for one day only!
In-Person
AlumNight: Welcome to the SANS Community
Whether you're new to SANS or a seasoned alum, you're invited to celebrate the vibrant community that makes SANS training exceptional. Join us for AlumNight, an evening of networking, connection, and camaraderie with fellow in-person students and cybersecurity professionals. Light bites and refreshing beverages will be provided—raise a glass and toast to your cyber journey, past, present, and future.
In-Person
AlumNight Workshop, Powered By DFIR: From Smartphones to Intelligent Phones: How Mobile Devices Are Constantly Changing In The Wake Of AI
Our smartphones have been utilizing machine learning for years to make the everyday tasks we take for granted easier and more efficient. As we continue to see advancements in photo editing, virtual assistance, language translation and improved search capabilities, we will be forced to investigate artifacts that often blur the line when it comes to attribution.
In-Person
Villages: Speed Run CTF | Web Workshops | Intro to CTFs
Join SANS in this exciting opportunity to hone your skills in a village setting with your peers. We’ve planned an exciting multifaceted engagement to take place over the course of our day. Take part in any one or all parts of our SANS Villages!
In-Person
Tournament: Core NetWars
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 Core NetWars: The most comprehensive of the NetWars ranges, this ultimate multi-disciplinary cyber range powers up the most diverse cyber skills. This range is ideal for advancing your cybersecurity prowess in today's dynamic threat landscape. The winning team and the top five solo players from every Core NetWars tournament throughout the year are offered a chance to compete in the annual SANS Core NetWars Tournament of Champions.
In-Person
Tournament: Core NetWars
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 Core NetWars: The most comprehensive of the NetWars ranges, this ultimate multi-disciplinary cyber range powers up the most diverse cyber skills. This range is ideal for advancing your cybersecurity prowess in today's dynamic threat landscape. The winning team and the top five solo players from every Core NetWars tournament throughout the year are offered a chance to compete in the annual SANS Core NetWars Tournament of Champions.
In-Person
Caesars Palace
A special discounted rate of $214.00 S/D plus applicable taxes will be honored based on space availability. There is a daily resort fee of $39.00 per room, per night, plus applicable state and local tax. Resort fee includes unlimited local phone calls (no long distance or international calls), two guest admissions per day to the Fitness Center (does not include use of the spa), in-room internet access to include two devices per room per day (property-wide and inter-property roaming available at that property for an additional fee)
A limited number of Government Per Diem rooms at the prevailing rate, plus a daily resort fee of $10.00 per night, are available with proper ID.
These rates are only available through Friday, August 29, 2025.
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