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SANS Rockville 2026

  • Mon, Feb 2 - Sat, Feb 7, 2026
  • 20 Courses
  • 1 Tournament
  • English
Hilton Washington DC/Rockville Hotel & Executive Meeting Ctr & Virtual (ET)
1750 Rockville Pike, Rockville, MD 20852-1699
Rockville, City Center
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Unlock Your Cybersecurity Potential in Rockville

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.

SANS Live Training

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. 

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Network Monitoring and Threat Detection In-Depth

Intermediate
SEC503Cyber Defense
SEC503: Network Monitoring and Threat Detection In-Depth
  • GIAC Certified Intrusion Analyst
  • 6 Days
  • 46 CPEs
  • Andrew Laman
  • Starts 2 Feb 2026 at 8:30 AM ET
  • $8,780 USD (Course)
  • $999 USD (Certification)
  • *Prices exclude applicable local taxes

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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
  • Ted Demopoulos
  • Starts 2 Feb 2026 at 8:30 AM ET
  • $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
  • Starts 2 Feb 2026 at 8:30 AM ET
  • $8,780 USD (Course)
  • $999 USD (Certification)
  • *Prices exclude applicable local taxes

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Web App Penetration Testing and Ethical Hacking

Intermediate
SEC542Offensive Operations
SEC542: Web App Penetration Testing and Ethical Hacking
  • GIAC Web Application Penetration Tester
  • 6 Days
  • 36 CPEs
  • Starts 2 Feb 2026 at 8:30 AM ET
  • $8,780 USD (Course)
  • $999 USD (Certification)
  • *Prices exclude applicable local taxes

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Network Penetration Testing and Ethical Hacking

Intermediate
SEC560Offensive Operations
SEC560: Enterprise Penetration Testing
  • GIAC Penetration Tester
  • 6 Days
  • 36 CPEs
  • Starts 2 Feb 2026 at 8:30 AM ET
  • $8,780 USD (Course)
  • $999 USD (Certification)
  • *Prices exclude applicable local taxes

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Reverse-Engineering Malware: Malware Analysis Tools and Techniques

Advanced
FOR610Digital Forensics and Incident Response
FOR610: Reverse-Engineering Malware: Malware Analysis Tools and Techniques
  • GIAC Reverse Engineering Malware
  • 6 Days
  • 36 CPEs
  • Starts 2 Feb 2026 at 8:30 AM ET
  • $8,780 USD (Course)
  • $999 USD (Certification)
  • *Prices exclude applicable local taxes

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Advanced Penetration Testing, Exploit Writing, and Ethical Hacking

Advanced
SEC660Offensive Operations
SEC660: Advanced Penetration Testing, Exploit Writing, and Ethical Hacking
  • GIAC Exploit Researcher and Advanced Penetration Tester
  • 6 Days
  • 46 CPEs
  • Starts 2 Feb 2026 at 8:30 AM ET
  • $8,780 USD (Course)
  • $999 USD (Certification)
  • *Prices exclude applicable local taxes

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Windows Forensic Analysis

Essentials
FOR500Digital Forensics and Incident Response
FOR500: Windows Forensic Analysis
  • GIAC Certified Forensic Examiner
  • 6 Days
  • 36 CPEs
  • Starts 2 Feb 2026 at 8:30 AM ET
  • $8,780 USD (Course)
  • $999 USD (Certification)
  • *Prices exclude applicable local taxes

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Automating Information Security with Python

Advanced
SEC573Cyber Defense
SEC573: Automating Information Security with Python
  • GIAC Python Coder
  • 6 Days
  • 36 CPEs
  • Joshua Barone
  • Starts 2 Feb 2026 at 8:30 AM ET
  • $8,780 USD (Course)
  • $999 USD (Certification)
  • *Prices exclude applicable local taxes

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Hilton Washington DC/Rockville Hotel & Executive Meeting Ctr

Hotel Special Rates & Reservations

A special discounted rate of $165.00 S/D plus applicable taxes will be honored based on space availability. The group rate is lower than the Government Per Diem rate. Should the Government Per Diem rate fall below the group rate, a limited amount of rooms will be made available at the prevailing Government Per Diem rate.

These rates include Internet in your room and are only available through Tuesday, January 13, 2026.

SANS attendees will receive a discounted parking rate of $20 per overnight or $6 per day for daily drive-ins.

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Rockville, Hilton

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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Hilton Washington DC/Rockville Hotel & Executive Meeting Ctr

Experience the perfect blend of business convenience and urban access. Located directly across from the Twinbrook Metro Station, the Hilton Executive Meeting Center offers direct access to downtown Washington, DC in just 30 minutes. It is also close to major corporate offices, including the FDA, Lockheed Martin, IBM, and iHeartRadio. On-site amenities include a full-service restaurant, bar, café, and a fitness center.

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Venue Parking Details

- Self-Parking: $30.00 daily - Valet Parking: Unavailable 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 Airports - Reagan Washington Airport (DCA): Approximately 23.1 miles - Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD): Approximately 28 miles

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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.

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