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SANS San Antonio 2025

  • Mon, Aug 4 - Sat, Aug 9, 2025
  • 15 Courses
  • 1 Tournament
  • English
Marriott San Antonio Airport & Virtual (CT)
77 NE Interstate 410 Loop, San Antonio, TX 78216
San Antonio, Old Building
Early Bird Offer

Save 300 USD using the code "EarlyBirdNA" and pay for any 4-6 day course (excluding Beta Courses) by July 1, 2025.

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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 4 Aug 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
  • Ron Hamann
  • Starts 4 Aug 2025 at 8:30 AM CT
  • $8,780 USD (Course)
  • $999 USD (Certification)
  • *Prices exclude applicable local taxes

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Advanced Incident Response, Threat Hunting, and Digital Forensics

Intermediate
FOR508Digital Forensics and Incident Response
FOR508: Advanced Incident Response, Threat Hunting, and Digital Forensics
  • GIAC Certified Forensic Analyst
  • 6 Days
  • 36 CPEs
  • Marcus Guevara
  • Starts 4 Aug 2025 at 8:30 AM CT
  • $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
  • Timothy McKenzie
  • Starts 4 Aug 2025 at 8:30 AM CT
  • $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
  • Jon Gorenflo
  • Starts 4 Aug 2025 at 8:30 AM CT
  • $8,780 USD (Course)
  • $999 USD (Certification)
  • *Prices exclude applicable local taxes

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Implementing and Auditing CIS Controls

Intermediate
SEC566Cybersecurity Leadership
LDR553: Cyber Incident Management
  • GIAC Critical Controls Certification
  • 5 Days
  • 30 CPEs
  • Matt Nappi
  • Starts 4 Aug 2025 at 8:30 AM CT
  • $7,650 USD (Course)
  • $999 USD (Certification)
  • *Prices exclude applicable local taxes

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Introduction to Cyber Security

Beginner
SEC301Cyber Defense
SEC673: Advanced Information Security Automation with Python
  • GIAC Information Security Fundamentals
  • 5 Days
  • 30 CPEs
  • Sean Thomas
  • Starts 4 Aug 2025 at 8:30 AM CT
  • $7,650 USD (Course)
  • $999 USD (Certification)
  • *Prices exclude applicable local taxes

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ICS/SCADA Security Essentials

Essentials
ICS410Industrial Control Systems Security
ICS410: ICS/SCADA Security Essentials
  • Global Industrial Cyber Security Professional
  • 6 Days
  • 36 CPEs
  • Don C. Weber
  • Starts 4 Aug 2025 at 8:30 AM CT
  • $9,230 USD (Course)
  • $999 USD (Certification)
  • *Prices exclude applicable local taxes

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Cybersecurity Engineering: Advanced Threat Detection and Monitoring

Intermediate
SEC511Cyber Defense
SEC511: Continuous Monitoring and Security Operations
  • GIAC Continuous Monitoring Certification
  • 6 Days
  • 46 CPEs
  • Tim Garcia
  • Starts 4 Aug 2025 at 8:30 AM CT
  • $8,780 USD (Course)
  • $999 USD (Certification)
  • *Prices exclude applicable local taxes

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Bonus Session

Engage in extra learning and activities during SANS events.

NetWars Tournaments

Hands-on competitions to test and sharpen your cybersecurity skills.

Keynotes & Talks

Learn from industry leaders sharing key security insights.

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SANS San Antonio 2025 Welcome Reception

Kick off your SANS San Antonio 2025 experience at the Welcome Reception. Be part of this kickoff event and join the industry’s most powerful gathering of cybersecurity professionals. Share stories, make connections, and learn how to make the most of your week in San Antonio, TX. Come join your instructors and fellow students for a fun, relaxed evening. Beverages (adult and otherwise) and small bites will be included.

06:30PM - 08:00PM CST
In-Person

SANS@Night: Information Security and LLMs

Large Language Models (LLMs) such as ChatGPT, Claude, and Grok have become very powerful. This talk is full of live demonstrations of the kinds of things information security professionals can do with the LLMs. Examples include analyzing and manipulating shell code, writing exfiltration code, analyzing logs, and more.

06:00PM - 07:00PM CST
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.

06:30PM - 09:30PM CST
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.

06:30PM - 09:30PM CST
In-Person

Marriott San Antonio Airport

Hotel Special Rates & Reservations

A special discounted rate of $137.00 S/D plus applicable taxes will be honored based on space availability.

The group rate is equal to the Government Per Diem rate.

This rate includes Internet in your room and is only available through Friday, July 18, 2025.

San Antonio, Marriott San Antonio Airport

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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