Artificial intelligence is transforming how security teams detect threats, automate response, and make critical decisions—but effective adoption requires more than just powerful tools. This Solutions Track session explores real-world approaches to applying AI in cybersecurity programs, focusing on how to move from theory to measurable impact. The discussion will highlight proven methods for integrating AI into existing workflows, improvi...

Discover how to effectively incorporate AI and machine learning into your SOC detection engineering workflows. SANS Senior Instructor, Christopher, Crowley, will break down practical approaches to staffing, process design, and technology integration that help teams move from theory to operational impact. Learn how to “shape and make” AI/ML enhanced detections that strengthen your defensive posture. And stick around for a surprise b...

Discover how to effectively incorporate AI and machine learning into your SOC detection engineering workflows. SANS Senior Instructor, Christopher, Crowley, will break down practical approaches to staffing, process design, and technology integration that help teams move from theory to operational impact. Learn how to “shape and make” AI/ML enhanced detections that strengthen your defensive posture. And stick around for a surprise b...

AI, ransomware, and Living Off The Land (LOTL) attacks are reshaping the cyber battlefield—and critical infrastructure is now ground zero. Adversaries know our PLCs, industrial protocols, and safety systems, turning legitimate tools into weapons that can disrupt real-world processes. To fight back, defenders need ICS-specific visibility, detection, and response powered by both human expertise and AI-driven analytics. The ICS Solutions Tr...

Join us for the exclusive release of the 10th annual SANS SOC Survey — the definitive global benchmark on how Security Operations Centers are evolving in a rapidly shifting cyber threat landscape. Now celebrating a decade of research, the 2026 SOC Survey offers unparalleled insights into how organizations are building, managing, and modernizing their cyber defense capabilities across industries and geographies. Whether you're leading a S...

Four years after the public debut of ChatGPT, the cybersecurity landscape has entered a new phase—where AI is no longer just a tool, but a battleground. The 2026 SANS AI Research Survey explores this unprecedented duality: the same generative AI technologies empowering defenders are equally leveraged by attackers. Security teams are now tasked with using AI to secure systems while simultaneously defending against AI-driven threats. In th...

Threat hunting is no longer just a niche skill—it’s a critical pillar of modern defense. Now in its second decade, the 2026 SANS Threat Hunting Survey delivers a comprehensive, vendor-neutral look at how organizations around the world are adapting their hunting strategies to match the speed, complexity, and stealth of today’s threats. This year’s report explores the maturation of threat hunting in the face of faster, st...

Cloud sprawl, misconfigurations, shadow IT, third-party risk, and identity-driven threats—exposure management is now a defining challenge in cybersecurity. As digital environments expand, so does the complexity of defending them. The 2026 SANS Exposure Management Survey explores how organizations are tackling this challenge. Join us for a webcast unveiling key findings from this global survey of cybersecurity leaders and practitioners. Y...

Cloud security is no longer optional—it's a moving target. As organizations accelerate multi-cloud adoption, they face growing complexity, evolving threats, and rising expectations around compliance, visibility, and control. The 2026 SANS Cloud Security Research Survey brings together insights from security leaders and practitioners worldwide. This year’s study examines the current state of cloud security, highlighting key challeng...

As industrial environments become more connected and threats more advanced, the challenge of securing ICS and OT systems grows more urgent. How are asset owners responding—and where are the biggest gaps? Join us to discuss insights from SANS 9th annual State of ICS/OT Security Survey. This trusted industry research captures how organizations across sectors are evolving their industrial cybersecurity strategies in response to regulatory p...