Emerging technologies offer the promise of better, faster, cheaper processing and problem solving, but they also bring the possibility of bias, security breaches and new privacy issues. Most agencies are experimenting on a small scale and testing out standards on privacy and security. Workforce also has been a concern as emerging tech matures—both to ensure displaced workers are reskilled and to make certain the job classifications are a...

Fending off cyber threats and preserving cybersecurity has never been more challenging. Among federal, state and local executives, cybersecurity consistently tops the list of concerns that keep them up at night. Attack surfaces are larger; the universe of bad actors seeking to breach security is expanding; techniques for exploiting vulnerabilities are more sophisticated; and in a digitally transformed environment, the stakes are higher, as wel...

As agencies follow the administration's IT Modernization guidance and move more of their systems to the cloud, it's essential to protect the data from a host of evolving threats. There are a number of programs to help with the journey, however. The FedRAMP program is an important part of any agency’s cloud strategy, and it is providing a path and structure to the move by certifying cloud services providers so agencies have a trusted list...

It is an exciting time to work in the cyber security industry! The landscape is constantly changing, and it is essential to build the vital skills you need to more effectively combat the growing wave of breaches and cyber-attacks. Join us in New Orleans for SANS Security East 2020, and choose from over 20 cutting-edge cyber security courses. This exceptional event gives you the opportunity to learn new aspects of information security from indu...

SANS training goes beyond theory, incorporating real-world examples and practical techniques you can apply directly to your work. At SANS Las Vegas 2020 (January 27-February 1), get the training you need to excel in this rapidly evolving industry. Whichever course you select, SANS promises that you will be able to use what you learn as soon as you return to your office. SANS instructors are passionate about the subjects they teach and are dedi...

SANS is recognized around the world as the best place to develop the deep, hands-on cyber security skills most needed right now. Join us for SANS San Francisco East Bay 2020 (January 27-February 1) for immersion training that will provide you with the skills to defend your organization against security breaches and prevent future attacks. Our mission at SANS is to deliver cutting-edge information security knowledge and skills to all students i...

Join us for SANS Anaheim 2020 (January 20-25), and learn vital skills to protect your organization from the latest cyber-attacks. SANS helps you stay ahead of the curve by providing unique, hands-on immersion training you can implement the day you return to work. Register today, and see firsthand why SANS is the most trusted source for information security training in the world. Cyber Security Courses Available at SANS Anaheim 2020: SEC401: Se...

As cyber security threats change daily and attacks become more aggressive, SANS helps you stay ahead of the curve by providing unique, hands-on immersion training you can implement the day you return to work. At SANS Miami 2020 (January 13-18), industry leaders will teach you new skills to help you better anticipate security risks and quickly mitigate them. Don't miss this opportunity to learn from the best, and gain knowledge you can put to w...

There are many layers to cyber security, but the most critical layer is you. Time and again, the difference between success and failure is not a product or a service; it is having the right people in the right places. Since information security is continually evolving, success requires committing to a career of learning, from the fundamentals to advanced techniques. To put you firmly on that learning path, please join us at SANS Austin Winter...

Join us December 10-17 in Washington, DC for our final live event of the year: SANS Cyber Defense Initiative® 2019! This must-attend event features 35+ top-notch cyber security courses taught by real-world practitioners, plus four types of NetWars! Take advantage of this opportunity to learn new aspects of information security from industry experts and improve your organization’s security posture with practical skills you can impleme...