The idea of DevOps, the term the industry had initially decided on for the work between the Application and Operations teams, was coined 15 years ago. To give perspective, the iPhone 3GS came out that year. If we think of what we had to work with in 2009, we now know in hindsight that we have better options, solutions, software, and patterns. We have an iPhone 15; we no longer have BlackBerry OS or Nokia. Windows 8.1? I hope not. Here are a fe...

In its fifth year, SANS Cyber Solutions Fest aims to brings together an ensemble of security professionals, solution providers, gurus and experts ready to share knowledge about the latest developments and innovative technologies in the cybersecurity industry. Join the attack surface & vulnerability management track to hear from chairperson Matt Bromiley and a host of leading cyber security experts as they walk through specific use cases an...

Today, most security professionals are actively architecting and implementing cloud security controls across SaaS, PaaS, and IaaS environments. We’ve learned that what once worked on-premises may not work quite the same in the cloud, and a wide range of new and innovative security platforms and services have emerged and evolved in recent years to address critical cloud security use cases and categories, including: Cloud security monitori...

Is it really over when you are hacked? Or is it only over when our adversary has secured their impact and actions on objective? Perimeters are bound to be broken, but our game-over" scenarios should still be defended. We need to not only protect our inside, but carefully define what exactly are we defending? What has the highest impact on our organization, and from there on carefully architect our defenses to ensure we can always survive, even...

Join this webcast to explore SANS and GIAC's latest industry-leading training and certifications to help cyber-practitioners, and the organizations they protect, keep pace with dynamic market conditions. Cut through the noise with this comprehensive showcase and discover the skills you and your teams will need to navigate the evolving landscape of cybersecurity. First, Rich Greene ventures into our fresh new training courses, covering topics f...

We're in an era of unprecedented digital interconnectedness. This new connected landscape has helped governments make major advances in service delivery and constituent experiences; it's also shined light on a clear need for comprehensive cybersecurity preparedness. According to the latest study from the National Association of State CIOs, 50% of Chief Information Security Officers (CISOs) report outdated technology as their biggest hurdle in...

Achilles Systems, a fictitious IT service provider to human resources teams in medium and large businesses, has fallen victim to an attack in which sensitive customer data and, potentially, customer networks, have been compromised. Achilles has a small security team who has historically focused on basic controls and compliance. However, it seems clear this attack was the work of a sophisticated adversary capable of circumventing the controls i...

When it comes to evaluating your cyber-risk readiness, having an outside perspective can help. Learn from our cybersecurity webinar how to help keep your agency informed, secure, and how to mitigate cyber threats as the hybrid workforce evolves. Discuss industry trends across the cyber landscape How to leverage industry expertise to address the threat landscape Learn to prepare for the growing social engineering threat The Mobile Security ecos...

As the next round of national and local elections draws closer, election officials are concerned about facing potential cybersecurity threats targeting election networks and systems they support. Blocking these threats can be a daunting challenge for government officials working with limited funds and talent, so they’ll want to implement proactive strategies to harden infrastructure, and implement a holistic approach with world-class inf...

Join our expert Cyber Defense Authors/Instructors at SANS Secure Your Fortress! Step into a world where cutting-edge defense meets practicality in cybersecurity! "SANS Secure Your Fortress" will teach you how to master the latest and most effective defense techniques. Whether you're a seasoned expert or just beginning your cyber journey, this event is for you. Big Ideas: Dive into sessions led by industry trailblazers showcasing groundbreaking...