Come learn the outcomes of the 2024 SANS | GIAC Cyber Workforce Research Report which is based on a first-of-its-kind survey that analyzed the cybersecurity workforce with the goal of identifying the key factors to successfully build high-performing cybersecurity teams. The discussion will include top leaders from some of the largest companies and federal agencies on how they are building up their talent pipeline. Some of the items in the disc...

Step into the forefront of manufacturing resilience as we navigate today’s cybersecurity challenges. This dialogue with Matt Cowell, VP of Business Development at Dragos, and Mark Cristiano, Global Commercial Director – Cyber Security Services at Rockwell Automation, is dedicated to the shifting tides in cyber threats that manufacturers face, strategizing against the escalation of digital risks, and charting a progressive course of...

Stop Waiting for the Adversary It’s 2024. Ransomware is no longer new, the threats and risks are well known, the cases and payouts are public. Even with this ominous threats, why are security teams still caught off guard when their environments fall victim? It’s 2024 - the year we stop waiting for the adversary. In this 2024 Ransomware Summit, let’s explore all the angles. How ransomware actors find success, where they get in...

Everyone looks forward to and loves an upgrade. An upgrade to a suite in a hotel or an upgrade to first class for a flight always makes for a much more enjoyable trip. What would it look like to upgrade your Cybersecurity risk assessment capabilities? As an essential element to support your cybersecurity program, performing cybersecurity risk assessments is critical for organizations of all sizes and sectors. With cyber threats evolving in com...

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...

In today's hostile digital landscape, government agencies face a relentless barrage of cyber threats. Furthermore, agencies face a continuing stream of legislative, executive, and oversight recommendations, constantly keeping teams and technologies on their toes. This SANS Solutions Forum equips public sector cybersecurity teams with the essential knowledge to address these challenges and modern threats head-on. Join us for in-depth discussion...

In an age where cybersecurity threats are ever-present and the regulatory environment is constantly shifting, establishing robust and strategic audit practices is crucial for safeguarding organizational integrity. The SANS Institute is proud to present "Elevating Your Audit Strategy: Insights from the CRF Audit Framework," a webcast designed for individuals committed to enhancing their organization's cybersecurity through effective audit strat...

Cybercrime continues to evolve, and as forensic analysts and incident responders, we often are in a virtual arms race with the criminals. While the best tool in both art and science is the amazing capacity of the human brain, and this is especially apparent in the field of digital forensics and incident response, where we match ourselves against the creative ingenuity of committed and capable criminals; we do need other tools to make our work...

Cybercrime continues to evolve, and as forensic analysts and incident responders, we often are in a virtual arms race with the criminals. While the best tool in both art and science is the amazing capacity of the human brain, and this is especially apparent in the field of digital forensics and incident response, where we match ourselves against the creative ingenuity of committed and capable criminals; we do need other tools to make our work...

The cybersecurity workforce has exploded in recent years, with more than 1 million available jobs posted in 2023 alone. Daunting is the fact that the demand for skilled employees more than doubles the currently available workforce. Even for the most seasoned professionals, there is a desperate need to stay on top of the latest attack trends, vulnerabilities and exploits, and to constantly vet the myriad of available tools touted to do the job,...