SANS Cyber Defense San Diego 2015

Event Dates
2015-10-19 - 2015-10-24
Organizer
Exhibitors
0
Floor Size
400
Attendees
500
Event contact title
Marketing Representative
Event contact first name
Lacee
Event contact last name
Santos
Email
info@sans.org
Event contact telephone number
(301) 654-SANS (7267)
Description
The SANS Cyber Defense team is pleased to invite you to attend our 2nd Annual Cyber Defense training event: SANS Cyber Defense San Diego 2015. This October, join Cyber Defenders from across the world to train at the Hard Rock Hotel in San Diego. The industry's most popular cyber defense training event will run from October 19 24, 2015, and will feature our most popular SANS cyber security courses. As Cyber Defenders, you know cyber threats lurk in the background, mutating, threatening to immobilize users at any moment. Your best defense against the intensity and frequency of potentially debilitating threats is education. SANS Cyber Defense training is a powerful weapon against the adversary and will keep you and your organization ahead of the game. SANS Cyber Defense San Diego 2015 was created just for you. And thoughtfully designed to give you the competitive advantage you deserve--the weapons you need to defend against attackers and advance your career. With painstaking care, we've added just the right blend of expert instruction by matching our top courses with the industry's top instructors. You will learn from leading experts in courses that have been carefully selected to arm you with the latest cyber defense tactics and strategies that will sharpen your skills. Market research firms and various surveys by professional organizations report that certified employees earn more. Therefore, many of the courses offered at Cyber Defense San Diego 2015 have certifications aligned with DoD Directive 8570/8140, and most have affiliated GIAC certifications. As an added bonus, you have the opportunity to fast track your career by earning one of the most prestigious and widely recognized security certifications in San Diego when you complete your training experience with a GIAC certification. Extend your training experience and advance your career by enrolling in a master's degree or a graduate certificate from the SANS Technology Institute - regionally accredited and eligible for tuition reimbursement plans. Choose from a master's in Information Security Engineering or a graduate certificate in Penetration Testing or Incident Response. Apply today! You'll be able to leverage the power of the new tools, skills, and knowledge you obtain at SANS Cyber Defense San Diego 2015 as soon as you return to work. That's our promise. The Hard Rock is centrally located near the city's lively Gaslamp Quarter adjacent to PETCO Park and across the street from the San Diego Convention Center. The hotel is one of the only downtown San Diego hotels with Four Diamond distinction. The Hard Rock is within 1 mile of PETCO Park, San Diego Marina, Seaport Village, and the U.S.S. Midway. These other attractions are merely a short cab ride away: Balboa Park, Old Town, San Diego Airport (SAN), and Coronado Island. Here is what SANS alumni have had to say about their SANS Cyber Defense San Diego 2014 training experience: "Best technical course I have attended." - Damian Neville, Barclays "My first SANS class and by far better than other security courses I have attended. Our instructor is very knowledgeable and engaging. - Valerie Lynch, Fannie Mae "Dr Cole has great energy and his enthusiasm encourages me to pursue this career further. - Sen Gonzalez, The Venetian Hotel and Casino "Lots of excellent information. Opened my eyes to the importance of cyber security and all the threats that I never knew existed." -Ben Penaflo, General Atomics With a reputation for being the most trusted source for information security training and an eagerness to help you meet your training objectives, SANS is the best choice for IT security education. Don't miss this special SANS training event in San Diego! Join us in a new tradition; attend Cyber Defense San Diego 2015 this October. We hope to see you there. http://www.sans.org/u/3lH
Attendee information
- Register with discount code "EarlyBird15" and receive a discount of up to $400 for any 4-6 day course paid for by Wednesday, August 26, 2015. - Register with discount code "EarlyBird15" and receive a discount of up to $200 for any 4-6 day course paid for by Wednesday, September 23, 2015. - If the order is not paid by the early registration deadline the discount amount will automatically be reduced to the next valid early registration discount amount. - No refunds available after Wednesday, September 30, 2015.
Partner Voices
Overview: The award-winning Orange County Convention Center (OCCC) goes the extra mile to make every day extraordinary by offering customer service excellence and industry-leading partnerships. From their dedicated in-house Rigging team to their robust Exhibitor Services, The Center of Hospitality brings your imagination to life by helping you host unforgettable meetings and events. With more than 2 million square feet of exhibit space, world-class services and a dream destination, we are committed to making even the most ambitious conventions a reality. In October 2023, the Orange County Board of County Commissioners voted to approve allocating Tourist Development Tax funding for the $560 million Phase 5A completion of the OCCC. The Convention Way Grand Concourse project will include enhancements to the North-South Building, featuring an additional 60,000 square feet of meeting space, an 80,000- square-foot ballroom and new entry to the North-South Building along Convention Way. “We are thrilled to begin work on completing our North-South Building which will allow us to meet the growing needs of our clients,” said OCCC Executive Director Mark Tester. “As an economic driver for the community, this project will provide the Center with connectivity and meeting space to host more events and continue to infuse the local economy with new money and expanding business opportunities.” Amenities: The Center of Hospitality goes above and beyond by offering world-class customer service and industry-leading partnerships. From the largest convention center Wi-Fi network to custom LAN/WAN design, the Center takes pride in enhancing exhibitor and customer experience.  The OCCC is the exclusive provider of electricity (24-hour power at no additional cost), aerial rigging and lighting, water, natural gas and propane, compressed air, and cable TV services. Convenience The Center is at the epicenter of the destination, with an abundance of hotels, restaurants, and attractions within walking distance. Pedestrian bridges connect both buildings to more than 5,200 rooms and is within a 15-minute drive from the Orlando International Airport. The convenience of the location goes hand-in-hand with top notch service to help meet an event’s every need. Gold Key Members The OCCC’s Gold Key Members represent the best of the best when it comes to exceptional service and exclusive benefits for clients, exhibitors and guests. The Center’s Gold Key memberships with Universal Orlando Resort, SeaWorld Orlando and Walt Disney World greatly enhance meeting planner and attendee experiences offering world-renowned venues, immersive experiences and creative resources for their events. OCCC Events: This fiscal year, the OCCC is projected to host 168 events, 1.7 million attendees, and $2.9 billion in economic impact.  The Center’s top five events during their 2022-2023 fiscal year included:  AAU Jr. National Volleyball Championships 2023 200,000 Attendees $257 Million in Economic Impact MEGACON 2023 160,000 Attendees $205 Million in Economic Impact Open Championship Series 2023 69,500 Attendees $89 Million in Economic Impact Sunshine Classic 2023 42,000 Attendees $54 Million in Economic Impact Premiere Orlando 2023 42,000 Attendees $108 Million in Economic Impact