SANS Crystal City 2015

Event Dates
2015-09-08 - 2015-09-13
Organizer
Event contact first name
SANS
Event contact last name
Institute
Email
info@sans.org
Event contact telephone number
(301) 654-SANS (7267)
Description
Cybersecurity training in Arlington from SANS Institute, the global leader in information security training. At SANS Crystal City 2015, we offer hands-on, immersion-style security training courses taught by real-world practitioners. The site of SANS Crystal City 2015, September 8-13, is the DoubleTree by Hilton Washington DC-Crystal City, located in Arlington in sight of the Washington Monument and the Potomac River! Why not get your cybersecurity training in a more intimate setting at SANS Crystal City 2015? We are bringing our top courses and instructors to make this the perfect training event for you! Gain the skills and learn about the tools you need to protect your organization from security breaches and attack risk. Put the skills you'll learn to practical use and join more than 65,000 GIAC certified professionals who make the IT security industry safe! Visit the GIAC Page for more information, and register for your certification attempt today. 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! Our campus for this event is the DoubleTree by Hilton Washington DC-Crystal City. A special discount rate of $159 S/D will be honored based on space availability. This rate includes high-speed Internet in your room. Make your reservations now; this special rate is only available through August 15, 2015. This hotel is three blocks from the Pentagon City metro station and a short ride away from Washington DC. The hotel is steps away from the Pentagon City shopping, hip restaurants, and iconic theaters. Arlington, Virginia is steeped in history and is on the banks of the Potomac River. Crystal City is just south of the Pentagon and with an extensive network of underground shopping areas and connecting corridors beneath the city, this is a unique destination. Why register for SANS Crystal City 2015? Here's what past alumni have said about the value of SANS training: "For me the most value is the security perspective of technology. It (SEC401) has helped me think about my job differently." - Afzaal Syed, Ernst and Young "Valuable course (SEC504) benefits me in the aspect of explaining the pieces attackers follow to gain access to system networks and practices to mitigate attacks." - Derek Stephens, 513 EVS Eglin AFB "Extremely informative, everything I learned today I can bring back to the office next week (SEC566)." - Paulette Jones, ECMC "SANS is the best security training you can get, period." - Don Lopez, Valley National Bank "As always, SANS has top notch instructors - their instructors' technical credentials are always impeccable" - Donna Hogan, Hogan-Sastre Consulting 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 the Crystal City this September! We hope to see you there.
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, July 15, 2015. - Register with discount code "EarlyBird15" and receive a discount of up to $200 for any 4-6 day course paid for by Wednesday, August 12, 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, August 19, 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