SANS Scottsdale 2016

Event Dates
2016-02-08 - 2016-02-13
Organizer
Attendees
500
Event contact title
SANS Institute
Event contact first name
SANS
Event contact last name
Institute
Email
info@sans.org
Event contact telephone number
(301) 654-SANS (7267)
Description
SANS exceptional training returns to Arizona in February for SANS Scottsdale 2016! We would like to invite you to get your 2016 cybersecurity training in Scottsdale by attending our Arizona event - with another exceptional training schedule. We are bringing our top IT security courses to the Hilton Scottsdale Resort & Villas, February 8-13, 2016. SANS top instructors will make this the perfect training event for you. Be sure to register early to get the best discount and to enjoy this warm winter destination! Put the skills you'll learn to practical use and join more than 70,500 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! For more information, visit out SANS Technology Institute page. Our SANS Scottsdale 2016 campus is the Hilton Scottsdale Resort & Villas in the heart of the city. This hotel has views of Camelback Mountain, and it is close to shopping, dining, attractions, and world-class golf. Within 25 miles are the Arizona State Capitol, Camelback Mountain, Chase Field, Desert Botanical Gardens, Heard Museum (Indian Culture), Phoenix Art Museum, Phoenix Zoo, Pueblo Grande Museum, Taliesin West, and a western town called Rawhide! Scottsdale average high temperature in February is 73 degrees, so this might be a nice winter break. While we are there these events may be of interest: - Desert Botanical Gardens has tours and exhibits - ArtWalk every Thursday - Crushbrew Craft Beverage Festival - Southwest corner of Camelback & Scottsdale Road - Native Trails events every Thursday at the outdoor amphitheater at the Scottsdale Center for the Performing Arts - Scottsdale Arabian Horse Show at WestWorld of Scottsdale - Grand Canyon Tours can be arranged - And much, much more Why register for SANS Scottsdale 2016? Here's what 2015 Scottsdale alumni have said about the value of SANS training: "Am learning a lot and also verifying my own knowledge. Well worth my time." - Dale Leschnitzer, LANL "This was my first SANS course so I have no comparison to any other SANS class. For me the class out line was very specific to my job so it was money well spent." - Randy Mosso, ADT Security "I work in net security... with a lot of tools. Seth provided a great perspective on the state of cyber defense and how we should be approaching it." - Kevin South, Navient "This course will allow me to directly apply this knowledge to incident handling of work." - Richard Clark, Tucson Electric Power "The methods taught and the tools introduced will be very beneficial to me as an analyst performing examinations. The security gained from applying all of this will be very useful." - Joseph Selph, IBM To follow or tweet about this event, use the hashtag # #SANSscottsdale. Follow SANS at @SANSInstitute. 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 Scottsdale in February! We hope to see you there. http://www.sans.org/u/7ue
Attendee information
- Register with discount code "EarlyBird16" and receive a discount of up to 400 USD for any 4-6 day course paid for by Wednesday, December 16, 2015. - Register with discount code "EarlyBird16" and receive a discount of up to 200 USD for any 4-6 day course paid for by Wednesday, January 6, 2016. - 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, January 20, 2016.
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