SANS Technical Training

 

The partnership between SANS and CIS draws on the shared mission to ensure that infosec practitioners have the skills needed to enhance the cybersecurity readiness and response of U.S. State, Local, Tribal, and Territorial (SLTT) government entities.

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About SANS

SANS technical courses deliver and validate hands on cybersecurity skills. Learn from real-world experts and gain immediately applicable skills. Students choose from SANS’ three available training formats – In-Person, Live Online, or OnDemand – offering flexible and effective options for information security professionals of all experience levels. Complete SANS training anywhere in the world in your preferred format.

SANS Technical Training Overview

  • In-Person Events – SANS live training events feature SANS instructors teaching multiple courses at a single location, with classes throughout the year in major cities across the world. These events offer students the chance to study in a focused environment without distraction but perhaps most importantly, they offer a direct access to SANS’s world-leading Instructors.

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  • OnDemand – SANS OnDemand courses provide the flexibility to train online wherever and whenever it’s most convenient for you. With four months of access to the online course materials, including lectures, quizzes, and labs, you can master the course content on your schedule and at your own pace.

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  • Live Online – SANS Live Online features livestreamed, interactive training with SANS’ top instructors you can take from anywhere. Choose from 1-, 2-, 3-, or 6-week schedules from our full catalog of courses. Hands-on lab exercises and the ability to engage with your instructors and peers elevate the learning experience.

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Features / Services In-Person OnDemand
Live Online 
Taught by an unparalleled faculty of information security leaders  checkmark   checkmark   checkmark
All required supporting materials, media, and exercises
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Flexible, self-paced training platform with four months of access x mark    checkmark  x mark
Live instructor-led training available across multiple time zones  checkmark  x mark  checkmark
Integrated quizzes to reinforce learning  x mark   checkmark  x mark
GIAC-certified subject-matter-expert support via live chat and email  x mark   checkmark  x mark
Real-time access to instructors  checkmark  x mark  checkmark
Hands-on virtual labs to help prepare you for your GIAC exam  During course 4 months During course
Archived live course recordings  4 months  x mark 4 months
No travel costs  x mark   checkmark  checkmark
Minimal impact to your normal routine  checkmark   checkmark  checkmark
Flexible and effective SANS training from your own computer  x mark   checkmark  checkmark
GIAC certifications available for more than 35 courses  checkmark   checkmark  checkmark
Extend your lab access and get SME support for four months with optional OnDemand Bundle  checkmark  x mark  checkmark
Network with industry peers and experts checkmark x mark
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After-class, instructor-led talks and workshops
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Live Cyber Ranges
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What our members are saying

Book knowledge is good, but practical knowledge is far better. SANS courses are a great way to get both

Pricing and Contact Information

SANS and CIS have partnered to offer SANS training courses at deeply discounted rates to SLTT entities during special purchase windows.

Summer Buy Window: June 1 - July 31, 2025

Winter Buy Window: December 1, 2025 - January 31, 2026

  • During the buy windows, long course vouchers are available for $4,225 – a more than 50% discount.
  • Vouchers can be used by any staff member in your organization for any long course in the SANS course catalogs at any time up to one year from the date of purchase.
  • Corresponding GIAC certifications attempts can be purchased for $839 – a 15% discount, when bundled with course vouchers.
  • To be eligible for discounted pricing, organizations must purchase a minimum of three (3) course vouchers.
  • Specific pricing information, outside-buy-window pricing, and written quotes are available by request. Please contact us with questions.
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