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SANS training is job and skill-specific. We offer more than 80 courses, designed to align with dominant security team roles, duties, and disciplines. SANS prepares students to meet today’s dominant threats and tomorrow’s challenges. We do this through constantly updating and rewriting our courses and support material. GIAC validates the skills of information security professionals. GIAC certifications are respected globally because they measure specific skill and knowledge areas. GIAC offers the only cyber security certifications that cover advanced technical subject areas.

There are times in history when the demand for professionals with certain skills is high, but the current supply of people with such skills cannot meet it. We currently face such a talent shortage in cybersecurity—and on a global scale. A cybersecurity workforce development plan from SANS gives organisations a roadmap for preparing employees with the skills that are in demand, planning for ongoing education/training, and addressing future hiring demands.

SANS Cyber Ranges A suite of hands-on, interactive learning scenarios that enable information security and IT professionals at all skill levels to develop and master real-world, in-depth skills needed to excel. NetWars features cutting-edge challenges and compelling integrated story lines.