Conference Description
Key Takeaways
- Ten intensive courses covering offensive security, incident handling, security leadership, and GenAI/LLM application security
- Most courses align with GIAC certification exams
- Hybrid format with in-person attendance at Omni Austin Hotel Downtown and live online options
- Designed for both technical practitioners (penetration testers, red teamers, incident responders) and security leaders (CISOs, SOC managers, directors)
- Includes NetWars competitions, keynotes, and networking events
About the Event
SANS Austin 2027 runs June 21 to 26, 2027, offering cybersecurity professionals a structured training programme spanning technical and leadership disciplines. The event combines immersive labs, real-world scenarios, and instruction from practicing experts. Beyond coursework, attendees can participate in NetWars competitions and community events designed to build professional networks.
Technical and Leadership Tracks
The curriculum divides into offensive and leadership pathways. Technical tracks address web and cloud penetration testing, red team operations, and incident handling. Leadership tracks focus on security management, enterprise risk, governance, and SOC building. This structure allows organisations to send multiple team members with different responsibilities to the same event.
Emerging Technology Focus
SANS Austin 2027 includes training on GenAI and LLM application security, reflecting growing enterprise adoption of generative AI tools and the associated security challenges. Cloud security and AI security feature prominently across the programme.
Who Should Attend
The event serves penetration testers, red teamers, incident responders, security managers, CISOs, and SOC leaders. Professionals preparing for GIAC certifications will find relevant coursework, as most training aligns with certification exams. Attendees typically come from enterprises, government agencies, and consulting firms across technical, managerial, and executive roles.