We invite you to attend SANS DFIRCON 2014. Brand New for 2014 - a SANS Digital Forensics and Incident Response (DFIR) themed training conference -- de-'f?r-'kän / DFIRCON 2014. http://www.sans.org/info/149950

This DFIR focused event has all of your favorite courses and speakers and will also include special presentations. This is the first SANS DFIR dedicated training event, held in downtown Monterey just steps from the peninsula. As an added bonus, we will include our recently launched NetWars DFIR Tournament over two nights of the event. This is a must-attend event as industry-leading experts focus on helping you take your DFIR skills to new levels.

Our campus, the Monterey Marriott, is located near Carmel by the Sea and is within walking distance of the Monterey Peninsula and the area's family activities and top attractions. Cannery Row, with its shopping and dining, is a short drive away. Some Monterey attractions are:

    The Monterey Aquarium - one of the largest in North America
    Scuba diving and classes at San Carlos State Beach
    Cannery Row
    A diversity of marine life, including sea lions, sea otters, harbor seals, bat rays, kelp forests, pelicans, dolphins, and whales!
    Monterey is near Carmel, Big Sur, Pacific Grove and Pebble Beach along the Monterey Peninsula of the Central California Pacific Coast
    Daily average high temperatures in the 60s

A special discount rate of $159 S/D will be honored at the Monterey Marriott based on space availability, and this rate includes high-speed Internet in your room. Government per diem rooms are available with proper ID; you must call the hotel and specifically ask for this rate. Make your reservations now, as this special rate is only available through February 11, 2014.

Do you want to attend DFIRCON 2014 but can't travel? You don't have to miss out with Event Simulcast! Event Simulcast allows you to attend a SANS training event without leaving home. Simply log in to a virtual classroom to see, hear, and participate in the class as it is being presented LIVE at the event. The Event Simulcast option is available for many classes offered at our largest training events. See our DFIRCON 2014 simulcast page to find out more.

Here's what SANS Forensic course alumni have said about the value of SANS training:

'FOR408 provides more knowledge and skill for my job as a forensics examiner.' - William Lam, SVRCFL

'Rob's anecdotes add to overall class time but are funny and provide a welcome 5 minute respite from the material so you have a chance to let your brain relax!' - Lucas Burke, Villanova University

'This FOR508 training is valuable to me because it goes over the same tactics that the attackers use. The labs are also excellent.' - Victor Pineiro, HP

'All manuals should be written like those used in FOR526. Not only do you see the answers, but also now how you got there, which makes them very useful.' - Barry Friedman, NY Police

Some of our courses offered at SANS Monterey 2014 are associated with a GIAC Certification. Put the skills you'll learn to practical use and join nearly 53,000 GIAC certified professionals who make the Infosec industry safe! Visit the GIAC page for more information and register for your certification attempt today.

Earn your Master's Degree at SANS Technology Institute (STI). Take classes in Information Security Management (MSISM) or Engineering (MSISE). Click here for the downloadable Application form. Apply today!

Enhance your skills by taking advantage of this hands-on training presented by DFIR industry icons and loaded with practical tools and cutting-edge information. You'll see why SANS is the most trusted source in computer security training, certification, and research.

'I have attended many training events, SANS are well above the rest.' says Kenton Groombridge, US Army. Come see for yourself - register today for SANS DFIRCON 2014 in Monterey.

- Receive a discount of up to $400 for any full course paid for by Wednesday, January 22, 2014
- Receive a discount of up to $250 for any full course paid for by Wednesday, February 5, 2014
- No refunds available after Wednesday, February 12, 2014.