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SANS.edu Sentinels Win National Cyber League Competition
Students from the SANS Technology Institute topped the leaderboard in every category of the spring 2022 National Cyber League (NCL) competition, earning the top spots for #1 Individual Player, #1 Team and #1 Cyber Power Ranking.
What’s more, 4 SANS.edu teams made the top 10. Eight teams made the top 100 out of more than 1,000 teams. Learn more about the SANS.edu teams that finished in first place, third place, fifth place, and ninth place.
A huge congratulations to all of the SANS.edu Sentinels teams.

SANS.edu Designated as a Center of Academic Excellence in Cyber Defense by the NSA
The SANS Technology Institute has been designated by the National Centers of Academic Excellence in Cybersecurity (NCAE-C) from the National Security Agency (NSA) as a Center of Academic Excellence in Cyber Defense (CAE-CD) through 2027.
“The CAE-CD designation is a testament to the quality of our cybersecurity faculty and programs. Our graduates are helping to meet the urgent cybersecurity needs of the U.S. government, industry, academia, and research, and we are proud to be part of a select group of cyber programs to have received this important designation.”
- Ed Skoudis, SANS Technology Institute President

SANS.edu Helps Team USA Win Medal at First International Cyber Challenge
We’re so proud of the SANS.edu participants in Team USA’s bronze medal performance at the first International Cyber Challenge — including TJ O’Connor (coach), Akosua Wordie, Susie Jeziorowski, and Andrew Phillips.
Did you know? SANS.edu participants, including alternates and virtual players, composed 20% of Team USA.
The SANS.edu Advantage
GIAC Certifications
Earn professional certifications employers recognize and respect in each of our programs.
World-class Faculty
Learn the latest skills and techniques from the world's top cybersecurity practitioners.
100% Online Option
You have the option of completing our programs through live or rewindable online courses.
Flexible Schedule
Our programs are designed to fit into your busy life and work schedule.
Powerful Network
Make connections with some of the most talented students and teachers in the industry.
Learn from the Best
SANS Technology Institute faculty members are rock stars of the cybersecurity field, with a broad base of expertise in government and industry. Their up-to-date examples and deep knowledge ensure that what you learn in class will be useful immediately on the job.
Course Delivery Options
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Take Your Next Step
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Ready to apply? We look forward to learning about you and your cybersecurity career goals.
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FireEye |
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