SANS Cyber Ranges are comprehensive, interactive learning environments designed to enhance cybersecurity skills through hands-on experience. These ranges simulate real-world scenarios across various cybersecurity domains, allowing participants to practice and develop their skills in a safe, isolated setting. The ranges cater to all skill levels, from beginners to advanced practitioners, and cover a wide array of topics including core cybersecurity concepts, cyber defense, digital forensics, incident response, and specialized areas like industrial control systems and healthcare security.

Key Features Diverse Range Offerings SANS provides a suite of cyber ranges to address different aspects of cybersecurity:

• Core NetWars: A multi-disciplinary range covering various cybersecurity skills
• Cyber Defense: Focused on preventing, analyzing, and defending against complex attacks
• DFIR: Emphasizes digital forensics, incident response, and threat hunting
• Specialized ranges: Including GRID (power systems), Healthcare, and ICS (industrial control systems)

Flexible Learning Formats SANS offers multiple ways to engage with their cyber ranges:

• NetWars Tournament: A 6-hour competitive event
• NetWars Continuous: A 4-month subscription for extended learning
• Custom private events for organizations

Benefits Skill Enhancement Participants can develop and sharpen their cybersecurity skills:

• Hands-on experience with real-world scenarios
• Progressive difficulty levels to challenge and improve abilities
• Exposure to a wide range of tools and techniques

Career Development SANS Cyber Ranges contribute to professional growth:

• Earn CPE credits towards GIAC certification renewal
• Identify areas for skill improvement and career progression
• Opportunity to showcase skills in competitive environments