Information Technology Security Office
Office of the VP for IT
SANS EDU Training
October 3-8, 2005
9am - 5pm, Mon-SatIndianapolis Marriott Downtown
350 West Maryland Street
Indianapolis, IN 46225
317-822-3500
fax: (317) 822-1002 http://www.indymarriott.com/
IT Security Office
Office of the VP for IT
Indiana University
SANS
SANS EDU Training
SECURITY 505: SECURING WINDOWS: A six-day certification course
On this page:
- Welcome
- Suggested Participants
- Accommodations
- Course Schedule
- Special Events
- Requirements
- Instructor
- Certification
- Registration
- Travel and Directions
- Parking
- Attendee Check-in
- Internet Access
- Sponsors
- Questions?
Welcome
Indiana University and SANS are pleased to offer the extremely popular SANS certification course SECURITY 505: Securing Windows. This training is offered to educational employees, non-federal US law enforcement personnel, library staff, and employees of state and local non-profit organizations at a significantly reduced price (over 70% off of the normal price).
Securing Windows is a comprehensive curriculum for securing Windows 2000/XP/2003 networks. This program brings the confusing complexity of Windows 2000/XP/2003 security into clear focus by starting with foundational security services, such as Active Directory and Group Policy, and advancing in a logical progression to particular products or features that rely on these foundations, such as IIS and IPSec. This Track provides best practices for security, hands-on exercises, extensive documentation/screenshots, a CD-ROM of security scripts, and an objective account of Windows security (neither bashing Microsoft nor toeing the party line).
This track will also prepare you for the GIAC Certified Windows Security Administrator (GCWN) certification exams.
Suggested Participants
Faculty or staff members from any accredited educational institution (K-12, community college, or higher ed), non-federal US law enforcement personnel, library staff, and employees of state and local non-profit organizations may register before August 5th and pay only $750. After August 5th the cost is only $850. Others may register at the full price of $2895 (subject to availability) via email to sans@iu.edu or phone (812) 855-7174.
Accommodations
The Indianapolis Marriott Downtown has reserved a limited number of hotel rooms at the special rate of $139/night plus tax and service charge. In order to get the discounted hotel rate, be sure to specifically mention you are with the "SANS for Education" conference.
Course Schedule
Daily (Monday-Saturday): 9am-5pm (CDT) each day
The training will be held in Indiana Ballroms E, F, and G
- Monday, 10/3: Windows Active Directory and DNS
- Tuesday, 10/4: Windows Group Policy
- Wednesday 10/5: Windows PKI, Smart Cards, and EFS
- Thursday, 10/6: Windows IPSec, VPNs, and Wireless Security
- Friday, 10/7: Securing Internet Information Server
- Saturday, 10/8: Windows Scripting for Security
Daily breaks
- 10:30am - 10:50am: Morning Break (snack and beverages provided)
- 12:15pm - 1:30pm: Lunch (lunch on your own)
- 3:00pm - 3:20pm: Afternoon Break (snack and beverages provided)
Special events (Monday-Wednesday)
Birds of a Feather (BOF) sessions will be held in Colorado, Michigan, and Texas meeting rooms. Topics to be determined.
- Monday, 10/3: 7:00pm - 9:00pm
- Tuesday, 10/4: 7:00pm - 9:00pm
GIAC Certification Briefing
- Wednesday, 10/5: 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Special Events
Sign-up sheets for Birds of a Feather (BOF) sessions, to be held on Monday and Tuesday evenings from 7:00pm - 9:00pm, will be available at the registration desk outside of the Indiana Ballroom. Stop by to sign-up as well as to submit your topic ideas for a BOF.
On Wednesday, a GIAC Certification Briefing will be held in the Indiana Ballroom from 7:00pm - 8:00pm. Come join instructor Jason Fossen and GIAC GCIA Advisory Board member Andrew Korty to have all your questions answered regarding the GIAC certification process.
Requirements
A properly configured laptop is optional, but strongly recommended. How to configure your laptop.
Instructor
Jason Fossen is founder and president of Fossen Networking & Security, which provides consultation for Microsoft Windows 2000/XP/2003 solutions and security. In addition to the consulting practice, Jason is also a prolific author and guest speaker at national security conferences. He speaks on a variety of topics, including: cryptography, PKI deployment, firewall design, web server security, IPSec, and Virtual Private Networking. Jason graduated from the University of Virginia and received a Master's degree from the University of Texas at Austin. He currently resides in Dallas, Texas.
Certification
GIAC GCWN certification exams will be available from SANS for an additional fee of $300. There will be a sign-up sheet at the conference registration desk for those interested in pursuing the certification. This sign-up sheet will be sent to SANS at the conclusion of the conference, and SANS will contact those on the list with additional details as well as payment information. NOTE: If you want to pursue the GCWN certification, you must put your contact information on the sign-up sheet at the conference registration desk before 5:00pm on Saturday, October 8th. Sign-ups will not be accepted after the training ends.
Registration
Your registration fee includes all course materials as well as morning and afternoon refreshment breaks (no meals are provided).
The training event is full and registration has been closed. We are also no longer accepting registrations for the waiting list. Click here for information on our cancellation policy.
Travel and Directions
Directions to the Indianapolis Marriott Downtown:
- By car
- From the Indianapolis International Airport (only a 30 minute drive)
Additional information on parking, restaurants, and local attractions can be found here.
Parking
The Marriott has an on-site underground parking garage. You may self-park overnight for $17.00 or valet for $21.00. Parking is also available in the "Government Center Washington St. Parking Facility" at 401 W. Washington St. (~1 block walk to the Marriott) and the "Sun Garage" at 48 W. Maryland St. (~3 block walk to the Marriott). NOTE: The "Government Center Washington St. Parking Facility" does not allow overnight parking for hotel guests. For a complete details on these and other parking facilities, please see http://www.indydt.com/parkingdatabase.html
Attendee Check-in
The registration desk will be located outside the Indiana Ballroom in the Indianapolis Marriott Downtown. Each attendee must pick up a badge and registration packet before going to class. A photo ID is required. Only attendees with badges will be admitted to the classroom. The registration desk will be open to distribute registration and course materials during the following hours.
REGISTRATION DESK HOURS
- 2:00pm - 9:00pm Sunday, October 2 *
- 7:00am - 5:00pm Monday, October 3
- 8:00am - 12:30pm Tuesday, October 4
Internet Access
Internet access will not be available in the classroom. However, the Marriott provides a wireless Internet access service for $9.95 per day. Please contact the Marriott for additional information.
Corporate Sponsors
We would like to thank the following corporate sponsors for their support of this event
Gold Sponsors
Silver Sponsors
Questions?
If you have questions regarding this SANS training, please contact us via email at sans@iu.edu