John Hubbard
Senior InstructorConsultant at Security Operations Center (SOC)
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Cyber Defense, Cybersecurity Leadership
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John is a Security Operations Center (SOC) consultant and speaker, a Senior SANS instructor, and the course author of two SANS courses, SEC450: Blue Team Fundamentals: Security Operations and Analysis and LDR551: Building and Leading Security Operations Centers. John previously taught additional SANS Cyber Defense courses such as SEC511: Cybersecurity Engineering: Advanced Threat Detection and Monitoring, and SEC555: Detection Engineering and SIEM Analytics. Through his years of experience as a Lead Cyber Security Analyst and SOC Manager for a major pharmaceutical company with over 100,000 employees and global operations, John has developed real-world, first-hand knowledge of what it takes to defend an organization against advanced cyber-attacks.
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Running a SOC is a complex combination of data sources, processes, and teamwork, and it's easy to get lost in the details. In this keynote we'll step back to think big picture about what a SOC truly needs to deliver and present some simple mental models that cyber security analysts and managers can use to abstract away complexity and gain clarity on their true priorities. We'll discuss SOC goals, workflow, how to gather those important but "hard to measure" metrics and use a top-down approach to help focus you on your path to cyber defense success.
Ahoy matey! Are ye setting off to sail the cyber seas but unsure of yer treasure map or the seaworthiness of yer vessel? Are ye strugglin' to muster a hearty crew? In need of counsel from a seasoned sea dog, are ye? Aye, if that be yer quest, this dead man’s tale's for you! We'll be shorin' up yer venture by recruiting a fearless SOC crew, readying yer ship and tools, and charting a course through the treacherous online seas towards the island of SOC riches. So join John Hubbard, multiple GIAC certified holder, to hoist the mainsail, sharpen your cutlass, and prepare for battle!Yo, Ho, Yo, Ho! A Pirate’s Life For Me (and You)!
Step into a world where cutting-edge defense meets practicality in cybersecurity! "SANS Secure Your Fortress" will teach you how to master the latest and most effective defense techniques. Whether you're a seasoned expert or just beginning your cyber journey, this event is for you.
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