SANS Aggregate Buy Program

    Cybersecurity training made more accessible through Nysernet membership.

    Building a strong cybersecurity program takes skilled people, practical training and a budget that can stretch across competing priorities.

    Through Nysernet’s coordination of the SANS Aggregate Buy Program, members can access discounted cybersecurity training, certification opportunities, cyber range experiences and security awareness programs — with added flexibility and administrative support from the Nysernet team.

    Nysernet coordinates participation on behalf of our members, helping institutions make trusted cybersecurity training easier to purchase, plan and manage.

     

    Why Participate Through Nysernet?

    • Make your training budget go further

      Members gain access to aggregate buy pricing that can reduce the cost of SANS training compared to standard pricing.

    • Buy what your team needs

      SANS aggregate buys typically require a minimum purchase. Nysernet pools member purchases, allowing participating institutions to buy fewer courses.

    • Reduce administrative lift

      Nysernet helps manage ordering, quotes, invoicing and voucher administration, so your team can focus on building skills instead of managing the process.

    • Plan training around real workloads

      Voucher timing can be easier to manage through Nysernet’s aggregate buy account, giving teams more flexibility as vouchers do not expire.

    • Build skills with a community at your back

      Nysernet means never alone. Our members are part of a community working together to strengthen cybersecurity readiness across mission-driven institutions.

    What’s Included?

    Members can use the SANS Aggregate Buy Program to access options such as:

      • Technical training courses, including Live Online and OnDemand formats
      • GIAC certification exam vouchers
      • Cyber range experiences, including Skills Quest by NetWars
      • Security awareness training for end users and phishing education

    How the program works

    Nysernet typically coordinates SANS Aggregate Buy participation twice a year, with winter and summer buy periods.

    During an open buy period:

    1. Members register with the quantity of vouchers or training options they would like to purchase.
    2. Nysernet provides a quote based on the registration details.
    3. The member institution submits payment or a purchase order by the stated deadline.
    4. Nysernet places the aggregate purchase.
    5. Voucher redemption instructions are shared after activation.

    Course and participant information is not usually needed at the time of registration.

    The SANS Summer Aggregate Buy period is now open.

    Registration/payment deadline: July 20, 2026
    Nysernet purchase date: July 31, 2026

    For current pricing, deadlines and available offerings, please review the registration page.

    Who can participate?

    Participation in the SANS Aggregate Buy Program through Nysernet is available to Nysernet members.

    This program is especially relevant for institutions building cybersecurity skills across IT, security, risk, compliance and end-user awareness teams.

    Not a member? Learn more about Nysernet membership and how our community helps mission-driven institutions connect, secure and advance their work.

    LET'S Connect

    Questions?

    Get in touch with our team to learn more about the SANS Aggregate Buy Program and be notified of the next buying period.

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