Rich Greene
Lecturer
Senior Solutions Engineer at SANS Institute
Specialities
Cyber Defense, Cybersecurity and IT Essentials
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About Rich
Rich Greene believes cybersecurity isn’t just a career—it’s a calling. From the battlefield to the classroom, he’s dedicated his life to defending, teaching, and inspiring others to do the same. As a SANS Instructor and author of SEC301: Introduction to Cyber Security, one of SANS’s most widely attended foundational courses, Rich transforms complex concepts into engaging, real-world lessons that connect with students from all backgrounds. His mission is simple yet profound: to make cybersecurity accessible, exciting, and achievable for anyone willing to take up the challenge.
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Recognitions
- Blueprint Podcast – “From Special Forces to Cybersecurity: Rich Greene on Communication and Persuasion in Infosec"
- GingerHacker – “Breaking into Cyber 2025 Hints from a SANS Instructor”
- Security Halt Podcast – “Green Beret and Cyber Security Professional Rich Greene”
- Wait Just an InfoSec – “Thinking Outside the Firewall: Unconventional Cybersecurity Journeys”