Boss of the SOC

North American BOTS Day

June 19, 2019 | 8:30am PST / 11:30am EST

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You’ve heard of Boss of the SOC (BOTS) and now it’s time to test your skills against the top Splunk security experts from cities across North America! Even if you are new to Splunk or security, this event has something to offer. BOTS is the best place to see where you stand, understand how you can improve, and learn how to investigate real-world incidents in a safe, fun, and competitive environment.

And who knows, you might even have what it takes to become the next Boss of the SOC!

Already attended a BOTS event? This is a brand-new question set based off Boss of the SOC version 3 dataset. Even if you attended .conf18 or a BOTS event since then, this will be a new experience!

Not sure if BOTS is right for you? Check out this blog to learn everything you need to know about BOTS.

Prerequisites:
  • Basic experience with Splunk. Need to brush up before the event? See our tips below
  • Basic security investigation knowledge. Need to brush up before the event? See our tips below
  • A laptop computer equipped with WIFI and running a supported web browser
Need to brush up on your Splunk or security skills? Registration
  • Registration is required and is free, space is limited, no walk-ins
  • Please register with an email that you can access on the day of event
  • Contestants are encouraged to register in teams of up to four for the best experience
More questions? Contact us at BOTS@splunk.com

Agenda

  • 11:30am-12:00pm: Registration & Lunch
  • 12:00pm-12:30pm: Welcome & Introduction
  • 12:30pm-5:00pm: BOTS Competition
  • 5:00pm-5:30pm: Awards & Closing
  • 5:30pm-6:30pm: Happy Hour

Venue Details

Atlanta

Date: Wednesday, June 19, 2019
Time: 11:30am – 6:30pm
Location: Cobb Galleria - 2 Galleria Pkwy SE, Atlanta, GA 30339

New York

Date: Wednesday, June 19, 2019
Time: 11:30am – 6:30pm
Location: Splunk New York Office - 28 Liberty St, 6th Floor, New York, NY 10005

Toronto

Date: Wednesday, June 19, 2019
Time: 11:30am – 6:30pm
Location: Sheraton Centre Toronto - 123 Queen St W, Toronto, ON M5H 2M9, Canada

Washington, DC

Date: Wednesday, June 19, 2019
Time: 11:30am – 6:30pm
Location: Renaissance Downtown Hotel - 999 9th St NW, Washington, DC 20001

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Agenda

  • 10:30am-11:00am: Registration & Lunch
  • 11:00am-11:30am: Welcome & Introduction
  • 11:30am-4:00pm: BOTS Competition
  • 4:00pm-4:30pm: Awards & Closing
  • 4:30pm-5:30pm: Happy Hour

Venue Details

Chicago

Date: Wednesday, June 19, 2019
Time: 10:30am – 5:30pm
Location: Hyatt Regency O'Hare - 9300 W Bryn Mawr Ave, Rosemont, IL 60018

Houston

Date: Wednesday, June 19, 2019
Time: 10:30am – 5:30pm
Location: Hyatt Regency Houston Galleria - 2626 Sage Rd, Houston, TX 77056

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Agenda

  • 9:30am-10:00am: Registration & Breakfast
  • 10:00am-10:30am: Welcome & Introduction
  • 10:30am-12:00pm: BOTS Competition
  • 12:00pm-12:30pm: Working Lunch
  • 12:30pm-3:00pm: BOTS Competition Continues
  • 3:00pm-3:30pm: Awards & Closing

Venue Details

Denver

Date: Wednesday, June 19, 2019
Time: 9:30am – 3:30pm
Location: Grand Hyatt Denver - 750 Welton St, Denver, CO 80202

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Agenda

  • 8:30am-9:00am: Registration & Breakfast
  • 9:00am-9:30am: Welcome & Introduction
  • 9:30am-12:00pm: BOTS Competition
  • 12:00pm-12:30pm: Working Lunch
  • 12:30pm-2:00pm: BOTS Competition Continues
  • 2:00pm-2:30pm: Awards & Closing

Venue Details

Irvine

Date: Wednesday, June 19, 2019
Time: 8:30am – 2:30pm
Location: Westin South Coast Plaza - 686 Anton Blvd, Costa Mesa, CA 9262

San Jose

Date: Wednesday, June 19, 2019
Time: 8:30am – 2:30pm
Location: Splunk Santana Row Office - 3098 Olsen Drive, San Jose, CA 95128

Seattle

Date: Wednesday, June 19, 2019
Time: 8:30am – 2:30pm
Location: Hyatt Regency Bellevue - 1900 Bellevue Way NE, Bellevue, WA 98004

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