# GIAC Certifications

> Global Information Assurance Certification, the technical cyber credential.

GIAC certifications are the technical counterpart to ISC2's CISSP: deeply hands-on and aligned with SANS training. Popular credentials include GSEC, GCIH, GCIA, GPEN, GCFA, and GSE (the industry's most respected technical certification).

- **Category:** [Communities & Associations](https://gracker.ai/cyber-resources/communities)
- **Website:** https://www.giac.org
- **Location:** North Bethesda, MD, USA
- **Verified:** Yes
- **Last updated:** April 21, 2026

## Frequently asked questions

### What is GIAC Certifications?

GIAC is a cybersecurity certification body founded in 1999, affiliated with SANS Institute. It offers 40+ practitioner-focused certifications across offensive security, defense, incident response, cloud, and leadership, with more than 200,000 credentials issued.

### Where is GIAC Certifications based?

GIAC Certifications is based in North Bethesda, MD, USA.

### What is GIAC Certifications listed under on Cyber Resources?

GIAC Certifications is listed in the Communities & Associations category of Cyber Resources, the curated directory of the cybersecurity marketing and growth ecosystem.