Information Security Conference in Miami will be offering a variety of live information security certifications and technical training classes

Albuquerque, United States (July 03, 2009) /ChinaNewswire.com/ — Hacker Halted USA 2009, a comprehensive and complete information security conference hosted by EC-Council, will see the launch of the Hacker Halted Academy in Miami, Florida.

Understanding the growing demands for quality security training globally, Hacker Halted Academy will be offering a comprehensive suite of exam preparatory classes for industry recognized information security certifications such as the Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH), Computer Hacking Forensic Investigator (CHFI), NSA IAM/IEM, ISO 27001, CISSP, CISA and CISM among others.

In addition, there will be several technical training classes covering key information security components such as Web Application Security and Hacking, Secure Programming, Wireless Hacking, Virtualization Security, as well as IT Governance, Risk Management and Compliance.

Said Leonard Chin, Conference Director for Hacker Halted USA 2009, "We recognize the need for training of the highest quality, and we are extremely pleased to have some of the top training companies offering a comprehensive suite of information security training at Hacker Halted Academy with the best instructors. Attendees will definitely be spoilt for choice while selecting the most relevant training for themselves."

Hacker Halted Academy, held from September 20 – 22, will offer some of the most sought after information security technical training & certification classes. NGS Software, Global Knowledge, Foundstone, Veridion, Security Horizon, Netcom Info, and Aspect Security are some of the best in the field that are offering training classes. Coupled with an impressive list of internationally recognized trainers that includes Larry Greenblatt, Clement Dupuis, Michael Gregg, Tom Bowers, Tim Pierson, Edward Haletkey and Sanjay Anand, Hacker Halted Academy will be the ideal platform for information security professionals globally to earn that desired and respected security certification, or to obtain cutting edge technical skills.

For more information about Hacker Halted Academy, please visit http://www.hackerhalted.com/academy

About Hacker Halted USA 2009
Hacker Halted USA 2009 is a complete and comprehensive information security conference hosted by EC-Council, a global leading certification body. The event will be held at the Hilton Miami Downtown, from Sep 20 – 25, 2009. With world renowned security experts including Howard Schmidt, Dave Litchfield, Ira Winkler, Ari Takanen, GM Hardy, Ron Gula and other influential security gurus, sharing and presenting intriguing case studies and findings, this conference is set to be the perfect platform for information security professionals to enhance knowledge and exchange views, as well as network with peers within the community. All participants of the conference will be entitled to attend one of three specially customized security training workshop, worth $599, at no additional cost on Sep 25. This will further enhance the value for all attendees. Refer to website for more details.

In addition, EC-Council will be offering a heavily subsidized rate for all government and military personnel who wishes to participate in the conference. Visit the website to find out more about this offer.

Since 2004, the global series of Hacker Halted has been successfully organized in many cities including Myrtle Beach, Dubai, Singapore, Kuala Lumpur, Taipei and Tokyo. Other cities slated to host the event in 2009 are Seoul, Hyderabad and Kuala Lumpur. Presented by EC-Council, a leading international certification authority, the objective of the Hacker Halted conference series is to raise international awareness towards increased education and ethics in Information Security. http://www.hackerhalted.com

CONTACT INFORMATION

• Mr. Leonard Chin
  Conference Director
  Email: leonard@eccouncil.org
  Website: http://www.hackerhalted.com