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Software Security Courses

Software security courses can help you learn secure coding practices, vulnerability assessment, threat modeling, and incident response strategies. You can build skills in risk analysis, penetration testing, and implementing security protocols across various software environments. Many courses introduce tools like static and dynamic analysis software, intrusion detection systems, and security frameworks, showing how these tools enhance your ability to protect applications from potential threats.

Popular Software Security Courses and Certifications


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    Board Infinity

    Security for Artificial Intelligence Software and Services

    Skills you'll gain: AI Security, Application Security, Secure Coding, Data Ethics, IT Security Architecture, Vulnerability Assessments, Responsible AI, Data Security, Security Controls, Cybersecurity, Security Awareness, Threat Management, Continuous Monitoring, Authorization (Computing), Encryption, Authentications, Penetration Testing

    3.4 stars, 21 reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 3.4 (21) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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  • U

    University of Colorado System

    Requirements Engineering: Secure Software Specifications

    Skills you'll gain: Requirements Elicitation, Software Design Documents, Requirements Analysis, Mockups, Security Requirements Analysis, Interviewing Skills, User Requirements Documents, Systems Development Life Cycle, Data Flow Diagrams (DFDs), Storyboarding, Functional Requirement, Goal Setting, Software Development Methodologies, Software Documentation, Diagram Design, Agile Methodology, Product Requirements, Unified Modeling Language, Risk Management Framework, Risking

    4.5 stars, 857 reviews, Beginner, Specialization, 3 - 6 Months

    ★ 4.5 (857) · Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Free trial
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  • C

    CertNexus

    CSC: Secure Software Testing and Maintenance

    Skills you'll gain: Security Testing, Application Security, Open Web Application Security Project (OWASP), Software Testing, Secure Coding, Test Tools, Regression Testing, Unit Testing, Penetration Testing, Security Controls, Computer Security, Test Driven Development (TDD), Debugging, User Acceptance Testing (UAT), Computer Programming, Python Programming, Node.JS, Information Privacy, JavaScript Frameworks, Javascript

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • I

    Infosec

    Writing Secure Code in iOS

    Skills you'll gain: Apple iOS, iOS Development, Open Web Application Security Project (OWASP), Swift Programming, Role-Based Access Control (RBAC), Vulnerability Assessments, Mobile Security, Software Testing, Mobile Development, Development Testing, Secure Coding, Authentications, Unit Testing, Application Security, Encryption, Knowledge of Apple Hardware, Security Testing, IT Security Architecture, Network Security, Mobile Development Tools

    Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • C

    Coursera

    Security Essentials for Modern Developers

    Skills you'll gain: Threat Modeling, Open Web Application Security Project (OWASP), DevSecOps, Secure Coding, Application Security, Threat Detection, Security Testing, Continuous Delivery, Continuous Integration, Vulnerability Assessments, CI/CD, Vulnerability Scanning, Security Controls, Risk Management Framework

    Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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  • C

    Coursera

    Evaluate, Create, and Analyze App Security

    Skills you'll gain: AI Security, Threat Modeling, Secure Coding, Vulnerability Scanning, Penetration Testing, Vulnerability Management, Dependency Analysis, Application Security, Cyber Security Assessment, Security Requirements Analysis, DevSecOps, Code Review, Package and Software Management, Risk Management Framework

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • S

    STARWEAVER

    Advanced Application Security with NIST, OWASP & CSA

    Skills you'll gain: Threat Modeling, Open Web Application Security Project (OWASP), Secure Coding, Application Security, Application Design, Cloud Security, Security Testing, Application Development, IT Security Architecture, Cloud Standards, Security Controls, Hybrid Cloud Computing, Cloud-Native Computing, Multi-Cloud, Software Development, Continuous Monitoring, CI/CD, Containerization, Dependency Analysis, Supply Chain

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: Preview
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  • C

    Coursera

    SonarQube Mastery: Continuous Code Inspection & Security

    Skills you'll gain: SonarQube, Continuous Integration, Code Coverage, Code Review, Vulnerability, Security Testing, CI/CD, Secure Coding, Application Security, Vulnerability Scanning, Continuous Delivery, DevSecOps, Software Quality Assurance, Maintainability, Vulnerability Management, Software Technical Review, Security Management, Data Integration, Quality Improvement, Analysis

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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  • U

    University of Colorado System

    Secure Software Design

    Skills you'll gain: Database Design, Software Design, Application Security, User Experience Design, Vulnerability Assessments, Database Theory, Unified Modeling Language, Unit Testing, Usability, UI/UX Research, Threat Modeling, Usability Testing, User Interface and User Experience (UI/UX) Design, Vulnerability Management, Data Flow Diagrams (DFDs), Relational Databases, Software Visualization, Security Software, Systems Development Life Cycle, Software Development Life Cycle

    4.6 stars, 438 reviews, Beginner, Specialization, 3 - 6 Months

    ★ 4.6 (438) · Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • B

    Board Infinity

    Introduction to DevSecOps

    Skills you'll gain: DevSecOps, DevOps, Application Security, Secure Coding, Security Testing, Continuous Delivery, CI/CD, Continuous Integration, Containerization, Vulnerability Scanning, Vulnerability Management, Security Management, Automation

    4.4 stars, 23 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.4 (23) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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  • S

    STARWEAVER

    Application Security Testing and Debugging for Developers

    Skills you'll gain: Open Web Application Security Project (OWASP), Security Testing, Cyber Security Strategy, Application Security, Vulnerability Scanning, Security Strategy, Penetration Testing, DevSecOps, Software Testing, Debugging, Cybersecurity, Vulnerability Assessments, Cyber Security Assessment, Secure Coding, Test Automation, Code Review, Vulnerability Management, Exploitation techniques, Technical Communication, Continuous Monitoring

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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  • C

    CertNexus

    Cyber Secure Software Developer (CSSD) (Exam CSD-110)

    Skills you'll gain: Application Security, Security Testing, DevSecOps, Secure Coding, Security Requirements Analysis, Open Web Application Security Project (OWASP), Cyber Security Assessment, Security Software, Software Design, Security Controls, Cyber Security Strategy, Computer Security, Information Systems Security, Security Strategy, Data Security, Network Security, Security Management, Application Development, Computer Programming, Python Programming

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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