This comprehensive course on Secure Software Development is designed to help IT professionals integrate security at every stage of the Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC), following the CISSP curriculum. The course starts with an introduction to security considerations in software development and how to choose the appropriate development methodology, including process-driven and agile-based approaches. You’ll explore the use of security controls, risk analysis, and methodologies such as the Capability Maturity Model (CMM) and Software Assurance Maturity Model (SAMM) to enhance the security of your development processes.
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Secure Software Development
This course is part of CISSP Certified Information Systems Security Professional Specialization
Instructor: Packt - Course Instructors
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What you'll learn
Apply secure coding standards to reduce vulnerabilities at the source-code level.
Conduct comprehensive application security testing and manage post-deployment risks effectively.
Implement auditing, logging, and change management processes to ensure secure software development and maintenance.
Assess the security of third-party, open-source, and cloud-based software to identify and mitigate potential risks.
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There are 2 modules in this course
This module focuses on the integration of security into the Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC) and selecting appropriate development methodologies. Learners will explore how to choose secure software development methods, including both process-driven and agile-based approaches. This module will also cover frameworks such as Capability Maturity Model (CMM) and SAMM, and the role of Integrated Product Teams (IPT) in improving the quality and security of software products. By mastering these concepts, learners will be able to implement secure practices throughout the development lifecycle.
What's included
8 videos2 readings
This module emphasizes secure coding practices, software configuration management, and application security testing within the SDLC. Learners will delve into risk analysis, mitigating programming language risks, and evaluating security in various software environments, including third-party, open-source, and cloud-based software. The module also covers API security, auditing, and logging of software changes. By mastering these areas, learners will be able to develop, deploy, and maintain secure software while managing associated risks.
What's included
14 videos1 reading1 assignment
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Frequently asked questions
Yes, you can preview the first video and view the syllabus before you enroll. You must purchase the course to access content not included in the preview.
If you decide to enroll in the course before the session start date, you will have access to all of the lecture videos and readings for the course. You’ll be able to submit assignments once the session starts.
Once you enroll and your session begins, you will have access to all videos and other resources, including reading items and the course discussion forum. You’ll be able to view and submit practice assessments, and complete required graded assignments to earn a grade and a Course Certificate.