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CMP6190 Building a Scalable Compliance Program for Growth-Driven Financial Services

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A tailored course, built for your situation

Building a Scalable Compliance Program for Growth-Driven Financial Services

A step-by-step implementation guide for CISOs building resilient, audit-ready security programs in fast-moving fintech environments

$199 one-time
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12 modules. 12 chapters per module. 144 chapters total.
12 modules, each with 12 chapters (144 chapters total), text-based, plus downloadable templates and a hand-built implementation playbook delivered alongside course access.
OWASP control packages that get pulled back for rework during final audit or regulator review cycles

The situation this course is for

Security leaders invest heavily in OWASP alignment, but still face last-minute revisions when control evidence is pulled into broader compliance packages. These delays create friction with development teams, extend audit timelines, and expose inconsistencies under external review.

Who this is for

Senior security and compliance leaders in financial services , particularly CISOs and Directors of Technology , who own application security standards and must deliver consistent, defensible control evidence across internal and external review cycles.

Who this is not for

Individual contributors focused only on code-level implementation, junior auditors, or teams operating in low-regulation environments without frequent external review cycles.

What you walk away with

  • Deliver a standardized, internally-adopted OWASP control package that survives external scrutiny without rework
  • Reduce audit cycle preparation time for app security evidence by eliminating last-minute fixes
  • Establish a clear handoff model between engineering, security, and compliance teams around OWASP evidence
  • Produce regulator-ready documentation that reflects actual implementation, not theoretical alignment
  • Lock down version-controlled updates to OWASP controls so changes are tracked and justified

The 12 modules (with all 144 chapters)

Module 1. Foundations of OWASP in Regulated Financial Environments
Understand how OWASP intersects with financial compliance requirements and establishes baseline expectations for secure development.
12 chapters in this module
  1. Mapping OWASP Top 10 to FINRA, FFIEC, and GLBA expectations
  2. How financial regulators interpret OWASP compliance in audits
  3. Differences between OWASP for fintech vs. other sectors
  4. Integrating OWASP into existing SOC 2 and PCI DSS controls
  5. Common misalignments between OWASP theory and financial audit evidence
  6. Establishing ownership of OWASP compliance across security and development
  7. Role of third-party vendors in OWASP control delivery
  8. Using OWASP to strengthen internal penetration testing standards
  9. Linking OWASP risks to enterprise risk management frameworks
  10. Documenting OWASP exceptions in a regulator-acceptable format
  11. Version control strategies for OWASP policy updates
  12. Benchmarking your OWASP maturity against peer financial institutions
Module 2. Designing a Scalable OWASP Control Framework
Build a modular, updatable control structure that scales with product development and organizational growth.
12 chapters in this module
  1. Modular design principles for OWASP control packages
  2. Creating reusable control templates for common application types
  3. Automating control assignment based on application risk tier
  4. Integrating OWASP controls into CI/CD pipeline governance
  5. Standardizing control language for cross-team consistency
  6. Versioning control sets for audit traceability
  7. Managing control drift across microservices architectures
  8. Using tags and metadata to streamline OWASP evidence retrieval
  9. Aligning control frequency with sprint cycles and release cadence
  10. Documenting control rationale for auditor review
  11. Linking controls to specific development team accountability
  12. Scaling OWASP oversight without increasing headcount
Module 3. OWASP Integration with Secure Development Lifecycle
Embed OWASP requirements into every phase of development, from planning to deployment.
12 chapters in this module
  1. Defining OWASP entry criteria for new project initiation
  2. Incorporating OWASP checklists into sprint planning meetings
  3. Automated security gates in pull request workflows
  4. Training developers on OWASP using real code examples
  5. Mapping developer roles to specific OWASP control responsibilities
  6. Using threat modeling sessions to prioritize OWASP items
  7. Integrating OWASP into user story definition and acceptance criteria
  8. Tracking OWASP task completion in Jira and similar tools
  9. Conducting OWASP-focused code reviews with engineering leads
  10. Measuring developer OWASP compliance over time
  11. Handling legacy applications in OWASP rollout plans
  12. Creating escalation paths for unresolved OWASP findings
Module 4. Automating Evidence Collection and Validation
Implement tools and workflows that automatically gather and verify OWASP compliance evidence.
12 chapters in this module
  1. Identifying which OWASP controls can be automated
  2. Integrating SAST and DAST tools into evidence pipelines
  3. Using APIs to pull scan results into compliance repositories
  4. Automating proof of remediation for common vulnerabilities
  5. Setting up dashboards for real-time OWASP compliance status
  6. Validating automated evidence with manual sampling plans
  7. Handling false positives in automated OWASP reporting
  8. Creating audit trails for automated control checks
  9. Scheduling recurring evidence collection jobs
  10. Ensuring automated evidence meets regulatory documentation standards
  11. Integrating with ServiceNow GRC for seamless evidence flow
  12. Building rollback procedures for failed automation runs
Module 5. Cross-Team Collaboration and Handoff Protocols
Define clear workflows for passing OWASP evidence between engineering, security, and compliance teams.
12 chapters in this module
  1. Designing handoff checkpoints between development and security
  2. Creating standardized evidence submission templates
  3. Defining SLAs for OWASP issue resolution and validation
  4. Conducting joint OWASP readiness reviews before audit cycles
  5. Using shared workspaces for OWASP documentation
  6. Running tabletop exercises for high-risk OWASP scenarios
  7. Aligning OWASP timelines with quarterly compliance calendars
  8. Managing handoffs during team transitions and reorganizations
  9. Documenting decisions made during OWASP triage meetings
  10. Creating escalation paths for stalled OWASP items
  11. Integrating legal and privacy teams into critical OWASP decisions
  12. Measuring handoff efficiency across teams
Module 6. Audit Preparation and Regulator Interaction
Prepare OWASP documentation to withstand internal and external audit scrutiny.
12 chapters in this module
  1. Anticipating common auditor questions about OWASP compliance
  2. Organizing evidence into regulator-friendly formats
  3. Preparing narratives for OWASP control exceptions
  4. Conducting mock audits for OWASP readiness
  5. Creating a single source of truth for all OWASP evidence
  6. Training spokespeople on OWASP talking points
  7. Responding to auditor findings with documented remediation plans
  8. Maintaining version history for all OWASP documentation
  9. Handling document requests during surprise audits
  10. Using past audit findings to strengthen OWASP posture
  11. Coordinating responses across legal, compliance, and engineering
  12. Building confidence in OWASP evidence before submission
Module 7. OWASP for Third-Party and Vendor Risk
Extend OWASP standards to vendor code and third-party integrations.
12 chapters in this module
  1. Assessing vendor OWASP compliance during procurement
  2. Incorporating OWASP into vendor contract language
  3. Conducting technical assessments of third-party code
  4. Requiring OWASP documentation in vendor onboarding
  5. Monitoring ongoing OWASP compliance for critical vendors
  6. Handling OWASP gaps in acquired or legacy systems
  7. Creating vendor-specific OWASP control variations
  8. Using SIG Lite and CAIQ to assess vendor maturity
  9. Managing open source component risks under OWASP
  10. Setting expectations for patch timelines on OWASP issues
  11. Coordinating vulnerability disclosure with vendors
  12. Building vendor scorecards that include OWASP performance
Module 8. Change Management and Control Updates
Manage updates to OWASP controls without disrupting operations or compliance posture.
12 chapters in this module
  1. Establishing a change advisory board for OWASP updates
  2. Assessing impact of new OWASP versions on existing controls
  3. Communicating changes to development and compliance teams
  4. Running pilot implementations before full rollout
  5. Documenting justification for control modifications
  6. Managing exceptions during transition periods
  7. Updating training materials after control changes
  8. Revalidating automated evidence collection post-update
  9. Aligning OWASP updates with product roadmap changes
  10. Handling rollback scenarios for problematic updates
  11. Measuring adoption of updated controls
  12. Archiving outdated control versions for audit history
Module 9. Metrics, Monitoring, and Continuous Improvement
Track OWASP performance over time and identify opportunities for refinement.
12 chapters in this module
  1. Defining KPIs for OWASP control effectiveness
  2. Tracking time to remediate OWASP-identified vulnerabilities
  3. Measuring developer compliance with OWASP coding standards
  4. Analyzing trends in recurring OWASP findings
  5. Benchmarking against industry averages for OWASP metrics
  6. Using dashboards to monitor OWASP health across the portfolio
  7. Conducting quarterly OWASP maturity assessments
  8. Identifying root causes of persistent control failures
  9. Setting targets for reducing OWASP-related rework
  10. Incorporating metrics into executive security reporting
  11. Linking OWASP performance to incident reduction rates
  12. Using feedback loops to refine OWASP implementation
Module 10. Incident Response and OWASP Alignment
Leverage OWASP controls to improve detection, response, and post-mortem analysis of security incidents.
12 chapters in this module
  1. Mapping OWASP controls to common attack vectors
  2. Using OWASP to guide incident triage and containment
  3. Reviewing OWASP compliance after security breaches
  4. Updating controls based on incident findings
  5. Conducting tabletop exercises using OWASP scenarios
  6. Integrating OWASP into playbooks for common vulnerabilities
  7. Assessing whether incidents could have been prevented by OWASP
  8. Documenting OWASP-related lessons learned
  9. Strengthening monitoring based on OWASP risk profiles
  10. Aligning post-mortem recommendations with OWASP updates
  11. Training IR teams on OWASP application contexts
  12. Using OWASP to prioritize patching during active incidents
Module 11. Executive Communication and Strategic Positioning
Present OWASP compliance in a way that resonates with senior leadership and supports strategic goals.
12 chapters in this module
  1. Translating OWASP technical details into business risk terms
  2. Creating executive summaries for OWASP status reports
  3. Highlighting cost savings from reduced audit findings
  4. Positioning OWASP as an enabler of faster product delivery
  5. Using OWASP to justify security investment requests
  6. Aligning OWASP progress with company-wide risk appetite
  7. Presenting OWASP metrics in board-level dashboards
  8. Connecting OWASP to customer trust and brand protection
  9. Communicating OWASP wins to internal stakeholders
  10. Positioning your team as proactive on security standards
  11. Using OWASP to support merger and acquisition due diligence
  12. Building credibility through consistent OWASP execution
Module 12. Sustaining and Scaling the Program Long-Term
Ensure the OWASP compliance program remains effective as the organization grows and evolves.
12 chapters in this module
  1. Planning for OWASP scalability in new business lines
  2. Onboarding new teams to existing OWASP standards
  3. Maintaining consistency across geographic locations
  4. Updating training programs for new hires
  5. Conducting annual OWASP program reviews
  6. Evaluating tools and platforms for long-term support
  7. Building redundancy into OWASP oversight roles
  8. Creating succession plans for key OWASP responsibilities
  9. Integrating OWASP into M&A integration playbooks
  10. Adapting to new regulations that impact OWASP requirements
  11. Fostering a culture of continuous security improvement
  12. Measuring long-term ROI of the OWASP compliance program

How this maps to your situation

  • New product launches requiring fast security sign-off
  • Upcoming external audit cycles with regulator participation
  • Integration of acquired teams with differing security practices
  • Increased pressure to reduce time spent on compliance rework

Before vs. after

Before
Spending weeks assembling OWASP evidence, only to have it questioned or sent back during audit cycles.
After
Delivering a consistent, defensible OWASP control package that passes review on first submission.

What's included with your purchase

  • 12 modules with 12 chapters each (144 chapters)
  • Downloadable templates and worked examples for every module
  • Hand-built implementation playbook delivered alongside course access
  • 30-day money-back guarantee

Delivery and format

  • Course and learning environment access provisioned within 24 hours of purchase
  • Hand-built implementation playbook delivered alongside course access

Format: Text-based modules and chapters in the Art of Service learning environment, plus downloadable templates and worked examples for every chapter, plus the hand-built implementation playbook delivered alongside course access.

Time investment: Approximately 90 minutes per week over six weeks, with self-paced access for 12 months.

If nothing changes
Continuing to face last-minute rework on OWASP documentation increases audit cycle times, creates friction with engineering teams, and risks inconsistencies being flagged during regulator reviews.

How this compares to the alternatives

Unlike generic OWASP training or one-size-fits-all compliance courses, this program is tailored to financial services contexts and focuses on implementation-grade deliverables that withstand real audit scrutiny.

Frequently asked

Is this course technical or strategic?
It's implementation-focused, bridging technical controls and strategic compliance needs for CISOs and senior security leaders.
How is the course structured?
12 modules, each containing 12 chapters (144 chapters total).
Will this help with external auditor expectations?
Yes, every module is designed to produce evidence that aligns with how financial regulators assess OWASP compliance.
$199 one-time. Approximately 90 minutes per week over six weeks, with self-paced access for 12 months..

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