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More Defensible Security Outputs the First Time with OWASP

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A tailored course, built for your situation

More Defensible Security Outputs the First Time with OWASP

Build polished, accurate, and auditable security controls from the start, using structured OWASP practices that reduce rework and elevate your impact as an SDE.

$199 one-time
24-hour access provisioning 30-day money-back guarantee Hand-built implementation playbook
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.

Who this is for

Mid-level software engineer in a high-velocity environment, working at the intersection of development and security, with exposure to compliance-sensitive systems and a need to deliver trustworthy outputs quickly.

Who this is not for

This course is not for security analysts, auditors, or GRC specialists whose work begins after code is written. It’s for builders who own the first version of truth in secure design.

What you walk away with

  • Produce complete and accurate threat models on the first pass
  • Reduce revision cycles in security reviews by embedding OWASP checklists early
  • Create polished, auditable design documentation that stands up to scrutiny
  • Confidently map controls to OWASP ASVS without gaps or guesswork
  • Deliver security artefacts that require no rework before audit or handoff

The 12 modules (with all 144 chapters)

Module 1. First-Time Completeness in Threat Modeling
Learn to capture all attack surfaces and data flows in a single pass using structured OWASP templates validated in high-velocity environments.
12 chapters in this module
  1. Define scope with boundary clarity
  2. Map data flow in one iteration
  3. Identify trust zones accurately
  4. Spot privilege escalations early
  5. Classify data sensitivity correctly
  6. Tag third-party dependencies
  7. Apply STRIDE consistently
  8. Avoid missing horizontal moves
  9. Include logging in initial model
  10. Validate with peer checklist
  11. Document assumptions cleanly
  12. Produce audit-ready diagrams
Module 2. OWASP ASVS as a Design Companion
Use ASVS not as a checklist after the fact, but as a live guide during design to embed compliance by construction.
12 chapters in this module
  1. Map requirements during sprint planning
  2. Assign controls to user stories
  3. Embed authentication checks early
  4. Enforce session security by default
  5. Validate input in design phase
  6. Set encryption expectations upfront
  7. Integrate logging into flow
  8. Define error-handling standards
  9. Secure API contracts first
  10. Apply API versioning rules
  11. Enforce transport security
  12. Document control ownership
Module 3. Polished Documentation on First Draft
Develop the habit of writing clear, complete, and authoritative security documentation that requires no clean-up before sharing.
12 chapters in this module
  1. Structure narratives logically
  2. Use consistent terminology
  3. Include version context
  4. Cite OWASP sources directly
  5. Add traceability tags
  6. Format for readability
  7. Write for reviewer reuse
  8. Avoid ambiguous phrasing
  9. Attach evidence links
  10. Clarify scope boundaries
  11. Note exceptions transparently
  12. Archive prior decisions
Module 4. Accurate Control Mapping to Standards
Precisely align your implementation with OWASP ASVS levels and avoid over- or under-scoping security effort.
12 chapters in this module
  1. Determine correct ASVS level
  2. Map controls to application tier
  3. Assign verification methods
  4. Track completion status
  5. Avoid scope creep
  6. Identify false positives
  7. Document rationale for gaps
  8. Reference external frameworks
  9. Link to architecture diagrams
  10. Update as system evolves
  11. Version control mappings
  12. Produce summary matrices
Module 5. Defensible Design Review Packages
Assemble review-ready packages that anticipate questions and reduce back-and-forth with reviewers.
12 chapters in this module
  1. Bundle narrative with evidence
  2. Highlight high-risk areas
  3. Include threat model summary
  4. Add control mapping table
  5. Reference OWASP checklists
  6. Note deviation justifications
  7. Attach data flow diagrams
  8. List third-party components
  9. Explain encryption choices
  10. Clarify authZ boundaries
  11. Show logging strategy
  12. Prepare for penetration test
Module 6. Secure API Design with OWASP
Design APIs that meet ASVS L1 and L2 requirements by default, reducing rework from security testing.
12 chapters in this module
  1. Enforce HTTPS from start
  2. Validate input rigorously
  3. Implement output encoding
  4. Rate limit by design
  5. Authenticate all endpoints
  6. Authorize with least privilege
  7. Log all access attempts
  8. Prevent mass assignment
  9. Manage versioning safely
  10. Secure error responses
  11. Handle file uploads securely
  12. Document endpoints clearly
Module 7. Embedding Security in CI/CD
Integrate OWASP-driven quality gates into pipelines so security keeps pace with velocity.
12 chapters in this module
  1. Add SAST in pre-commit
  2. Run DAST in staging
  3. Enforce dependency checks
  4. Fail builds on high-risk
  5. Tag findings by severity
  6. Integrate OWASP ZAP
  7. Auto-generate reports
  8. Track debt trends
  9. Set quality thresholds
  10. Notify owners automatically
  11. Archive scan history
  12. Update baselines quarterly
Module 8. Secure Authentication Patterns
Implement login, session, and identity flows that meet OWASP ASVS without custom patchwork.
12 chapters in this module
  1. Use standard libraries
  2. Avoid homegrown crypto
  3. Enforce MFA options
  4. Set session timeouts
  5. Regenerate tokens
  6. Protect against brute force
  7. Secure password reset
  8. Validate redirect URIs
  9. Handle logout correctly
  10. Log auth events
  11. Prevent session fixation
  12. Audit identity flows
Module 9. Input Validation and Output Encoding
Apply OWASP-recommended techniques to neutralize injection risks across all entry points.
12 chapters in this module
  1. Sanitize all user inputs
  2. Use parameterized queries
  3. Encode output contextually
  4. Escape HTML safely
  5. Validate file types
  6. Limit upload sizes
  7. Scan for malware
  8. Validate API payloads
  9. Prevent XSS vectors
  10. Block code injection
  11. Filter dangerous characters
  12. Log validation failures
Module 10. Error Handling and Logging
Design systems that fail gracefully and provide useful telemetry without leaking secrets.
12 chapters in this module
  1. Return generic messages
  2. Log full context internally
  3. Mask PII in logs
  4. Avoid stack traces
  5. Set log retention
  6. Encrypt log storage
  7. Monitor error rates
  8. Alert on anomalies
  9. Classify incident severity
  10. Support forensic review
  11. Rotate log files
  12. Archive for compliance
Module 11. Third-Party Risk Integration
Assess and document external components with OWASP guidance to reduce supply chain exposure.
12 chapters in this module
  1. Inventory open-source use
  2. Check for known CVEs
  3. Verify license compliance
  4. Assess maintainability
  5. Enforce update policies
  6. Require SBOMs
  7. Audit vendor code
  8. Set integration boundaries
  9. Monitor for drift
  10. Enforce signing
  11. Isolate high-risk deps
  12. Document risk acceptance
Module 12. Repeatable Security Artefacts
Turn one-time outputs into reusable assets that compound quality across projects.
12 chapters in this module
  1. Template threat models
  2. Standardize design docs
  3. Version control patterns
  4. Share checklists
  5. Archive review packages
  6. Publish internal guides
  7. Update for new threats
  8. Train peers on templates
  9. Automate common sections
  10. Link to architecture
  11. Measure reuse rate
  12. Govern template changes

How this maps to your situation

  • Delivering secure designs in agile sprints
  • Responding to internal audit requests
  • Preparing for external penetration tests
  • Onboarding new services with security parity

Before vs. after

Before
Security outputs require multiple rounds of revision before acceptance. Documentation lacks polish and traceability. Control mapping feels reactive.
After
First-draft artefacts are complete, accurate, and defensible. Review cycles shorten. Your work sets the standard for quality across teams.

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 3 hours per module , designed to fit around sprint cycles, with just-in-time learning for active projects.

How this compares to the alternatives

Unlike generic OWASP overviews or certification prep, this course focuses on producing high-quality, reusable security outputs from the first draft , tailored for engineers in companies with complex, compliance-sensitive systems.

Frequently asked

Is this course about passing a certification?
No. This course is focused on building higher-quality security outputs with OWASP as a guide , not test preparation.
How is the course structured?
12 modules, each containing 12 chapters (144 chapters total).
Can I use this in regulated industries?
Yes. The practices are used in fintech, healthtech, and platforms with compliance obligations like SOC 2 and ISO 27001.
$199 one-time. Approximately 3 hours per module , designed to fit around sprint cycles, with just-in-time learning for active projects..

Within 24 hours your account in the learning environment is provisioned and the tailored implementation playbook is delivered alongside it.

30-day money-back guarantee· 144 chapters· Hand-built playbook included· Account access within 24 hours
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