Skip to main content
Image coming soon

Leading SAFe in Cybersecurity Transformation

$199.00
Adding to cart… The item has been added

A tailored course, built for your situation

Leading SAFe in Cybersecurity Transformation

Integrate Agile leadership with security-first product delivery at scale

$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.
Agile at scale often sacrifices security depth for speed, this course closes the gap without slowing momentum.

The situation this course is for

Organizations adopt SAFe to scale delivery, but struggle to embed cybersecurity rigor into PI planning, DevSecOps pipelines, and ART governance. Leaders with both SAFe and security fluency are rare, creating a strategic gap. Without structured integration, teams either slow down to audit or ship with residual risk. The pressure to deliver fast and secure is real, and most playbooks don’t address both.

Who this is for

A certified SAFe Agilist and PMP with Agile coaching experience, now leading or advising in environments where cybersecurity compliance, audit readiness, and secure delivery velocity are critical. Knows Scrum and SAFe mechanics but needs deeper integration with security frameworks.

Who this is not for

This is not for Agile beginners, entry-level Scrum Masters without leadership scope, or professionals focused solely on application development without governance or compliance exposure.

What you walk away with

  • Lead ARTs where security is embedded, not bolted on
  • Align PI planning with NIST and ISO 27001 controls
  • Coach product owners on threat modeling in backlog refinement
  • Design DevSecOps pipelines compliant with audit requirements
  • Translate cybersecurity risk into Agile portfolio prioritization

The 12 modules (with all 144 chapters)

Module 1. SAFe Security Challenges in Practice
Examine why security fails in scaled Agile and how certified Agilists can close the gap using governance, culture, and technical practices.
12 chapters in this module
  1. Security gaps in ART execution
  2. Common SAFe anti-patterns
  3. Compliance vs. agility tension
  4. Risk ownership in Agile teams
  5. Audit readiness in sprints
  6. Security champions model
  7. SAFe roles and security duties
  8. PI planning security gates
  9. Metrics that mislead
  10. Feedback loops breakdown
  11. Toolchain fragmentation
  12. Leadership accountability gaps
Module 2. Cybersecurity Foundations for Agilists
Translate core security concepts into Agile language for better collaboration with CISO teams and security architects.
12 chapters in this module
  1. Threat modeling basics
  2. Attack vectors in sprints
  3. Vulnerability lifecycle
  4. Zero trust in Agile delivery
  5. Security controls mapping
  6. OWASP top risks
  7. Encryption in CI/CD
  8. Identity in Agile systems
  9. Data classification rules
  10. Incident response roles
  11. Patch cadence planning
  12. Log integrity in pipelines
Module 3. Integrating NIST into PI Planning
Align Program Increment outcomes with NIST CSF controls to satisfy compliance without sacrificing flow.
12 chapters in this module
  1. NIST CSF overview
  2. Map capabilities to controls
  3. PI objectives alignment
  4. Risk register integration
  5. Compliance as backlog item
  6. Security KPIs in dashboards
  7. Audit evidence automation
  8. Control ownership matrix
  9. Sprint-level evidence
  10. Cross-team control gaps
  11. Control review ceremonies
  12. Evidence retention rules
Module 4. DevSecOps Pipeline Design
Build secure, compliant pipelines that don’t slow delivery, only remove risk.
12 chapters in this module
  1. Shift-left testing
  2. SAST integration points
  3. DAST in staging
  4. SCA tool selection
  5. Secrets management
  6. Pipeline hardening
  7. Automated compliance gates
  8. Approval workflow design
  9. Rollback security
  10. Immutable logs setup
  11. Pipeline access controls
  12. Audit trail generation
Module 5. Security in Backlog Refinement
Teach product owners to prioritize security work without inflating story points or delaying features.
12 chapters in this module
  1. Security as user story
  2. Threat stories format
  3. Risk-based prioritization
  4. Acceptance criteria templates
  5. Definition of secure
  6. Security spike types
  7. Bug vs. risk classification
  8. Triage with security team
  9. Backlog refinement flow
  10. Security epic framing
  11. Risk burn-down tracking
  12. Stakeholder communication
Module 6. Leading Security-Agile Teams
Coach teams to own security outcomes, not just follow checklists.
12 chapters in this module
  1. Psychological safety
  2. Blameless post-mortems
  3. Security champions program
  4. Team accountability model
  5. Feedback on security debt
  6. Motivation in compliance
  7. Conflict over controls
  8. Coaching on risk trade-offs
  9. Team metrics review
  10. Security habit building
  11. Retention of practices
  12. Cross-team mentoring
Module 7. Risk-Based Roadmap Development
Create product roadmaps where security risk informs investment, not just market demand.
12 chapters in this module
  1. Risk-adjusted ROI
  2. Threat landscape inputs
  3. Security dependency mapping
  4. Roadmap risk scoring
  5. Stakeholder risk tolerance
  6. Scenario planning
  7. Risk communication plan
  8. Roadmap versioning
  9. External audit input
  10. Regulatory change tracking
  11. Competitor risk posture
  12. Board-level reporting
Module 8. ISO 27001 and Agile Integration
Meet ISO 27001 requirements while maintaining Agile delivery rhythm and innovation pace.
12 chapters in this module
  1. ISO 27001 clauses
  2. A.12.6 in sprints
  3. Change management alignment
  4. Access control in Agile
  5. Asset management process
  6. Risk treatment plans
  7. Internal audit prep
  8. Document retention
  9. Compliance automation
  10. Evidence collection
  11. Policy exception handling
  12. Management review input
Module 9. Security Metrics That Matter
Replace vanity metrics with meaningful indicators of secure delivery health.
12 chapters in this module
  1. Mean time to detect
  2. Vulnerability half-life
  3. Control coverage score
  4. Security test pass rate
  5. Compliance drift index
  6. Risk reduction velocity
  7. Security debt ratio
  8. Audit finding closure
  9. Team security maturity
  10. Incident recurrence
  11. Patch compliance rate
  12. Threat simulation results
Module 10. Scaling Security Across ARTs
Ensure consistent security practices across multiple Agile Release Trains.
12 chapters in this module
  1. Common security backlog
  2. Cross-ART security guild
  3. Standardized tooling
  4. Shared DevSecOps pipelines
  5. Security PI objectives
  6. Inter-ART dependencies
  7. Security in solution trains
  8. Architecture alignment
  9. Security architecture reviews
  10. Central vs. embedded roles
  11. Metrics aggregation
  12. Governance cadence
Module 11. Board-Level Security Communication
Translate technical risk into strategic business language for executives and boards.
12 chapters in this module
  1. Risk heat mapping
  2. Business impact framing
  3. Investment justification
  4. Risk appetite alignment
  5. Incident scenario planning
  6. Cyber insurance linkage
  7. Third-party risk reporting
  8. Breach cost modeling
  9. Reputation impact
  10. Insurance claim readiness
  11. Regulatory fines estimate
  12. Board presentation design
Module 12. Future-Proofing Security Agility
Stay ahead of emerging threats, standards, and Agile evolution.
12 chapters in this module
  1. AI in security testing
  2. Quantum threat readiness
  3. Zero trust evolution
  4. SLSA framework
  5. SBOM integration
  6. AI-driven compliance
  7. Autonomous pentesting
  8. Privacy-preserving analytics
  9. Decentralized identity
  10. Post-quantum migration
  11. Resilience engineering
  12. Next-gen SAFe integration

How this maps to your situation

  • ART leadership with security lag
  • PI planning without compliance alignment
  • DevSecOps pipeline gaps
  • Board communication on cyber risk

Before vs. after

Before
Security feels like a gate at the end or a set of disconnected tools slowing delivery.
After
Security is embedded, automated, and accelerates trust, teams ship faster with less risk.

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 3-4 hours per module, designed for integration into real-world delivery cycles.

If nothing changes
Without structured integration of security into Agile leadership, organizations either delay delivery for audits or accept unacceptable risk, leaving leaders exposed during incidents or compliance reviews.

How this compares to the alternatives

Generic SAFe training ignores security depth; cybersecurity bootcamps lack Agile integration. This course uniquely bridges both with field-tested practices.

Frequently asked

Why focus on both SAFe and cybersecurity?
Because scaling Agile without security creates risk, and securing without agility creates drag. This course closes the gap.
How is the course structured?
12 modules, each containing 12 chapters (144 chapters total).
Is this suitable for non-technical leaders?
Yes, it’s designed for Agilists, coaches, and leaders who need to integrate security, not write code.
$199 one-time. Approximately 3-4 hours per module, designed for integration into real-world delivery cycles..

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
!