A tailored course, built for your situation
Mastering CIS Controls for Senior Software Developers
Build unshakable command of cybersecurity’s most actionable control framework
$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.
Most engineers learn CIS Controls reactively, through audits or compliance checklists. This course flips that: you’ll internalise the framework proactively, as a design language.
The situation this course is for
Without structured mastery, practitioners fall back on fragmented checklists. That leads to rework, misaligned controls, and missed opportunities to influence security architecture at the code level.
Who this is for
Senior Software Developer working at the intersection of code, systems, and security; values precision, clarity, and frameworks that translate into implementation
Who this is not for
Entry-level developers, general IT staff, or compliance officers without technical implementation experience
What you walk away with
- Internalise all 20 CIS Controls and their priority sub-controls
- Map CIS Controls to NIST CSF, ISO 27001, and SOC 2 requirements
- Implement controls in CI/CD pipelines with automated validation
- Confidently contribute to security architecture discussions using CIS terminology
- Produce audit-ready documentation aligned with control expectations
The 12 modules (with all 144 chapters)
Module 1. Introduction to CIS Controls
Understand the origin, evolution, and real-world impact of the CIS Controls framework.
12 chapters in this module
- What are CIS Controls
- History of development
- Version 8 updates
- Control vs safeguard
- Community adoption
- Mapping to regulations
- Role in audits
- Control families overview
- Benchmark sources
- Implementation tiers
- Adoption trends
- Use case examples
Module 2. Inventory and Control of Hardware Assets
Master control of device lifecycle and hardware tracking across environments.
12 chapters in this module
- Asset inventory scope
- Automated discovery
- Hardware tagging
- Lifecycle tracking
- Decommissioning process
- Unauthorized device policy
- Network-based detection
- Cloud instance tracking
- Virtual hardware control
- Hardware encryption
- Remote device management
- Audit evidence standards
Module 3. Inventory and Control of Software Assets
Gain full visibility into software deployment, licensing, and vulnerabilities.
12 chapters in this module
- Software inventory scope
- Approved software list
- Whitelisting methods
- Auto-discovery tools
- Shadow IT detection
- Version control
- End-of-life tracking
- Uninstall policy
- Software audit trail
- License compliance
- Container image control
- Evidence for assessors
Module 4. Continuous Vulnerability Management
Implement proactive scanning and remediation workflows across the stack.
12 chapters in this module
- Vulnerability lifecycle
- Scanning frequency
- Critical systems coverage
- Patch deployment
- Automated response
- Third-party scoring
- CVSS integration
- Zero-day response
- Prioritisation matrix
- Reporting cadence
- Integration with SIEM
- Remediation SLAs
Module 5. Controlled Use of Administrative Privileges
Secure admin access with policy, rotation, and just-in-time workflows.
12 chapters in this module
- Privileged account inventory
- MFA enforcement
- Time-limited access
- Privilege tiers
- Break-glass accounts
- Session logging
- Password rotation
- PAM tools
- Escalation workflow
- Audit trail standards
- Emergency access policy
- Privilege reduction
Module 6. Secure Configuration for Hardware and Software
Enforce hardened baselines across devices, servers, and cloud instances.
12 chapters in this module
- Baseline standards
- CIS Benchmarks use
- STIGs integration
- CIS-CAT Pro use
- Golden images
- Configuration drift
- Remediation automation
- Cloud security groups
- OS hardening
- Application baselines
- Validation scripts
- Compliance reporting
Module 7. Maintenance, Monitoring, and Analysis of Audit Logs
Configure and maintain logging systems to detect and investigate incidents.
12 chapters in this module
- Log retention policy
- Centralised logging
- Log integrity
- SIEM integration
- Event correlation
- Anomaly detection
- Incident response
- Retention compliance
- Log validation
- User behaviour analytics
- Automated alerts
- Forensic readiness
Module 8. Email and Web Browser Protections
Reduce attack surface through secure browser and email client configuration.
12 chapters in this module
- Browser update policy
- Plugin control
- Phishing filters
- Email attachment scanning
- URL rewriting
- Sandboxing
- Domain reputation
- Browser isolation
- User training integration
- Web filtering
- Secure defaults
- Audit evidence
Module 9. Malware Defenses
Deploy layered anti-malware systems with endpoint detection and response.
12 chapters in this module
- AV selection criteria
- EDR implementation
- Signature updates
- Behavioural monitoring
- Sandboxing
- Quarantine process
- Zero-day detection
- Cloud-based protection
- Recovery workflows
- Endpoint visibility
- Threat intelligence feeds
- Reporting metrics
Module 10. Limitation and Control of Network Ports, Protocols, and Services
Harden network perimeters with service-level access controls.
12 chapters in this module
- Port inventory
- Service discovery
- Firewall rules
- Default deny policy
- Inbound filtering
- Outbound filtering
- Network segmentation
- Micro-segmentation
- Service hardening
- Protocol validation
- Port scanning
- Compliance checks
Module 11. Data Recovery
Ensure reliable backup and rapid recovery of critical systems and data.
12 chapters in this module
- Backup frequency
- Retention periods
- Encryption in transit
- Encryption at rest
- Offsite storage
- Air-gapped backups
- Ransomware protection
- Recovery testing
- Point-in-time restore
- Critical system list
- Recovery SLAs
- Audit validation
Module 12. Implementation and Leadership
Lead CIS Controls adoption across teams with governance and metrics.
12 chapters in this module
- Leadership buy-in
- Control ownership
- KPI tracking
- Progress reporting
- Cross-team coordination
- Training roll-out
- Third-party validation
- Continuous improvement
- Gap assessment
- Roadmap development
- Stakeholder updates
- Certification prep
How this maps to your situation
- Onboarding and context setting
- Immediate implementation needs
- Cross-functional collaboration
- Leadership and governance
Before vs. after
Before
Relying on fragmented checklists and reactive compliance inputs
After
Confidently designing and implementing systems grounded in the full CIS Controls framework
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 for completion over 6-8 weeks with steady progress.
If nothing changes
Without structured command of CIS Controls, engineers risk building on unstable security foundations, leading to rework, audit findings, and missed opportunities to lead in security-sensitive projects.
How this compares to the alternatives
Unlike generic security courses, this program focuses exclusively on the CIS Controls framework with technical depth, implementation templates, and mappings to real-world engineering contexts.
Frequently asked
Who is this course for?
Senior software developers, DevSecOps engineers, and technical leads who need deep fluency in the CIS Controls framework for implementation and audit contexts.
How is the course structured?
12 modules, each containing 12 chapters (144 chapters total).
Is there hands-on work?
Yes, each module includes downloadable templates, real-world examples, and an implementation playbook to apply concepts directly.
$199 one-time. Approximately 3 hours per module, designed for completion over 6-8 weeks with steady progress..
Within 24 hours your account in the learning environment is provisioned and the tailored implementation playbook is delivered alongside it.
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