A tailored course, built for your situation
Mastering OWASP for Information Technology Managers
A structured path to owning secure application delivery in complex environments
$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.
Stuck reacting to security reviews instead of shaping them?
The situation this course is for
Many IT leaders with deep systems experience find themselves sidelined in application security conversations, even though their operational insight is critical. Without a structured approach to OWASP, influence defaults to auditors or external consultants who lack context.
Who this is for
Senior IT managers in regulated enterprises who oversee data systems and integration, and who are positioned to expand influence into application security and vendor governance
Who this is not for
Junior developers, standalone security analysts, or practitioners without oversight of production data systems or cross-functional delivery
What you walk away with
- Map OWASP Top 10 risks directly to your current application stack with confidence
- Lead vendor security reviews with a structured, repeatable assessment framework
- Anticipate audit findings by aligning controls to OWASP and internal compliance expectations
- Document security decision rationales that stand up to internal and external scrutiny
- Position yourself as the go-to reviewer for application security escalations
The 12 modules (with all 144 chapters)
Module 1. Understanding OWASP in Enterprise Contexts
Ground OWASP principles in real-world IT operations, focusing on integration with existing compliance and data governance frameworks.
12 chapters in this module
- What OWASP really governs
- OWASP vs internal security policy
- Common misconceptions in regulated firms
- Mapping threats to business impact
- The role of IT leadership
- How frameworks evolve
- Vendor claims vs reality
- Benchmarking maturity levels
- Security debt tradeoffs
- Incident response triggers
- Documentation standards
- Stakeholder expectations
Module 2. Threat Modeling for Complex Data Flows
Apply OWASP threat modeling to systems with distributed data, focusing on Thomson Reuters, type environments with layered compliance needs.
12 chapters in this module
- Data flow mapping techniques
- Identifying trust boundaries
- API exposure points
- Third-party integration risks
- Legacy system interactions
- Authentication chokepoints
- Session management pitfalls
- Error handling exposures
- Logging blind spots
- Privilege escalation paths
- Data exfiltration vectors
- Modeling review cadence
Module 3. Secure Design Principles in Practice
Turn OWASP guidance into actionable design criteria for internal development and vendor selection.
12 chapters in this module
- Design review checklist
- Input validation standards
- Output encoding rules
- Authentication design flaws
- Session management best practices
- Access control models
- Cryptography misuse patterns
- Error handling guidelines
- Logging and monitoring
- File upload risks
- CSRF protection methods
- Security headers implementation
Module 4. Integration with Compliance Frameworks
Align OWASP controls with SOX, SOC 2, and ISO 27001 requirements to reduce duplication and increase audit efficiency.
12 chapters in this module
- SOC 2 control overlap
- SOX technical controls
- ISO 27001 Annex A mapping
- Evidence collection synergy
- Audit trail requirements
- Policy alignment techniques
- Internal reporting alignment
- Cross-framework documentation
- Control rationalization
- Compliance review timing
- Third-party attestation
- Management sign-off process
Module 5. Vendor Security Assessment Using OWASP
Lead third-party reviews with a consistent, evidence-based approach grounded in OWASP benchmarks.
12 chapters in this module
- Vendor questionnaire design
- Security maturity scoring
- Evidence verification
- Third-party audit rights
- Contractual security clauses
- Penetration test review
- Remediation tracking
- Onboarding security gates
- Ongoing monitoring
- Exit criteria definition
- Risk acceptance process
- Executive reporting templates
Module 6. Application Security Testing Strategy
Build a testing plan that balances automated scanning, manual review, and developer feedback.
12 chapters in this module
- SAST tool selection
- DAST implementation
- Interactive testing methods
- Code review integration
- False positive reduction
- Scan frequency planning
- Critical path coverage
- Reporting thresholds
- Developer feedback loops
- Remediation prioritization
- Patch validation
- Test coverage metrics
Module 7. Secure Deployment and Operations
Extend OWASP principles into CI/CD pipelines and production environments.
12 chapters in this module
- Configuration hardening
- Secrets management
- Container security
- CI/CD pipeline gates
- Infrastructure as code
- Change control integration
- Emergency access controls
- Backup security
- Disaster recovery testing
- Log integrity
- Monitoring alerting
- Incident response integration
Module 8. Developer Enablement and Training
Equip development teams with practical, role-specific OWASP training materials.
12 chapters in this module
- Role-based training paths
- Secure coding standards
- Onboarding integration
- Code review checklists
- Bug bounty considerations
- Internal capture the flag
- Knowledge retention
- Mentorship models
- Performance incentives
- Feedback channels
- Toolchain integration
- Training effectiveness metrics
Module 9. Metrics and Reporting for Leadership
Translate technical findings into executive-relevant insights without oversimplification.
12 chapters in this module
- Risk heat mapping
- Remediation velocity
- Exposure trending
- Benchmark comparisons
- Executive summary structure
- Board-level communication
- Risk appetite alignment
- Budget justification
- Third-party comparison
- Internal audit alignment
- KRI selection
- Dashboard design
Module 10. Incident Response and Forensics
Prepare for security incidents with OWASP-aligned detection and response playbooks.
12 chapters in this module
- Detection capability gaps
- Initial triage steps
- Evidence preservation
- Containment strategies
- Communication protocols
- Legal considerations
- Regulatory reporting
- Root cause analysis
- Post-mortem process
- Remediation tracking
- Re-engagement criteria
- Lessons learned integration
Module 11. Cloud-Native Security Considerations
Apply OWASP principles to cloud-hosted applications and serverless architectures.
12 chapters in this module
- Cloud provider responsibility
- Identity federation risks
- Serverless function security
- API gateway configuration
- Data residency controls
- Logging in distributed systems
- Auto-scaling exposures
- Cold start vulnerabilities
- Configuration drift
- Multi-cloud complexity
- Cost-based denial risks
- Observability integration
Module 12. Sustaining and Evolving the Program
Build a self-reinforcing security culture that adapts to new threats and technologies.
12 chapters in this module
- Program maturity model
- Leadership engagement
- Budget cycle planning
- Team structure options
- External benchmarking
- Threat landscape updates
- Regulatory changes
- Technology retirement
- Succession planning
- Vendor ecosystem changes
- Internal audit feedback
- Continuous improvement
How this maps to your situation
- New vendor onboarding
- Pre-audit preparation
- Post-incident review
- Architecture design phase
Before vs. after
Before
Reactive participation in security reviews, limited influence on architecture decisions, manual processes for compliance alignment.
After
Proactive leadership in application security, structured methods for vendor assessment, and authoritative input on secure design choices.
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 real-world application between modules.
If nothing changes
Without a structured approach to OWASP, IT leaders risk being bypassed in critical security and architecture decisions, losing both influence and access to high-impact work.
How this compares to the alternatives
Unlike generic OWASP overviews or developer-focused training, this course is tailored for senior IT managers who need to lead, assess, and document security decisions, not write code. It bridges technical depth with executive relevance.
Frequently asked
Is this course technical enough for hands-on teams?
It's designed for leadership oversight, not hands-on coding. You'll gain confidence to guide teams and vendors, not replace them.
How is the course structured?
12 modules, each containing 12 chapters (144 chapters total).
Can I apply this to my current projects?
Yes. Each module includes templates and examples you can adapt to your live initiatives.
$199 one-time. Approximately 3 hours per module, designed for completion over 6, 8 weeks with real-world application between modules..
Within 24 hours your account in the learning environment is provisioned and the tailored implementation playbook is delivered alongside it.
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144 chapters·
Hand-built playbook included·
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