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CMP2611 Mastering OWASP for Senior Risk & Compliance Partners

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A tailored course, built for your situation

Mastering OWASP for Senior Risk & Compliance Partners

Build authoritative command of application security frameworks used in enterprise risk assessments

$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.
Struggling to influence technical security decisions without deep framework fluency?

The situation this course is for

Risk professionals often find themselves reviewing application security findings they can’t fully interrogate, relying on others' interpretations of OWASP Top 10, missing nuances in vendor SOC 2 reports, or deferring on critical control gaps because the framework feels opaque.

Who this is for

Senior compliance, risk, or audit professional transitioning from Big 4 into strategic advisory or governance roles at major tech or services firms

Who this is not for

Junior analysts, developers, or engineers looking for hands-on coding implementations of OWASP controls

What you walk away with

  • Interpret OWASP Top 10 findings with precision and context in vendor assessments
  • Confidently challenge or validate application security postures in audit follow-ups
  • Translate technical OWASP controls into executive-level risk narratives
  • Lead secure-by-design discussions without relying on engineering teams to explain risks
  • Document consistent, source-backed evaluation criteria for future application reviews

The 12 modules (with all 144 chapters)

Module 1. Understanding OWASP’s Role in Enterprise Risk
Establish the strategic value of OWASP in modern risk frameworks, especially for cloud-first organizations navigating third-party dependencies and audit scrutiny.
12 chapters in this module
  1. How OWASP integrates with NIST CSF and ISO 27001
  2. The difference between developer-focused and risk-focused OWASP use
  3. Why compliance professionals must go beyond the Top 10 list
  4. OWASP’s evolution from web app flaws to API and cloud-native risks
  5. Mapping OWASP controls to business impact scenarios
  6. How Big 4 firms apply OWASP in vendor due diligence
  7. Common misinterpretations of OWASP findings by non-technical reviewers
  8. The lifecycle of an OWASP-based risk finding from detection to closure
  9. Integrating OWASP into internal audit planning cycles
  10. How regulators reference OWASP in enforcement actions
  11. Using OWASP to assess M&A target security posture
  12. Building credibility through precise OWASP terminology
Module 2. Navigating the OWASP Top 10
Break down each of the ten critical risks with real-world exploit examples, control benchmarks, and translation techniques for executive audiences.
12 chapters in this module
  1. Reframing Injection as a governance failure, not just a code flaw
  2. How Broken Authentication leads to identity cascade risks
  3. Sensitive Data Exposure: aligning with GDPR and CCPA thresholds
  4. XML External Entities (XXE) in modern integration architectures
  5. Why Broken Access Control is the most exploited OWASP item
  6. Security Misconfiguration in cloud environments
  7. Cross-Site Scripting (XSS) beyond the browser
  8. Insecure Deserialization in microservices
  9. Using Components with Known Vulnerabilities: the supply chain nexus
  10. Insufficient Logging and Monitoring as an escalation enabler
  11. API Security as an emerging OWASP frontier
  12. Tailoring Top 10 assessments for sector-specific risk profiles
Module 3. OWASP Beyond the Top 10
Explore the full OWASP landscape including ASVS, Proactive Controls, and Application Security Verification Standard for deeper control validation.
12 chapters in this module
  1. Distinguishing between OWASP projects and official standards
  2. Applying the OWASP Application Security Verification Standard (ASVS)
  3. Using ASVS Level 1 vs Level 3 for different engagement types
  4. Integrating OWASP Proactive Controls into SDLC oversight
  5. OWASP Cheat Sheet Series for policy drafting
  6. Leveraging OWASP ZAP findings in audit narratives
  7. The role of OWASP SAMM in maturity assessments
  8. Assessing third-party tools against OWASP benchmarks
  9. OWASP Mobile Application Security Verification Standard (MASVS)
  10. How fintech and healthtech adapt OWASP beyond Top 10
  11. OWASP DevSecOps Maturity Model in practice
  12. Cross-referencing OWASP guidance with ISO 27001 clauses
Module 4. Translating Technical Findings to Risk Language
Develop techniques to reframe developer-centric vulnerabilities into business risk statements that resonate with executives and auditors.
12 chapters in this module
  1. From 'Injection Flaw' to 'Revenue Process Integrity Risk'
  2. Quantifying OWASP findings using FAIR-inspired models
  3. Aligning exploit likelihood with control environment strength
  4. Reframing XSS as customer trust erosion
  5. Turning access control gaps into compliance exposure statements
  6. Communicating technical debt through OWASP-informed lenses
  7. Creating heat maps that integrate OWASP severity with business impact
  8. OWASP in vendor risk scorecards
  9. Presenting OWASP findings in audit committee packages
  10. OWASP narrative structure for executive briefings
  11. Using real breach data to contextualize OWASP risks
  12. Avoiding technical over-explanation in risk reporting
Module 5. Evaluating Vendor Security Posture Using OWASP
Apply OWASP principles to assess third-party application risks, especially in SaaS, PaaS, and managed service engagements.
12 chapters in this module
  1. Interpreting OWASP references in vendor SOC 2 reports
  2. Validating OWASP testing claims in vendor documentation
  3. Questions to ask vendors about their OWASP integration
  4. Benchmarking vendor SDLC against OWASP SAMM
  5. Using OWASP ASVS to scope vendor assessments
  6. OWASP red flags in API security documentation
  7. Assessing penetration test coverage against OWASP Top 10
  8. Evaluating bug bounty programs through an OWASP lens
  9. OWASP in cloud migration vendor evaluations
  10. Third-party code review expectations based on OWASP
  11. Vendor risk tiering using OWASP maturity criteria
  12. Creating reusable OWASP-based assessment templates
Module 6. Integrating OWASP into Internal Audit Planning
Incorporate OWASP-driven insights into audit cycles, scoping decisions, and control testing strategies for application environments.
12 chapters in this module
  1. When to trigger an OWASP-informed audit cycle
  2. OWASP as a scoping filter for high-risk applications
  3. Designing audit programs around ASVS levels
  4. Sampling strategies for OWASP control validation
  5. Coordinating with application owners on remediation timelines
  6. Assessing patch management through OWASP lens
  7. OWASP in disaster recovery and business continuity testing
  8. Audit evidence expectations for OWASP-related controls
  9. Documenting control exceptions using OWASP taxonomy
  10. Working with internal teams to validate fixes
  11. OWASP in annual risk assessment updates
  12. Audit follow-up cadence for recurring OWASP findings
Module 7. OWASP for Cloud and Hybrid Environments
Adapt OWASP principles to cloud-native architectures, API gateways, and serverless environments where traditional boundaries dissolve.
12 chapters in this module
  1. OWASP risks in containerized deployments
  2. Securing Kubernetes configurations using OWASP guidance
  3. API security in microservices ecosystems
  4. OWASP for serverless function design
  5. Identity and access management in cloud platforms
  6. OWASP for Infrastructure-as-Code templates
  7. Data protection in cloud storage services
  8. OWASP considerations for multi-cloud strategies
  9. Zero Trust alignment with OWASP principles
  10. Cloud provider responsibilities vs customer OWASP obligations
  11. Shared responsibility model and OWASP mappings
  12. OWASP in DevSecOps pipeline implementations
Module 8. Building Repeatable OWASP Assessment Workflows
Design standardized, defensible workflows for consistent application security evaluation across multiple teams and projects.
12 chapters in this module
  1. Creating OWASP-based intake forms for new applications
  2. Standardizing risk rating scales aligned with OWASP severity
  3. Documenting evaluation criteria for peer review
  4. Version control for OWASP assessment templates
  5. Integrating OWASP checks into onboarding processes
  6. Automating OWASP input collection from technical teams
  7. Workflows for escalating critical OWASP findings
  8. Checklist design: avoiding oversimplification of OWASP
  9. Training non-technical reviewers on OWASP basics
  10. Cross-functional alignment on OWASP interpretation
  11. Updating workflows after framework revisions
  12. OWASP assessment handover between teams
Module 9. OWASP in Mergers and Acquisitions Due Diligence
Leverage OWASP to assess application security risk in target organizations during acquisition and integration phases.
12 chapters in this module
  1. Scoping OWASP reviews in pre-acquisition audits
  2. Assessing technical debt using OWASP benchmarks
  3. Evaluating acquired SDLC maturity through OWASP SAMM
  4. OWASP findings in M&A valuation adjustments
  5. Integration planning based on OWASP risk inventory
  6. Prioritizing post-merger remediation efforts
  7. Third-party dependencies in acquired applications
  8. OWASP in intellectual property risk assessments
  9. Cultural resistance to OWASP adoption in acquired teams
  10. Harmonizing OWASP standards post-integration
  11. Benchmarking target controls against industry peers
  12. Reporting OWASP gaps to executive leadership
Module 10. Advanced OWASP Control Mapping
Map OWASP controls to broader compliance frameworks like ISO 27001, NIST CSF, and SOC 2 for consolidated risk reporting.
12 chapters in this module
  1. Crosswalking OWASP Top 10 to ISO 27001 domains
  2. Aligning OWASP with NIST CSF Protect function
  3. OWASP controls in SOC 2 Security principle coverage
  4. Integrating OWASP into enterprise GRC platforms
  5. Control rationalization across overlapping standards
  6. OWASP in privacy framework mappings (CCPA, GDPR)
  7. Using OWASP to strengthen NIST 800-53 IA controls
  8. Mapping to CIS Controls for technical baselines
  9. OWASP in CMMC Level 2 and Level 3 requirements
  10. Consolidating OWASP evidence for multi-standard audits
  11. Automated control mapping using taxonomy tools
  12. Maintaining mapping accuracy through framework updates
Module 11. Leading Secure-by-Design Discussions
Position yourself as a leader in security conversations by guiding teams on proactive OWASP integration in design phases.
12 chapters in this module
  1. Influencing architecture decisions using OWASP examples
  2. Facilitating threat modeling sessions with OWASP inputs
  3. Advocating for security sprints using OWASP risk data
  4. OWASP in product requirement documentation
  5. Balancing innovation speed with OWASP compliance
  6. Educating product managers on OWASP implications
  7. Negotiating technical trade-offs using OWASP benchmarks
  8. OWASP in agile planning ceremonies
  9. Creating security champions programs with OWASP focus
  10. OWASP in user story acceptance criteria
  11. Measuring reduction in OWASP risks over time
  12. Recognizing teams that exceed OWASP baselines
Module 12. Sustaining OWASP Mastery Over Time
Establish practices to maintain currency with OWASP updates, community input, and emerging threat patterns.
12 chapters in this module
  1. Tracking OWASP project updates and release cycles
  2. Subscribing to OWASP mailing lists and forums
  3. Validating internal practices against OWASP community input
  4. Annual review cycle for OWASP-based methodologies
  5. Updating templates after OWASP Top 10 revisions
  6. Training new staff on institutional OWASP practices
  7. Benchmarking OWASP maturity annually
  8. Participating in OWASP chapters or events
  9. Contributing to OWASP projects as an organization
  10. OWASP in board-level risk reporting cycles
  11. Budgeting for OWASP tooling and training
  12. Documenting OWASP program evolution for auditors

How this maps to your situation

  • Enterprise risk assessment
  • Third-party vendor audit
  • Hybrid cloud transition
  • Executive-level risk communication

Before vs. after

Before
Reviewing application security findings without full command of OWASP principles
After
Leading OWASP-informed risk assessments with confidence and precision

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: 90 minutes of focused learning, designed for completion on a single weekend morning

If nothing changes
Without clear OWASP fluency, risk professionals risk deferring to technical teams, missing critical control gaps, or appearing less credible in cross-functional security discussions.

How this compares to the alternatives

Unlike generic cybersecurity overviews, this course focuses exclusively on OWASP mastery for risk and compliance professionals, with templates and examples tailored to enterprise advisory roles.

Frequently asked

Who is this course designed for?
Senior risk, compliance, and governance professionals in advisory or enterprise roles who engage with technical security findings and need deeper fluency in OWASP.
How is the course structured?
12 modules, each containing 12 chapters (144 chapters total).
Do I need a technical background?
No, this course is designed for non-developers. It focuses on interpretation, assessment, and executive communication of OWASP findings.
$199 one-time. 90 minutes of focused learning, designed for completion on a single weekend morning.

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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