A tailored course, built for your situation
Mastering OWASP for Software Engineers in Ad-Tech Environments
Build security in from code level with precision and confidence.
$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.
Your secure code is written, but not seen.
The situation this course is for
Strong engineering work often stays invisible to leadership because it’s buried in pull requests and sprint logs. Security wins go unnoticed unless they’re framed in risk reduction and compliance readiness, terms that resonate at higher levels.
Who this is for
Mid-level to senior software engineers in digital-first companies who are technically strong but under-recognized for their role in governance and compliance.
Who this is not for
This is not for junior developers learning syntax, nor for security auditors focused solely on policy checks. It’s for hands-on engineers shaping secure systems in high-velocity environments.
What you walk away with
- Produce OWASP-compliant code that stands up to internal and external review
- Map security controls directly to business risk in language leadership understands
- Anticipate compliance questions before they land in your backlog
- Generate repeatable, shareable secure patterns across team repositories
- Gain recognition from cross-functional partners for proactive risk mitigation
The 12 modules (with all 144 chapters)
Module 1. Introduction to OWASP in Modern Engineering
Understand how OWASP Top 10 maps to real-world code in TypeScript and JavaScript environments. Learn how secure coding creates downstream efficiency in audits and vendor reviews.
12 chapters in this module
- OWASP and the engineer's role
- Why security fails without early input
- The cost of late-stage fixes
- Secure coding as leverage
- Visibility through documentation
- Linking code to compliance
- Common misconceptions
- Real examples from ad-tech
- Ownership beyond deployment
- Tracking impact over time
- Frameworks vs implementation
- Setting your baseline
Module 2. Setting Up Your Secure Development Environment
Configure tools and workflows to enforce OWASP standards from day one. Automate linting, scanning, and PR checks tailored to Groovy and JavaScript stacks.
12 chapters in this module
- Choosing the right scanner
- Integrating into CI pipeline
- Pre-commit hooks for security
- Custom rules per language
- Dependency monitoring setup
- Automated reporting
- Handling false positives
- Team-wide adoption
- Version control strategies
- Keeping rules updated
- Alert fatigue prevention
- Measuring enforcement
Module 3. Injection Flaws and How to Prevent Them
Master SQLi, XSS, and command injection risks in dynamic applications. Apply context-specific mitigations in full-stack environments.
12 chapters in this module
- Types of injection attacks
- Input validation principles
- Parameterized queries
- Escaping output safely
- Template engine risks
- DOM-based XSS patterns
- API gateway protections
- Logging without exposure
- Error handling securely
- Testing for weaknesses
- Code review checklist
- Real-time monitoring
Module 4. Authentication and Session Management
Secure login flows, tokens, and session handling using industry-standard practices that align with OWASP guidance.
12 chapters in this module
- Password policy design
- Hashing best practices
- MFA integration patterns
- Token expiration logic
- Session fixation risks
- JWT security checks
- Logout mechanisms
- Brute force protection
- OAuth 2.0 pitfalls
- Stateless vs stateful
- Session regeneration
- Audit trail setup
Module 5. Secure API Design with OWASP
Build robust, secure APIs in TypeScript environments with built-in defences against common vulnerabilities.
12 chapters in this module
- API attack surface mapping
- Input sanitization flow
- Rate limiting strategies
- Authentication headers
- Versioning securely
- Documentation safety
- GraphQL risks
- Error disclosure control
- CORS misconfigurations
- Schema validation
- Logging for forensics
- Third-party integrations
Module 6. Data Protection and Privacy Alignment
Enforce data handling rules that satisfy both OWASP and privacy standards like UK GDPR in customer-facing systems.
12 chapters in this module
- Data classification basics
- Encryption at rest and in transit
- PII detection automation
- Data retention policies
- Anonymization techniques
- Consent tracking code
- Right to erasure flows
- Data portability outputs
- Audit logging access
- Vendor data sharing
- Breach response triggers
- Customer trust signals
Module 7. Security Misconfigurations in Production
Avoid common oversights in server, framework, and cloud settings that expose systems despite good code.
12 chapters in this module
- Default config dangers
- Unnecessary services
- Directory listing risks
- Error message leaks
- CSP header setup
- SSL/TLS configuration
- Container security
- Cloud storage permissions
- Firewall rule gaps
- Environment segregation
- Secrets in code
- Patch management
Module 8. Cross-Site Scripting Deep Dive
Prevent XSS at multiple layers, from input capture to DOM rendering, in complex front-end applications.
12 chapters in this module
- Stored vs reflected XSS
- DOM manipulation risks
- Sanitizer libraries
- Context-aware escaping
- Content security policy
- Trusted types in JS
- Template engine safety
- Client-side frameworks
- Third-party script review
- Automated XSS testing
- User-generated content
- Real-time defences
Module 9. Dependency Vulnerability Management
Track, assess, and remediate risks in third-party libraries used in TypeScript and Groovy projects.
12 chapters in this module
- Dependency tree mapping
- SBOM generation
- CVE monitoring tools
- Automated alerting
- Patch prioritization
- Acceptable risk criteria
- Vendor communication
- Internal reporting
- License compliance
- Zero-day preparedness
- Version pinning
- Upgrade pathways
Module 10. Building Audit-Ready Artefacts
Generate clear, defensible documentation and code annotations that speed up compliance reviews.
12 chapters in this module
- What auditors look for
- Mapping controls to code
- Version-controlled evidence
- Automated report generation
- Narrative with artefacts
- Change tracking
- Risk acceptance logging
- Internal review prep
- External auditor handover
- Compliance sign-off
- Retention policies
- Lessons learned
Module 11. Secure Code Reviews and Team Enablement
Lead effective peer reviews and embed security practices across engineering teams.
12 chapters in this module
- Review checklist creation
- Automated tool feedback
- Human inspection focus
- Knowledge transfer
- Onboarding new hires
- Feedback culture
- Metrics that matter
- Ownership models
- Cross-team alignment
- Documentation standards
- Escalation paths
- Continuous learning
Module 12. From Execution to Recognition
Position your secure engineering work as strategic value, visible to leadership and aligned with business objectives.
12 chapters in this module
- Translating code to value
- Speaking to risk reduction
- Highlighting efficiency gains
- Presenting to non-engineers
- Metrics for visibility
- Case studies internally
- Cross-functional collaboration
- Risk register contributions
- Board-level terms
- Executive summaries
- Influence through preparation
- Owning the narrative
How this maps to your situation
- New OWASP requirements in sprint planning
- Upcoming external audit cycle
- Expanding vendor review responsibilities
- Leadership asking for risk transparency
Before vs. after
Before
Your secure coding contributions are effective but operate beneath leadership radar.
After
Your work is proactively cited in risk discussions, with artefacts that elevate your role across compliance and engineering.
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 engineers balancing delivery and learning.
If nothing changes
Without structured OWASP integration, even strong security work remains invisible, limiting growth and leaving critical defences to chance.
How this compares to the alternatives
Unlike generic security certifications, this course focuses on actionable OWASP implementation within real ad-tech codebases, specifically for engineers using TypeScript, JavaScript, and Groovy who want their work seen and valued.
Frequently asked
Who is this course for?
Software engineers working in fast-paced environments who want their security work to be visible and impactful beyond their immediate team.
How is the course structured?
12 modules, each containing 12 chapters (144 chapters total).
Does this cover OWASP ASVS and Top 10 together?
Yes, both OWASP ASVS and OWASP Top 10 are covered in context with code-level implementation strategies.
$199 one-time. Approximately 3 hours per module. Designed for engineers balancing delivery and learning..
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