A tailored course, built for your situation
Mastering OWASP for Senior Implementation Tech Leads
Produce more accurate, defensible, and polished implementation outputs the first time, tailored for HCM technology leaders.
$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.
Avoid last-minute rework and client escalations caused by inconsistent or incomplete security documentation during HCM implementations.
The situation this course is for
Even experienced tech leads face pressure when client auditors or internal reviewers question the completeness of implementation artifacts. Gaps in security control mapping or inconsistent documentation can delay go-live dates and erode trust.
Who this is for
Senior technical leader in HCM implementation, responsible for translating client requirements into secure, compliant, and operational systems with minimal rework.
Who this is not for
Individuals looking for introductory cybersecurity training or general OWASP awareness without implementation context.
What you walk away with
- Produce implementation documentation that passes internal and client review on first submission
- Apply OWASP principles directly to HCM configuration decisions with confidence
- Reduce revision cycles by embedding security and compliance checks earlier in deployment workflows
- Build reusable templates for secure implementation artifacts aligned with OWASP best practices
- Demonstrate defensible design choices when challenged by auditors or client security teams
The 12 modules (with all 144 chapters)
Module 1. Introduction to OWASP in HCM Implementations
Establish the relevance of OWASP to HR technology deployments, focusing on common security touchpoints in ADP Lyric and similar platforms.
12 chapters in this module
- Why OWASP matters in HCM
- Security risks in payroll integration
- Data access in employee portals
- Common misconfigurations to avoid
- OWASP vs compliance frameworks
- Mapping OWASP to implementation phases
- Client-specific security demands
- The tech lead as gatekeeper
- Security as a delivery accelerator
- Defensible design choices
- Documenting security intent
- From checklist to control
Module 2. Threat Modeling for HCM Workflows
Learn how to proactively identify and address security risks in client HR systems before deployment begins.
12 chapters in this module
- Identifying entry points
- User privilege risks
- Third-party integrations
- Data flow diagrams
- Abuse case development
- Risk ranking methods
- Client-specific threats
- Session management risks
- API exposure points
- Error handling flaws
- Logging gaps
- Threat model documentation
Module 3. Secure Configuration of Core Modules
Apply OWASP principles to payroll, benefits, and timekeeping modules during setup and client alignment.
12 chapters in this module
- Payroll module hardening
- Benefits enrollment controls
- Time tracking integrity
- Role-based access setup
- Segregation of duties
- Approval workflow design
- Default configuration risks
- Client customization risks
- Secure defaults checklist
- Audit trail completeness
- Data retention settings
- Configuration sign-off
Module 4. Authentication and Identity Management
Ensure secure user onboarding, access control, and identity lifecycle management in client implementations.
12 chapters in this module
- SSO integration risks
- Multi-factor enforcement
- Password policy alignment
- Federated identity pitfalls
- Just-in-time provisioning
- Orphaned account risks
- Admin access controls
- Session timeout settings
- Identity source validation
- Access revocation workflows
- Privileged account oversight
- Identity audit readiness
Module 5. Secure Data Handling and Privacy
Design data flows that protect sensitive HR information across systems and geographies.
12 chapters in this module
- PII classification methods
- Data residency requirements
- Encryption in transit
- Encryption at rest
- Data masking strategies
- Export compliance
- Cross-border data risks
- Consent tracking design
- Data minimization
- Retention schedule alignment
- Right to access workflows
- Data flow documentation
Module 6. API Security in HCM Integrations
Secure the APIs that connect ADP Lyric to other enterprise systems.
12 chapters in this module
- API authentication methods
- OAuth misconfigurations
- Rate limiting setup
- Input validation rules
- Error leakage risks
- Scope definition
- API version management
- Third-party API risks
- Logging and monitoring
- API documentation quality
- Penetration testing prep
- API incident response
Module 7. Client-Specific Security Validation
Streamline the process of responding to client security questionnaires and audits.
12 chapters in this module
- Common client questions
- SOC 2 vs OWASP alignment
- Evidence collection
- Control mapping templates
- Response accuracy
- Defensible exceptions
- Client-specific frameworks
- Audit trail completeness
- Evidence retention
- Review cycle reduction
- Stakeholder alignment
- Final sign-off workflow
Module 8. Documentation Quality and Consistency
Produce clear, complete, and defensible implementation documentation.
12 chapters in this module
- Standardized control descriptions
- Version control practices
- Cross-reference accuracy
- Audit-readiness formatting
- Clarity vs completeness
- Reviewer expectations
- Template reuse
- Change tracking
- Approval workflows
- Stakeholder feedback loops
- Documentation automation
- Final review checklist
Module 9. Change Management and Security
Maintain security integrity during post-go-live updates and client-driven changes.
12 chapters in this module
- Change request intake
- Impact assessment
- Security review gates
- Backout planning
- Emergency change risks
- Peer review requirements
- Documentation updates
- Client communication
- Rollback testing
- Audit trail updates
- Post-change validation
- Change log maintenance
Module 10. Vendor and Third-Party Risk
Assess and manage security risks introduced by external partners and integrations.
12 chapters in this module
- Vendor onboarding checks
- Security questionnaire use
- Contractual obligations
- Subprocessor oversight
- Data sharing agreements
- Vendor audit rights
- Incident response coordination
- Compliance alignment
- Performance monitoring
- Exit planning
- Ongoing assessment
- Vendor offboarding
Module 11. Incident Response Readiness
Prepare for security incidents with clear roles, documentation, and communication plans.
12 chapters in this module
- Incident classification
- Response team roles
- Client notification rules
- Containment strategies
- Evidence preservation
- Legal considerations
- Post-mortem process
- Root cause analysis
- Corrective action tracking
- Client reporting
- Regulatory obligations
- Lessons learned
Module 12. Sustaining Security Excellence
Build long-term habits and artifacts that maintain high-quality implementation standards.
12 chapters in this module
- Knowledge transfer
- Playbook maintenance
- Team onboarding
- Quality assurance checks
- Continuous improvement
- Lessons learned archive
- Benchmarking progress
- Client feedback loops
- Internal audit prep
- Peer review culture
- Mentorship opportunities
- Leadership visibility
How this maps to your situation
- During initial client onboarding
- While configuring core HCM modules
- Responding to security questionnaires
- Preparing for internal or client audits
Before vs. after
Before
Frequent revisions to implementation documentation, inconsistent security control mapping, and reactive responses to client security queries.
After
Polished, accurate, and defensible implementation outputs delivered confidently on the first submission.
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 to fit around active implementation cycles.
If nothing changes
Without a structured approach to secure implementation, you risk repeated documentation rework, client escalations, and diminished trust in your technical leadership, especially under audit or compliance review.
How this compares to the alternatives
Unlike generic cybersecurity courses, this program focuses exclusively on HCM implementation scenarios and OWASP integration, delivering actionable, role-specific outcomes.
Frequently asked
Is this course specific to ADP Lyric?
While the principles apply broadly, examples are tailored for HCM platforms like ADP Lyric, with emphasis on secure implementation workflows.
How is the course structured?
12 modules, each containing 12 chapters (144 chapters total).
Will this help with client audits?
Yes, modules 7 and 8 focus on producing audit-ready documentation and responding confidently to client security validations.
$199 one-time. Approximately 3 hours per module, designed to fit around active implementation cycles..
Within 24 hours your account in the learning environment is provisioned and the tailored implementation playbook is delivered alongside it.
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