A tailored course, built for your situation
Mastering OWASP for Principal Telecommunications Technical Project Managers
Develop complete command of web application security frameworks to lead higher-impact initiatives
$199 one-time
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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 technical leaders rely on security teams to interpret OWASP, you’ll own it
The situation this course is for
Security guidance often arrives too late or in abstract terms, creating rework loops and delaying go-live dates. Without direct fluency in OWASP, project leads defer key decisions, lose influence, and miss opportunities to differentiate their delivery.
Who this is for
Principal-level technical project managers in regulated telecom environments who own end-to-end delivery and want full command over security integration
Who this is not for
Junior project coordinators, non-technical PMOs, or specialists focused solely on network infrastructure without application-layer responsibilities
What you walk away with
- Map OWASP Top 10 risks directly to project requirements and architecture gates
- Challenge vendor security claims with framework-backed reasoning
- Produce audit-ready documentation that aligns with internal and regulatory expectations
- Anticipate security review feedback cycles and build compliance in upfront
- Serve as the reference point on cross-functional teams for secure development standards
The 12 modules (with all 144 chapters)
Module 1. Introduction to OWASP and Its Role in Telecom Projects
Establish context for OWASP within large-scale telecommunications environments, focusing on integration points with existing security and delivery workflows.
12 chapters in this module
- Defining OWASP’s scope
- OWASP vs regulatory requirements
- Security in the software lifecycle
- Telecom-specific threat patterns
- OWASP in agile delivery
- Framework alignment with ISO 27001
- Security champions model
- Vendor engagement risks
- Risk rating fundamentals
- Control ownership models
- Secure design milestones
- Integrating OWASP into intake
Module 2. Deep Dive into OWASP Top 10 Risks
Break down each OWASP Top 10 category with real-world examples relevant to service provisioning and customer-facing platforms.
12 chapters in this module
- Injection in telecom APIs
- Broken authentication patterns
- Sensitive data exposure risks
- XML External Entity review
- Broken access control examples
- Security misconfiguration
- Cross-site scripting vectors
- Insecure deserialisation
- Using known vulnerabilities
- Insufficient logging issues
- Server-side request forgery
- Cryptographic failures
Module 3. Framework Mapping to Project Lifecycle
Align OWASP controls to initiation, design, development, testing, and deployment phases.
12 chapters in this module
- Requirements traceability
- Architecture review checklist
- Design gate criteria
- Code review integration
- Security testing integration
- Penetration testing scope
- QA sign-off criteria
- Pre-launch validation
- Change control alignment
- Post-deployment monitoring
- Incident linkage
- Audit readiness planning
Module 4. OWASP ASVS for Technical Validation
Apply the Application Security Verification Standard to verify implementations meet baseline expectations.
12 chapters in this module
- ASVS levels explained
- Level 1 vs Level 2 scope
- Authentication verification
- Session management checks
- Access control validation
- Cryptography verification
- Error handling checks
- Logging and monitoring
- Data protection checks
- Business logic validation
- API security tests
- Third-party component review
Module 5. Integrating OWASP with DevSecOps
Embed security checks into CI/CD pipelines and infrastructure automation workflows.
12 chapters in this module
- SAST integration strategies
- DAST pipeline alignment
- Container scanning
- IaC security checks
- Automated policy gates
- Shift-left testing
- Toolchain integration
- Threshold definitions
- False positive management
- Remediation workflows
- Feedback loop timing
- Metrics for leadership
Module 6. Vendor and Third-Party Risk Assessment
Use OWASP to evaluate third-party applications and managed services for compliance and security posture.
12 chapters in this module
- Vendor assessment framework
- Questionnaire design
- OWASP in RFP evaluation
- Third-party test evidence
- Risk acceptance criteria
- Supplier audit rights
- Contractual alignment
- SLA security clauses
- Incident response roles
- Penetration test requirements
- Audit trail access
- Exit strategy security
Module 7. Secure Architecture Design Using OWASP
Design systems that inherently resist OWASP Top 10 risks through architecture patterns and controls.
12 chapters in this module
- Zero trust alignment
- Authentication patterns
- API security architecture
- Microservices hardening
- Data flow modelling
- Threat modelling basics
- Trust boundary definition
- Input validation layers
- Rate limiting design
- Session security design
- Error handling strategy
- Monitoring instrumentation
Module 8. OWASP and Regulatory Alignment
Map OWASP controls to Australian standards and regulatory expectations including APRA CPS 234 and Privacy Act.
12 chapters in this module
- CPS 234 control mapping
- Privacy Act linkage
- Essential Eight alignment
- Data sovereignty concerns
- Regulator-facing documentation
- Internal audit expectations
- Risk register integration
- Board-level summaries
- Incident reporting scope
- Vendor accountability
- Third-party assurance
- Compliance evidence structure
Module 9. Leading Security Conversations with Non-Specialists
Communicate security requirements to executives, legal teams, and delivery partners.
12 chapters in this module
- Translating OWASP for leadership
- Risk narrative framing
- Cost of delay examples
- Incident scenario discussion
- Security trade-off articulation
- Secure by design messaging
- Budget justification
- Resource allocation cases
- Timeline impact clarity
- Stakeholder alignment tactics
- Escalation paths
- Decision traceability
Module 10. Documentation and Artefact Mastery
Produce clear, reusable documentation that satisfies audit and governance demands.
12 chapters in this module
- Security requirements template
- Control mapping spreadsheet
- Risk acceptance form
- Architecture decision record
- Audit response package
- Compliance checklist
- Review meeting agenda
- Gap analysis format
- Remediation tracker
- Test evidence bundle
- Stakeholder sign-off log
- Version control process
Module 11. Operationalising OWASP Across Teams
Scale secure practices across delivery teams and vendor partners.
12 chapters in this module
- Security champion role
- Training rollout plan
- Internal audit integration
- Cross-team standards
- Release gate enforcement
- Compliance dashboards
- Feedback mechanism
- Continuous improvement
- Knowledge retention
- Leadership reporting
- Maturity assessment
- Governance integration
Module 12. Mastery and Influence in Technical Leadership
Position yourself as the definitive voice on secure development within strategic programs.
12 chapters in this module
- Owning security escalation
- Setting project precedent
- Influencing architecture
- Driving secure defaults
- Mentoring junior leads
- Shaping procurement
- Contributing to standards
- External validation
- Thought leadership
- Reference use cases
- Lessons learned structure
- Playbook iteration
How this maps to your situation
- When initiating a new project with security-critical components
- During vendor selection for application development services
- Preparing for internal or external security audit cycles
- Leading incident review or post-mortem involving application vulnerability
Before vs. after
Before
Relying on security teams to interpret OWASP and waiting for late-stage findings to act
After
Directly shaping secure architecture, validating controls, and leading with confidence across complex technical projects
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 integration into real-time project work.
If nothing changes
Continuing to rely on downstream security reviews means repeated rework, delayed timelines, and diminished influence on high-visibility programs where security is non-negotiable.
How this compares to the alternatives
Generic cybersecurity courses focus on attacker mindset or technical exploits. This course is built specifically for technical project leaders who must govern, verify, and deliver secure systems , not write code or run penetration tests.
Frequently asked
Who is this course designed for?
Principal-level technical project managers in regulated environments who lead end-to-end delivery and want full command over security integration.
How is the course structured?
12 modules, each containing 12 chapters (144 chapters total).
Does this course cover hands-on hacking or coding?
No. It focuses on governance, control validation, documentation, and leadership , not offensive security or development.
$199 one-time. Approximately 3 hours per module , designed for integration into real-time project work..
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