A tailored course, built for your situation
Mastering OWASP for Global Procurement Leaders
Build unassailable vendor risk assessments through deep technical fluency
$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.
Procurement leaders are expected to catch security risks they aren’t equipped to evaluate
The situation this course is for
High-severity vulnerabilities slip through because procurement teams lack structured frameworks to probe vendor security claims. OWASP provides the standard, but most non-technical buyers reference it superficially, leaving critical gaps in due diligence.
Who this is for
Senior procurement leaders in global tech firms who own vendor risk assessment but lack formal security training
Who this is not for
Individual contributors focused on tactical sourcing, security engineers, or developers implementing controls
What you walk away with
- Navigate OWASP documentation with confidence and extract relevant controls for procurement review
- Ask high-leverage questions during vendor security walkthroughs
- Map vendor security claims to OWASP Top 10 and ASVS benchmarks
- Build repeatable due diligence templates that survive leadership changes
- Reduce post-contract remediation by catching security misalignment earlier
The 12 modules (with all 144 chapters)
Module 1. Introduction to OWASP and Procurement Risk
Understand how OWASP fits into vendor assessment and why procurement is now a frontline control point.
12 chapters in this module
- What OWASP is and why it matters for buyers
- The procurement leader’s role in software risk
- Common vendor security claims vs reality
- How OWASP complements ISO 27001 and SOC 2
- The shift from price-first to risk-first sourcing
- Case study: SaaS acquisition with hidden OWASP gaps
- Defining security due diligence scope
- Key stakeholders in technical procurement
- Understanding vendor self-assessments
- Red flags in OWASP documentation
- Mapping OWASP to procurement workflows
- Setting expectations with legal and security teams
Module 2. OWASP Top 10 Explained for Non-Technical Buyers
Gain clarity on the ten most critical web application risks without needing to code.
12 chapters in this module
- Injection flaws: what they mean for your vendor
- Broken authentication in SaaS platforms
- Sensitive data exposure risks in APIs
- XML external entities in legacy integrations
- Broken access control examples
- Security misconfigurations to spot
- Cross-site scripting vectors
- Insecure deserialization explained
- Using components with known vulnerabilities
- Insufficient logging and monitoring
- How attackers exploit each item
- Questions to ask vendors for each risk
Module 3. OWASP ASVS: The Buyer’s Framework
Use the Application Security Verification Standard to benchmark vendor claims.
12 chapters in this module
- What ASVS is and who uses it
- Level 1 vs Level 2 vs Level 3 controls
- Mapping ASVS to procurement checklists
- Verifying claims of ASVS compliance
- Finding gaps in vendor documentation
- ASVS and cloud-native applications
- ASVS for on-premise software
- Using ASVS in RFPs
- Working with vendors who haven’t heard of ASVS
- Requesting third-party ASVS audits
- ASVS alignment with SOC 2
- Common ASVS shortcuts vendors take
Module 4. Procurement Integration of Security Standards
Embed OWASP into sourcing workflows without slowing down acquisition.
12 chapters in this module
- Integrating OWASP into RFPs
- Minimum security criteria for shortlisting
- Prequalifying vendors using ASVS
- Tiered vendor risk scoring
- Automating OWASP checks in intake forms
- Cross-functional alignment with security teams
- Defining escalation paths
- Documenting risk acceptance decisions
- Security clauses in master agreements
- Renewal reviews using updated OWASP data
- Tracking vendor progress over time
- Reporting security posture to leadership
Module 5. Reading Vendor Security Documentation
Extract meaningful insights from security questionnaires and audit reports.
12 chapters in this module
- Common vendor security documents
- What SOC 2 Type II really covers
- Interpreting penetration test summaries
- Spotting vague OWASP references
- Validating security training claims
- Understanding WAF configurations
- Reading secure development lifecycle claims
- Assessing bug bounty programs
- Evaluating third-party audit quality
- OWASP coverage in vendor whitepapers
- Red flags in security appendices
- Follow-up questions to validate claims
Module 6. Asking the Right Security Questions
Build a repeatable set of technical questions for vendor onboarding.
12 chapters in this module
- Question design for non-technical buyers
- OWASP Top 10 follow-up prompts
- ASVS-based questioning framework
- Escalating technical gaps
- When to involve internal security teams
- Security evaluation timeframes
- Handling incomplete responses
- Probing beyond 'we follow best practices'
- Using sample answers to benchmark
- Documenting vendor commitments
- Creating vendor accountability logs
- Security scorecards for leadership
Module 7. Risk-Based Decision Making
Balance security rigor with business urgency in vendor selection.
12 chapters in this module
- Risk tolerance by software tier
- High-risk vs low-risk applications
- Time-to-market vs security tradeoffs
- Risk acceptance workflows
- Documenting procurement exceptions
- Escalation protocols for red flags
- Involving legal and compliance teams
- Maintaining procurement agility
- Security debt in vendor software
- Vendor roadmaps for security fixes
- Monitoring post-implementation gaps
- Renewal leverage based on risk
Module 8. Vendor Security Benchmarking
Compare vendors using OWASP-aligned criteria.
12 chapters in this module
- Creating a security comparison matrix
- Normalizing OWASP compliance claims
- Scoring vendors on ASVS coverage
- Benchmarking across RFP responses
- Weighting security in scoring models
- Presenting security differentiators
- Using benchmarks in negotiations
- Identifying leading vs lagging vendors
- External benchmarking sources
- Tracking industry shifts
- Updating benchmarks quarterly
- Sharing benchmarks across procurement
Module 9. Managing Security Remediation
Drive action when security gaps are identified.
12 chapters in this module
- Identifying critical vs minor gaps
- Prioritizing remediation requests
- Setting vendor timelines
- Negotiating security commitments
- Documenting remediation plans
- Verifying remediation completion
- Penalty clauses for delays
- Involving internal security for validation
- Tracking progress in procurement systems
- Linking remediation to payment terms
- Managing vendor resistance
- Exit strategies for non-compliance
Module 10. Security-First Procurement Playbook
Build a repeatable process for risk-aware sourcing.
12 chapters in this module
- Intake process with security filters
- Automated triage of new vendors
- Pre-approved security baselines
- Tiered due diligence workflows
- Cross-functional review gates
- Documentation standards
- Playbook ownership and updates
- Onboarding security requirements
- Ongoing monitoring touchpoints
- Renewal decision framework
- Integration with GRC platforms
- Playbook training for new staff
Module 11. Stakeholder Communication
Articulate security requirements and decisions to executives and peers.
12 chapters in this module
- Translating OWASP for leadership
- Security reporting dashboards
- Executive summaries of risk
- Presenting tradeoffs clearly
- Aligning with CISO priorities
- Communicating with legal teams
- Vendor risk in board-level reports
- Justifying procurement delays
- Balancing cost and security
- Storytelling with data
- Security posture storytelling
- Building cross-functional trust
Module 12. Sustaining Security Fluency
Keep procurement teams aligned with evolving threats.
12 chapters in this module
- OWASP update tracking
- Annual security refresh training
- Benchmarking against new vendors
- Updating procurement templates
- Lessons learned documentation
- Internal knowledge sharing
- Procurement-security liaison roles
- Staying current with threat trends
- OWASP community resources
- Vendor security forums and groups
- Measuring procurement risk reduction
- Celebrating security wins
How this maps to your situation
- Starting a new software acquisition
- Reviewing existing vendor contracts
- Responding to a security audit finding
- Designing a new procurement policy
Before vs. after
Before
Relying on security teams to flag vendor risks and struggling to assess technical claims independently
After
Confidently evaluating vendor security posture using OWASP standards and shaping procurement criteria with 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: Approximately 3-4 hours per module, designed to fit within a busy schedule. Most learners complete the course in 6-8 weeks with part-time engagement.
If nothing changes
Continuing to accept vendor security claims at face value increases the likelihood of inheriting critical vulnerabilities that lead to downstream costs, audit failures, and operational disruption.
How this compares to the alternatives
Unlike generic cybersecurity awareness courses, this program is tailored specifically to procurement leaders evaluating software vendors. It avoids technical depth overload while delivering actionable fluency in the OWASP framework, the standard used by security teams worldwide.
Frequently asked
Do I need a technical background to take this course?
No. The course is designed for non-technical procurement leaders who need to understand and apply OWASP principles without writing code.
How is the course structured?
12 modules, each containing 12 chapters (144 chapters total).
Will this help me in negotiations with vendors?
Yes. You’ll gain specific questions and benchmarks to hold vendors accountable during security discussions.
$199 one-time. Approximately 3-4 hours per module, designed to fit within a busy schedule. Most learners complete the course in 6-8 weeks with part-time engagement..
Within 24 hours your account in the learning environment is provisioned and the tailored implementation playbook is delivered alongside it.
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