A tailored course, built for your situation
Mastering OWASP for Product Leaders in Enterprise Security
Build authority in application security decisions that shape platform direction and vendor selection
$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.
Most product leaders rely on reactive security input, this course flips that by positioning you as the proactive leader
The situation this course is for
Security reviews happen too late, controls are inconsistent, and architecture debates lack precedent, all slowing shipping and diluting trust
Who this is for
Senior product leaders at scale-up and enterprise tech firms shaping platforms where security integration is a competitive differentiator
Who this is not for
Individual contributors focused only on coding, junior security analysts, or teams looking for certification prep
What you walk away with
- Lead OWASP-based threat modeling sessions with engineering and security teams
- Define standardized secure development checklists adopted across squads
- Own the criteria for selecting and approving application security tooling
- Present structured control mappings to leadership during architecture reviews
- Become the go-to reference for secure feature rollout across product lines
The 12 modules (with all 144 chapters)
Module 1. Foundations of OWASP in Modern Product Development
Establish a shared language for secure development, map OWASP Top 10 to product lifecycle stages, and identify where product leaders hold leverage.
12 chapters in this module
- Origins of OWASP
- Top 10 overview
- Product vs security tension points
- Secure development lifecycle
- Threat modeling basics
- Risk rating frameworks
- Stakeholder mapping
- Security debt tracking
- Compliance overlap
- Vendor alignment
- Tooling landscape
- Internal evangelism
Module 2. Integrating OWASP Into Product Requirements
Turn security controls into actionable feature requirements and acceptance criteria without slowing development velocity.
12 chapters in this module
- Security user stories
- Definition of ready
- Acceptance checklists
- QA handoff
- Pen testing triggers
- Release gates
- Backlog triage
- Squad-level templates
- Risk-based prioritization
- Mitigation patterns
- Documentation standards
- Audit trail design
Module 3. Leading Cross-Functional Threat Modeling
Run effective sessions that align engineering, security, and product on realistic risks and response plans.
12 chapters in this module
- Session formats
- Facilitation techniques
- Data flow mapping
- Threat categorization
- Likelihood vs impact
- Control identification
- Ownership assignment
- Follow-up cadence
- Tool support
- Executive summaries
- Legal considerations
- Historical pattern review
Module 4. Vendor Selection and Toolchain Governance
Set evaluation criteria for SAST, DAST, and software composition tools using OWASP benchmarks.
12 chapters in this module
- Tool classification
- Market landscape
- OWASP ASVS alignment
- Integration cost factors
- False positive tolerance
- DevEx evaluation
- Pricing models
- Pilot design
- ROI measurement
- Security champion enablement
- Support SLAs
- Exit planning
Module 5. Secure Development Workflow Design
Embed OWASP practices into CI/CD pipelines and team rituals without creating bottlenecks.
12 chapters in this module
- Pipeline stages
- Automated gate logic
- Integration patterns
- Feedback loop design
- Tool interoperability
- Drift monitoring
- Onboarding flows
- Role-based access
- Audit logging
- Incident response triggers
- Remediation workflows
- Compliance snapshots
Module 6. Managing Technical Debt and Risk Backlogs
Prioritize and track security debt using risk-based frameworks tied to business impact.
12 chapters in this module
- Debt categorization
- Scoring models
- Ownership models
- Squad-level tracking
- Reporting rhythms
- Leadership dashboards
- Remediation incentives
- Budget alignment
- External audit prep
- Historical trend analysis
- Risk acceptance process
- Escalation paths
Module 7. Building Internal Security Advocates
Scale your influence by training and empowering security champions across product teams.
12 chapters in this module
- Champion profile
- Recruitment process
- Training curriculum
- Recognition systems
- Escalation paths
- Tool access
- Internal forums
- Mentorship structure
- Feedback collection
- Performance links
- Budget influence
- Promotion criteria
Module 8. Communicating Security Decisions to Leadership
Translate OWASP findings and controls into strategic narratives for non-technical stakeholders.
12 chapters in this module
- Executive summary patterns
- Risk storytelling
- Benchmarking data
- Investment justification
- Third-party dependencies
- Customer trust metrics
- Incident scenario planning
- Regulatory alignment
- Competitive positioning
- Brand protection
- Legal exposure
- Reputation impact
Module 9. Implementing OWASP ASVS in Practice
Apply the Application Security Verification Standard to real product components and vendor assessments.
12 chapters in this module
- ASVS levels explained
- Scope definition
- Control mapping
- Evidence collection
- Gap analysis
- Remediation planning
- Third-party validation
- Internal audit coordination
- Version tracking
- Tool integration
- Certification prep
- Stakeholder reporting
Module 10. Secure API Design and Management
Apply OWASP API Top 10 to design, documentation, and governance of internal and external APIs.
12 chapters in this module
- API threat landscape
- Authentication patterns
- Rate limiting
- Input validation
- Error handling
- Documentation standards
- Contract review
- Versioning
- Deprecation
- Monitoring
- Audit trails
- Third-party exposure
Module 11. Managing Third-Party and Open Source Risks
Use OWASP Dependency-Check and SCA tools to govern libraries and vendor code in the software supply chain.
12 chapters in this module
- Dependency scanning
- License compliance
- Vulnerability feeds
- SBOM generation
- Risk acceptance
- Patch velocity
- Vendor SLAs
- Monoculture risks
- Alternative sourcing
- Internal repository design
- OSS review board
- Contribution policies
Module 12. Scaling Security Culture Across Product Lines
Extend consistent OWASP application beyond pilot teams to enterprise-wide practice.
12 chapters in this module
- Change management
- Adoption metrics
- Success stories
- Leadership engagement
- Training rollout
- Tool standardization
- Audit alignment
- Incentive design
- Feedback loops
- External validation
- Market differentiation
- Long-term ownership
How this maps to your situation
- After launching a new product line with security gaps
- Before selecting new application security tooling
- When onboarding security champions across squads
- Ahead of third-party audit or compliance review
Before vs. after
Before
Security input arrives late, tooling decisions lack precedent, and control application varies across teams.
After
You lead consistent, evidence-based security integration , shaping vendor choices, setting standards, and earning peer trust.
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 90 minutes per week for 12 weeks, with self-paced access.
If nothing changes
Without structured influence, security decisions will remain fragmented, slowing innovation and exposing the organization to preventable risks.
How this compares to the alternatives
Generic OWASP training covers theory , this course gives you applied decision frameworks, implementation playbooks, and positioning tools specifically for product leaders in complex environments.
Frequently asked
Who is this course for?
Product leaders shaping platforms where security integration impacts trust, adoption, and compliance.
How is the course structured?
12 modules, each containing 12 chapters (144 chapters total).
Does this prepare me for certification?
No, this course focuses on applied decision-making, not exam prep.
$199 one-time. Approximately 90 minutes per week for 12 weeks, with self-paced access..
Within 24 hours your account in the learning environment is provisioned and the tailored implementation playbook is delivered alongside it.
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