A tailored course, built for your situation
Mastering OWASP for Secure Software Development Practitioners
Build defensible security architecture with confidence and precision
$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.
Struggling to align security depth with delivery speed?
The situation this course is for
Many practitioners know OWASP at surface level, but miss the implementation nuances that earn trust in high-stakes environments. Without structured fluency, even strong developers fall back on generic checklists, losing influence and premium opportunities.
Who this is for
Senior software security practitioners leading secure design in product-first organizations
Who this is not for
Junior developers, general compliance officers, or auditors without hands-on implementation roles
What you walk away with
- Translate OWASP Top 10 into actionable, project-specific control plans
- Architect secure workflows with documented decision trails
- Lead cross-functional security reviews with authoritative examples
- Deliver review-ready artefacts in half the iteration cycles
- Position yourself as the go-to for client-facing security validations
The 12 modules (with all 144 chapters)
Module 1. Understanding OWASP Principles in Modern Development
Establish foundational alignment with OWASP’s core philosophy and its role in current software delivery lifecycles. Learn how top teams embed security early without slowing innovation.
12 chapters in this module
- OWASP mission and evolution
- Integration with Agile sprints
- Mapping to product risks
- Security champion roles
- Shift-left decision points
- Framework vs checklist use
- Threat modeling basics
- Common misapplications
- Benchmark compliance paths
- Client expectation patterns
- Internal advocacy levers
- Articulating OWASP value
Module 2. OWASP Top 10 Deep Dive: Injection and Broken Auth
Break down the most critical risks with real-world exploit patterns and mitigation playbooks. Focus on code-level decisions that prevent vulnerabilities from reaching production.
12 chapters in this module
- SQLi variants in app layers
- Input validation strategies
- Authentication bypass cases
- Session management flaws
- OAuth misuse patterns
- Password storage failures
- Error handling leaks
- API auth gaps
- Dev environment risks
- Third-party library checks
- Logging without exposure
- Secure fallback design
Module 3. Secure Design Patterns for Data Protection
Build architecture templates that inherently resist data exposure. Use OWASP guidance to shape data flow, encryption, and access control before code is written.
12 chapters in this module
- Data classification models
- Encryption key strategies
- Tokenization use cases
- PII handling workflows
- Database role design
- Masking in testing
- Audit trail requirements
- Consent management
- Data retention policies
- Cross-border transfer rules
- Client reporting needs
- Architecture review checklist
Module 4. Implementing Input Validation Safeguards
Turn OWASP input guidelines into repeatable validation layers. Prevent XSS, command injection, and malformed payload attacks at the edge.
12 chapters in this module
- XSS attack vectors
- Sanitization vs escaping
- Content Security Policy
- Header injection risks
- File upload controls
- MIME type validation
- Rate limiting logic
- Bot detection filters
- Webhook security
- Payload size limits
- Error response safety
- Validation testing suite
Module 5. Building Resilient Session Management
Design session systems that resist hijacking and fixation. Apply OWASP standards to token lifecycle, regeneration, and timeout policies.
12 chapters in this module
- Session token entropy
- Regeneration on login
- Cross-site request forgery
- Cookie security flags
- Token expiration logic
- Logout completeness
- Concurrent session limits
- IP binding trade-offs
- Mobile session risks
- Token revocation paths
- Audit logging setup
- Session storage safety
Module 6. Access Control Implementation at Scale
Deploy role-based and attribute-based controls that scale across large teams and complex permissions without sacrificing security.
12 chapters in this module
- RBAC vs ABAC models
- Principle of least privilege
- Role explosion management
- Permission review cycles
- Team-level delegation
- Admin access logging
- Just-in-time access
- Escalation workflows
- User provisioning sync
- Entitlement mapping
- Access certification
- Change approval chains
Module 7. OWASP and API Security Best Practices
Secure modern API architectures using OWASP API Top 10. Focus on authentication, rate control, and payload integrity.
12 chapters in this module
- API inventory methods
- Threat modeling APIs
- Authentication methods
- OAuth scope misuse
- Rate limiting setups
- GraphQL risks
- Payload validation rules
- Error detail exposure
- API gateway configs
- Versioning security
- Documentation risks
- Third-party API audits
Module 8. Configuration Hardening for Production Systems
Apply OWASP secure configuration guidance to cloud, container, and service layers. Prevent misconfiguration exploits before deployment.
12 chapters in this module
- Default credential removal
- Cloud storage policies
- Container image scanning
- Kubernetes security policies
- Serverless function risks
- Logging configuration
- Firewall rule tracking
- Auto-scaling exposures
- Management console access
- Patch compliance cycles
- Change control integration
- Infrastructure as code reviews
Module 9. Secure Software Development Lifecycle Integration
Embed OWASP practices across planning, coding, testing, and deployment. Build workflows that make security intrinsic to delivery.
12 chapters in this module
- Security requirement templates
- Threat modeling workshops
- Code review checklists
- Static analysis integration
- Dynamic testing schedules
- Penetration testing scope
- Bug bounty readiness
- Incident response plans
- Security training modules
- Compliance artifact generation
- Audit trail completeness
- Release gate criteria
Module 10. Third-Party and Supply Chain Risk Mitigation
Use OWASP guidelines to evaluate and govern third-party code, libraries, and vendors. Reduce exposure from external dependencies.
12 chapters in this module
- Software Bill of Materials
- Dependency scanning tools
- Open source license risks
- Vulnerability alerting
- Patch responsiveness
- Vendor security questionnaires
- Contractual obligations
- Subprocessor audits
- Code escrow basics
- Supply chain mapping
- Trusted source enforcement
- Zero-trust integration
Module 11. Security Testing and Validation Execution
Run effective security tests that find real issues without slowing delivery. Focus on OWASP-recommended test types and coverage metrics.
12 chapters in this module
- Test scope definition
- DAST vs SAST trade-offs
- Interactive testing methods
- Fuzz testing basics
- Coverage thresholds
- False positive reduction
- Remediation tracking
- Test automation
- Toolchain integration
- Reporting formats
- Executive summaries
- Validation artifacts
Module 12. OWASP Fluency in Client and Internal Engagements
Position yourself as the trusted authority in discussions with clients, executives, and engineering teams. Use OWASP to lead confidently.
12 chapters in this module
- Client security question responses
- RFP security sections
- Audit preparation
- Internal security advocacy
- Executive briefing templates
- Incident communication
- Security roadmap input
- Vendor review leadership
- Framework update tracking
- Training program input
- Metrics reporting
- Ongoing fluency maintenance
How this maps to your situation
- After a new client onboarding
- Before a major release cycle
- During vendor security review
- When updating internal security policy
Before vs. after
Before
Relied on generic checklists and fragmented OWASP knowledge
After
Lead high-stakes engagements with structured, defensible security architecture
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 working practitioners to complete over 6-8 weeks.
If nothing changes
Continuing with surface-level OWASP familiarity means missing premium project opportunities, slower consensus in reviews, and diminished influence in security-critical decisions.
How this compares to the alternatives
Unlike generic OWASP overviews or certification prep courses, this program focuses on implementation depth, real-world artefacts, and decision fluency that directly elevates your role in high-margin engagements.
Frequently asked
Is this course focused on web applications or APIs?
It covers both, with dedicated modules on OWASP Top 10 for web and API-specific risks using the OWASP API Top 10.
How is the course structured?
12 modules, each containing 12 chapters (144 chapters total).
Will I receive a certificate upon completion?
Yes, a digital credential is issued upon finishing all modules and assessments.
$199 one-time. Approximately 3 hours per module, designed for working practitioners to complete over 6-8 weeks..
Within 24 hours your account in the learning environment is provisioned and the tailored implementation playbook is delivered alongside it.
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