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GEN0740 Mastering OWASP for Senior IBM i Development Leaders

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A tailored course, built for your situation

Mastering OWASP for Senior IBM i Development Leaders

Build defensible security decisions with source-backed reasoning and real-world examples

$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.
Failing to justify security decisions under peer review

The situation this course is for

Security leads are frequently challenged on control selection, especially when balancing compliance, performance, and maintainability. Without specific, source-backed reasoning, even sound decisions get overturned or diluted in cross-functional reviews.

Who this is for

Senior technical leader in enterprise IT environments managing compliance-critical systems with responsibility for security control justification and cross-team alignment

Who this is not for

Junior developers, non-technical compliance staff, or consultants without hands-on IBM i stack experience

What you walk away with

  • Cite authoritative sources and documented examples when defending OWASP implementation choices
  • Map OWASP controls directly to IBM i system constraints and audit requirements
  • Explain trade-offs between security rigor and system performance using real engineering precedents
  • Walk stakeholders through the 'why' behind control selections without relying on consensus or hierarchy
  • Produce written justifications that stand up in internal reviews and cross-functional escalation forums

The 12 modules (with all 144 chapters)

Module 1. Understanding OWASP’s Role in IBM i Security Architecture
Establish the strategic position of OWASP within legacy and hybrid IBM i environments, including alignment with internal audit expectations and external compliance frameworks.
12 chapters in this module
  1. How OWASP complements rather than replaces IBM i native security controls
  2. Mapping OWASP Top 10 to common IBM i application vulnerabilities
  3. Differentiating between web-tier and backend exposure in IBM i deployments
  4. Integrating OWASP guidance with existing change management processes
  5. Balancing modern security expectations with system availability requirements
  6. Documenting OWASP relevance for technical and non-technical stakeholders
  7. Using OWASP as a benchmark without over-engineering for risk profile
  8. Recognizing when OWASP principles conflict with operational constraints
  9. Precedents for applying OWASP in high-availability IBM i systems
  10. Sourcing examples from financial and healthcare IBM i implementations
  11. Aligning OWASP scope with internal penetration testing cycles
  12. Avoiding overreach while maintaining credible defense posture
Module 2. Defining the Scope of OWASP Applicability for IBM i Apps
Learn to scope OWASP controls accurately to avoid blanket application and ensure relevance to actual risk surfaces.
12 chapters in this module
  1. Identifying which IBM i applications face external attack vectors
  2. Differentiating internet-facing from internal-use only interfaces
  3. Assessing third-party integrations that expand OWASP relevance
  4. Documenting scope decisions for future audit reference
  5. Handling legacy apps with minimal modern dependencies
  6. How API gateways change the attack surface for IBM i systems
  7. Determining when OWASP A1-A10 apply to RPG or COBOL backends
  8. Establishing thresholds for when OWASP review is mandatory
  9. Using threat modeling to narrow control applicability
  10. Recording exceptions with defensible justification
  11. Engaging security teams with focused, context-aware OWASP assessments
  12. Aligning scope decisions with change advisory board input
Module 3. Mapping OWASP Controls to IBM i Technical Realities
Translate generic OWASP recommendations into actionable, system-specific implementation patterns.
12 chapters in this module
  1. Adapting input validation rules for DB2 on IBM i
  2. Implementing secure session management in 5250-based applications
  3. Hardening QSYS and user profile access in line with OWASP authentication guidance
  4. Securing data transmission between IBM i and middleware layers
  5. Applying encryption standards without degrading batch performance
  6. Configuring logging to support OWASP detection requirements
  7. Evaluating open-source libraries used in IBM i web interfaces
  8. Mitigating insecure deserialization in Java wrappers around RPG
  9. Protecting against SSRF in IBM i-hosted reporting tools
  10. Addressing XML external entity risks in legacy integrations
  11. Tuning error handling to avoid information disclosure
  12. Validating redirects and forwards in custom IBM i portals
Module 4. Building Source-Backed Justifications for Control Decisions
Develop the habit of grounding every OWASP-related choice in verifiable sources, audit findings, or peer-reviewed examples.
12 chapters in this module
  1. Citing specific OWASP testing guide sections in design documents
  2. Referencing NIST guidelines that reinforce OWASP control selection
  3. Using real audit findings to justify control rigor levels
  4. Documenting engineering trade-offs with performance data
  5. Including precedent from other IBM i implementations
  6. Quoting compliance examiner feedback in control rationale
  7. Linking control choices to incident response history
  8. Using third-party penetration test results as validation
  9. Referencing internal security policy exceptions
  10. Annotating architecture diagrams with source justifications
  11. Maintaining a living repository of control decisions
  12. Training team members to build source-aware documentation
Module 5. Communicating OWASP Rationale Across Stakeholder Groups
Tailor OWASP explanations to resonate with auditors, developers, managers, and executives, without losing technical precision.
12 chapters in this module
  1. Translating OWASP jargon into business impact statements
  2. Creating layered documentation for different review levels
  3. Presenting control trade-offs during sprint planning meetings
  4. Explaining security debt using OWASP risk categories
  5. Handling pushback from developers citing delivery pressure
  6. Using visual models to show attack path reduction
  7. Writing executive summaries that don’t oversimplify
  8. Preparing for audit walkthroughs with OWASP alignment maps
  9. Responding to vendor proposals with OWASP-based criteria
  10. Facilitating cross-functional risk review sessions
  11. Creating FAQs for common OWASP-related objections
  12. Developing standard responses for recurring challenges
Module 6. Handling Peer Challenges to OWASP Implementation Choices
Equip yourself to respond confidently when another team questions your approach, timeline, or priority.
12 chapters in this module
  1. Recognizing valid vs. positional pushback on security controls
  2. Using precedent from regulated industries to support decisions
  3. Breaking down complex controls into reviewable components
  4. Demonstrating incremental progress toward full compliance
  5. Showing alignment with broader IBM security standards
  6. Deflecting scope creep disguised as security concern
  7. Responding to claims of over-engineering with data
  8. Holding firm on critical controls without alienating peers
  9. Escalating only when technical resolution fails
  10. Documenting disagreements to protect team accountability
  11. Using third-party benchmarks to validate control rigor
  12. Maintaining composure when facing aggressive questioning
Module 7. Documenting Decisions for Future Reference and Audit
Create clear, durable records that defend your approach long after implementation.
12 chapters in this module
  1. Structuring decision logs with date, owner, and rationale
  2. Archiving relevant OWASP documentation versions
  3. Linking control decisions to system diagrams and flowcharts
  4. Including performance impact assessments in records
  5. Capturing dissenting opinions and how they were addressed
  6. Using version control for OWASP-related configuration files
  7. Generating audit-ready summaries from decision logs
  8. Integrating documentation into change management systems
  9. Ensuring records survive team member turnover
  10. Updating rationale when new threats emerge
  11. Indexing decisions for rapid retrieval during audits
  12. Automating evidence collection for recurring reviews
Module 8. Integrating OWASP into Change Management and SDLC
Embed OWASP considerations into existing workflows without creating friction.
12 chapters in this module
  1. Adding OWASP checklists to developer onboarding
  2. Incorporating security gates into IBM i deployment pipelines
  3. Training QA teams to test for OWASP Top 10 scenarios
  4. Using static analysis tools tailored for IBM i environments
  5. Scheduling regular OWASP control reviews
  6. Balancing patch urgency with regression testing needs
  7. Coordinating with network security teams on perimeter controls
  8. Updating runbooks to reflect OWASP-based incident response
  9. Managing technical debt in legacy applications
  10. Prioritizing fixes based on exploit likelihood and impact
  11. Aligning remediation timelines with release cycles
  12. Reporting OWASP progress to management without alarmism
Module 9. Teaching Teams to Own OWASP Implementation
Scale your defensibility by training others to build and justify controls.
12 chapters in this module
  1. Creating role-based training for developers and ops staff
  2. Developing internal certification for OWASP competency
  3. Running tabletop exercises for common attack scenarios
  4. Assigning ownership of specific OWASP controls
  5. Creating mentorship paths for junior staff
  6. Using gamification to reinforce secure coding habits
  7. Sharing anonymized incident data to build awareness
  8. Encouraging peer review of OWASP-related decisions
  9. Rewarding proactive identification of vulnerabilities
  10. Building cross-team collaboration on security fixes
  11. Tracking team-level OWASP compliance rates
  12. Rotating responsibility for control reviews
Module 10. Maintaining Defensibility Amid System and Team Changes
Ensure your security posture remains credible even as personnel and technology evolve.
12 chapters in this module
  1. Updating OWASP justifications after system upgrades
  2. Retraining new team members on documented decisions
  3. Reassessing control relevance after architecture changes
  4. Tracking third-party library updates affecting OWASP compliance
  5. Preserving institutional knowledge during reorganizations
  6. Using automation to maintain control consistency
  7. Auditing adherence to established OWASP patterns
  8. Revisiting risk assessments after business shifts
  9. Incorporating lessons from near-misses and incidents
  10. Updating documentation after peer challenges
  11. Aligning with new corporate security directives
  12. Planning for long-term maintainability of controls
Module 11. Leveraging OWASP for Cross-Functional Influence
Turn strong technical grounding into broader leadership impact.
12 chapters in this module
  1. Positioning your team as a security resource, not a gate
  2. Contributing to enterprise-wide security standards
  3. Influencing vendor selection using OWASP-based criteria
  4. Shaping policy with real-world implementation experience
  5. Mentoring other leads on security justification techniques
  6. Participating in architecture review boards with confidence
  7. Offering peer feedback grounded in documented practice
  8. Enhancing proposal credibility with source-backed arguments
  9. Driving consistency across IBM i and non-IBM i systems
  10. Sharing successful control patterns enterprise-wide
  11. Building trust through transparency and rigor
  12. Earning invitations to strategic planning discussions
Module 12. Sustaining a Defensible Security Posture Long-Term
Create a self-reinforcing cycle where every decision strengthens future credibility.
12 chapters in this module
  1. Building a library of reusable justification templates
  2. Institutionalizing peer challenge preparation
  3. Updating playbooks with real-world outcomes
  4. Measuring the cost of not defending controls
  5. Celebrating successful defense of sound decisions
  6. Tracking reduction in security-related rework
  7. Benchmarking against peer organizations
  8. Publishing internal best practices
  9. Conducting annual OWASP maturity assessments
  10. Aligning with evolving compliance expectations
  11. Preparing for future regulatory scrutiny
  12. Creating a legacy of technical rigor and accountability

How this maps to your situation

  • Responding to peer technical challenges
  • Defending architecture in cross-functional reviews
  • Justifying controls during audit cycles
  • Leading without formal authority in complex environments

Before vs. after

Before
Security decisions rely on consensus or hierarchy, leaving them vulnerable to peer challenges and reversals.
After
Every control is backed by sources, examples, and reasoning, making pushback a refinement opportunity, not a threat.

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 over four weeks, with flexible access and self-paced progression.

If nothing changes
Continuing to rely on positional authority or general best practices leaves critical security decisions exposed to reversal, erosion, or misalignment, especially under review from auditors, regulators, or peer teams with competing priorities.

How this compares to the alternatives

Generic OWASP training covers principles but lacks specificity for IBM i systems. Public forums provide fragmented advice. Internal documentation is often incomplete. This course delivers precise, defensible reasoning tailored to your stack and leadership context.

Frequently asked

Is this course specific to IBM i environments?
Yes, every module addresses the technical and organizational realities of leading security decisions within IBM i systems.
How is the course structured?
12 modules, each containing 12 chapters (144 chapters total).
Will this help me in audit reviews?
Yes, you'll learn to document and justify controls with source-backed reasoning that satisfies both internal and external auditors.
$199 one-time. Approximately 90 minutes per week over four weeks, with flexible access and self-paced progression..

Within 24 hours your account in the learning environment is provisioned and the tailored implementation playbook is delivered alongside it.

30-day money-back guarantee· 144 chapters· Hand-built playbook included· Account access within 24 hours
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