A tailored course, built for your situation
Practical Application Security Programs for Regulated Industries
Implementation-grade security frameworks for compliance, risk, and technology leaders
$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.
Building application security programs that satisfy auditors, developers, and executives, without slowing delivery
The situation this course is for
Security initiatives in regulated environments often stall between compliance checklists and real-world deployment. Teams struggle to align technical controls with audit requirements, resulting in reactive fixes, duplicated effort, and fragmented ownership. The result is higher costs, delayed releases, and inconsistent coverage across the application portfolio.
Who this is for
Compliance officers, risk managers, security leads, and technology directors in regulated industries who need to implement repeatable, evidence-based application security programs
Who this is not for
This course is not for entry-level security analysts or professionals seeking certification prep. It assumes foundational knowledge of compliance frameworks and software development lifecycles.
What you walk away with
- Design an application security program aligned with NIST, ISO, and sector-specific regulatory expectations
- Integrate security controls into CI/CD pipelines without disrupting delivery velocity
- Produce audit-ready documentation automatically through toolchain integration
- Establish clear ownership and escalation paths across development, security, and compliance teams
- Reduce remediation cycle time by implementing standardized triage and response workflows
The 12 modules (with all 144 chapters)
Module 1. Foundations of Regulated Application Security
Establish core principles, terminology, and governance structures for application security in compliance-driven environments
12 chapters in this module
- Defining regulated application security
- Key regulatory drivers by sector
- Governance vs. operations split
- Roles and responsibilities framework
- Risk tolerance and assurance levels
- Mapping controls to business impact
- Security program maturity models
- Benchmarking against industry peers
- Stakeholder alignment techniques
- Program charter development
- Policy and standard separation
- Versioning and change control
Module 2. Regulatory Landscape and Compliance Mapping
Navigate major compliance frameworks and map requirements to technical controls
12 chapters in this module
- Overview of HIPAA, PCI-DSS, SOX, GLBA, and GDPR
- Sector-specific nuances in enforcement
- Control mapping methodology
- Building a compliance matrix
- Translating legal language to technical specs
- Handling overlapping requirements
- Exemption and compensating control logic
- Audit evidence retention rules
- Third-party compliance dependencies
- Regulator communication protocols
- Compliance dashboard design
- Continuous compliance monitoring
Module 3. Secure Development Lifecycle Integration
Embed security practices into each phase of the software development lifecycle
12 chapters in this module
- Phases of the secure SDLC
- Security requirements gathering
- Threat modeling at scale
- Architecture review checklists
- Secure coding standards enforcement
- Code review automation strategies
- SAST tool selection and tuning
- DAST integration in testing environments
- Penetration testing coordination
- Release gate criteria
- Post-deployment validation
- Feedback loop mechanisms
Module 4. Threat Modeling for Regulated Systems
Apply structured threat modeling to high-risk applications with compliance implications
12 chapters in this module
- Threat modeling objectives in regulated contexts
- Asset identification for compliance
- Data flow diagramming standards
- STRIDE application with regulatory lens
- Likelihood and impact scoring
- Control gap analysis
- Mitigation validation techniques
- Automated threat model repositories
- Integration with risk registers
- Third-party threat model review
- Regulator-facing summaries
- Model refresh frequency
Module 5. Secure CI/CD Pipeline Design
Architect CI/CD pipelines that enforce security without blocking delivery
12 chapters in this module
- CI/CD security anti-patterns
- Pipeline segmentation strategies
- Build environment hardening
- Artifact integrity verification
- Dependency scanning automation
- Secrets management in pipelines
- Approval gate design
- Rollback and incident response integration
- Pipeline audit logging
- Immutable pipeline configurations
- Compliance evidence generation
- Pipeline-as-code security
Module 6. Vulnerability Management in Production
Operationalize vulnerability detection, triage, and remediation in live systems
12 chapters in this module
- Production scanning constraints
- Criticality vs. exploitability scoring
- Patch management SLAs
- Zero-day response coordination
- Change window planning
- Rollback contingency design
- Stakeholder notification protocols
- Regulatory disclosure thresholds
- Vulnerability disclosure program integration
- Metrics for executive reporting
- Third-party component tracking
- End-of-life management
Module 7. Third-Party and Supply Chain Risk
Manage security and compliance risk across vendors, partners, and open-source dependencies
12 chapters in this module
- Third-party risk categorization
- Vendor security assessment templates
- Contractual security clauses
- API security in integrations
- Open-source license compliance
- SBOM generation and maintenance
- Software bill of materials validation
- Dependency update automation
- Vendor audit rights negotiation
- Incident response coordination agreements
- Continuous monitoring of suppliers
- Exit strategy planning
Module 8. Audit Preparation and Evidence Management
Streamline audit readiness through automated evidence collection and documentation
12 chapters in this module
- Audit scope definition
- Evidence request tracking
- Automated log aggregation
- Policy attestation workflows
- Control testing procedures
- Finding remediation tracking
- Management response drafting
- Pre-audit walkthroughs
- Regulator interview preparation
- Post-audit action plans
- Evidence retention policies
- Audit improvement feedback
Module 9. Incident Response for Regulated Environments
Execute incident response that meets both technical and compliance obligations
12 chapters in this module
- Incident classification by regulatory impact
- Breach determination criteria
- Legal notification timelines
- Regulatory reporting thresholds
- Forensic data preservation
- Cross-functional response team structure
- Communication chain protocols
- Customer notification requirements
- Regulator update cadence
- Post-incident review standards
- Corrective action tracking
- Insurance claim coordination
Module 10. Security Metrics and Executive Reporting
Translate technical security data into business-relevant insights for leadership
12 chapters in this module
- KPI vs. KRI differentiation
- Mean time to detect and respond
- Vulnerability backlog trends
- Control effectiveness measurement
- Compliance coverage percentage
- Development team adoption rates
- Executive dashboard design
- Board-level reporting cadence
- Benchmarking against industry norms
- Risk appetite alignment
- Budget justification narratives
- Program maturity progression
Module 11. Training and Culture Development
Foster a security-aware culture across development, operations, and business units
12 chapters in this module
- Role-based security training paths
- Secure coding workshop design
- Phishing simulation programs
- Security champion networks
- Gamification techniques
- New hire onboarding integration
- Leadership engagement strategies
- Feedback collection mechanisms
- Behavior change measurement
- Reward and recognition systems
- Continuous learning pathways
- Culture assessment surveys
Module 12. Program Evaluation and Continuous Improvement
Assess and evolve your application security program over time
12 chapters in this module
- Internal control assessments
- External validation approaches
- Gap analysis methodologies
- Remediation roadmap creation
- Technology refresh planning
- Toolchain integration reviews
- Process efficiency audits
- Stakeholder satisfaction surveys
- Benchmarking against frameworks
- Innovation pilot programs
- Resource allocation optimization
- Long-term program sustainability
How this maps to your situation
- You’re launching a new application in a regulated environment
- You’re preparing for a third-party compliance audit
- You’re integrating security into an existing CI/CD pipeline
- You’re responding to increased board-level scrutiny on software risk
Before vs. after
Before
Security efforts are reactive, compliance is a separate activity, and developers see controls as roadblocks
After
Security is embedded by design, compliance is continuous, and teams collaborate using shared tools and standards
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 45, 60 hours of self-paced learning, designed to be completed in parallel with ongoing work commitments.
If nothing changes
Organizations that delay structured application security programs face increased audit findings, higher remediation costs, slower release cycles, and growing misalignment between technical teams and executive leadership.
How this compares to the alternatives
Unlike generic security awareness training or vendor-specific tool courses, this program provides a comprehensive, framework-agnostic approach to building and operating application security programs tailored to regulated industries. It goes beyond theory with implementation-grade tooling, templates, and workflows used by leading compliance and security teams.
Frequently asked
Who is this course designed for?
Compliance officers, risk managers, security leads, and technology directors in regulated industries who need to implement repeatable, evidence-based application security programs.
How is the course structured?
12 modules, each containing 12 chapters (144 chapters total).
Is there a certificate upon completion?
Yes, a certificate of completion is issued after finishing all modules and passing the final assessment.
$199 one-time. Approximately 45, 60 hours of self-paced learning, designed to be completed in parallel with ongoing work commitments..
Within 24 hours your account in the learning environment is provisioned and the tailored implementation playbook is delivered alongside it.
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