A tailored course, built for your situation
Scalable Application Security Programs for Senior Leaders
Build mature, board-aligned security programs that scale with engineering velocity
$199 one-time
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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.
Security programs that can't scale with development velocity create friction, delay releases, and weaken trust.
The situation this course is for
As organizations accelerate software delivery, legacy security models struggle to keep pace. Security becomes a bottleneck, not an enabler. Leaders face pressure to demonstrate control without slowing innovation. Without a scalable framework, teams operate reactively, audits reveal gaps, and board-level confidence erodes.
Who this is for
Senior business and technology leaders responsible for application security, risk governance, engineering oversight, or compliance in software-driven organizations.
Who this is not for
Individual contributors focused on hands-on penetration testing or code review, entry-level security analysts, or professionals seeking certification prep.
What you walk away with
- Design an application security program that scales with development team growth and release frequency
- Align security metrics with business outcomes and board-level risk appetite
- Integrate security into CI/CD pipelines without introducing bottlenecks
- Build cross-functional alignment between engineering, security, and product leadership
- Deploy a living program with feedback loops, continuous improvement, and audit-ready documentation
The 12 modules (with all 144 chapters)
Module 1. Foundations of Scalable AppSec
Establish core principles of scalable security in modern development environments.
12 chapters in this module
- Defining scalability in application security
- The evolution of AppSec maturity models
- Key roles and responsibilities in scaled programs
- Aligning with organizational risk posture
- Security as an enabler of innovation
- Common anti-patterns and how to avoid them
- Regulatory drivers shaping modern AppSec
- Balancing speed and control
- The role of automation in scale
- Measuring program health beyond vuln counts
- Stakeholder mapping for cross-functional buy-in
- Setting realistic program goals
Module 2. Executive Alignment and Governance
Frame security initiatives in business terms for board and C-suite engagement.
12 chapters in this module
- Translating technical risk to business impact
- Developing executive-level dashboards
- Integrating AppSec into enterprise risk management
- Creating risk appetite statements
- Reporting cadence and escalation protocols
- Budgeting for scalable security
- Linking security outcomes to business KPIs
- Managing third-party and supply chain risk at scale
- Board communication best practices
- Legal and compliance integration
- Insurance and cyber liability considerations
- Crisis preparedness and leadership role
Module 3. Program Design and Roadmapping
Architect a phased, adaptable security program aligned with organizational growth.
12 chapters in this module
- Assessing current state maturity
- Defining future state vision
- Gap analysis and prioritization
- Building a multi-year roadmap
- Phased rollout strategies
- Resource planning and team structure
- Toolchain selection criteria
- Integration with SDLC frameworks
- Vendor management and partnerships
- Change management for security adoption
- Feedback loops and iteration planning
- Documenting program architecture
Module 4. Secure Development Lifecycle Integration
Embed security practices into every phase of the development lifecycle.
12 chapters in this module
- Requirements gathering with security in mind
- Threat modeling at scale
- Secure design patterns and references
- Architecture review processes
- Code review integration strategies
- Automated scanning in IDEs
- Pre-commit and pull request controls
- CI/CD pipeline security gates
- Release approval workflows
- Post-deployment validation
- Incident response handoff
- Developer education touchpoints
Module 5. Automation and Tooling Strategy
Select and deploy tools that enhance coverage without creating noise.
12 chapters in this module
- Tool evaluation framework
- SAST integration and tuning
- DAST at scale
- Software composition analysis
- Secrets detection and management
- IAST and runtime protection
- Centralized vulnerability management
- False positive reduction techniques
- Toolchain interoperability
- API security testing automation
- Cloud-native security scanning
- Tool lifecycle and retirement
Module 6. Metrics, Reporting, and Continuous Improvement
Measure what matters and drive ongoing program refinement.
12 chapters in this module
- Defining leading and lagging indicators
- Mean time to detect and remediate
- Vulnerability half-life measurement
- Developer engagement metrics
- Security gate pass/fail rates
- Risk reduction over time
- Benchmarking against industry peers
- Data visualization best practices
- Automated report generation
- Root cause analysis for recurring issues
- Feedback from development teams
- Quarterly program health review
Module 7. Developer Enablement and Culture
Foster a culture where security is shared responsibility.
12 chapters in this module
- Security champion program design
- Onboarding and role-based training
- Just-in-time learning resources
- Gamification and recognition
- Reducing friction in secure workflows
- Creating psychological safety for reporting
- Developer feedback mechanisms
- Building empathy across teams
- Security documentation standards
- Internal advocacy and storytelling
- Measuring cultural adoption
- Sustaining momentum over time
Module 8. Third-Party and Supply Chain Risk
Extend security controls beyond internal teams to vendors and open source.
12 chapters in this module
- Vendor risk assessment frameworks
- Pre-contract security requirements
- Ongoing monitoring of third parties
- Open source policy development
- License compliance automation
- SBOM generation and analysis
- Critical vendor escalation paths
- Incident response coordination with partners
- Mergers and acquisitions security integration
- Cloud provider security alignment
- API and integration risk
- Exit strategies and deprecation
Module 9. Cloud-Native Security Integration
Adapt security programs for cloud, containers, and serverless environments.
12 chapters in this module
- Shared responsibility model clarity
- Cloud provider security services
- Container image scanning
- Kubernetes security policies
- Serverless function hardening
- Infrastructure as code security
- Cloud configuration monitoring
- Network segmentation in cloud
- Identity and access management at scale
- Secrets management in distributed systems
- Observability and logging integration
- Cost and security trade-offs
Module 10. Incident Response and Resilience
Prepare for inevitable breaches with coordinated, scalable response.
12 chapters in this module
- Incident classification and severity levels
- Response team structure and roles
- Playbook development and maintenance
- Detection and escalation workflows
- Containment strategies
- Forensic data collection
- Legal and regulatory reporting
- Customer communication plans
- Post-incident review process
- Blameless culture and learning
- Simulations and tabletop exercises
- Improving resilience over time
Module 11. Audit, Compliance, and Certification
Demonstrate compliance efficiently without slowing innovation.
12 chapters in this module
- Mapping controls to frameworks (SOC 2, ISO, NIST)
- Automating evidence collection
- Continuous compliance monitoring
- Preparing for external audits
- Internal audit coordination
- Certification strategy and timing
- Documentation standards
- Control ownership and accountability
- Gap remediation planning
- Audit communication protocols
- Leveraging compliance for trust
- Maintaining certification
Module 12. Sustaining and Evolving the Program
Ensure long-term relevance and adaptability of the security program.
12 chapters in this module
- Technology trend monitoring
- Adapting to new development paradigms
- Security in AI/ML systems
- Zero trust evolution
- Privacy engineering integration
- Regulatory change response
- Program maturity reassessment
- Leadership succession planning
- Budget renewal and justification
- Stakeholder satisfaction surveys
- Innovation pilots and experiments
- Program sunset and transition
How this maps to your situation
- Leading security in a rapidly scaling engineering organization
- Responding to increased board or regulatory scrutiny
- Integrating security into agile and DevOps workflows
- Demonstrating measurable value from security investments
Before vs. after
Before
Security initiatives are reactive, siloed, and seen as overhead. Teams struggle to keep pace with development velocity. Metrics lack business relevance. Audit findings accumulate. Leadership confidence is low.
After
Security is proactive, integrated, and aligned with business goals. Programs scale with growth. Cross-functional collaboration is strong. Metrics demonstrate clear value. Audit readiness is continuous. Leadership trusts the function.
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 6-8 hours per module, designed for completion over 12 weeks with flexible pacing.
If nothing changes
Without a scalable approach, security will increasingly lag behind development, creating blind spots, eroding stakeholder trust, and limiting organizational agility. Teams will remain reactive, compliance will be costly, and security incidents will be more likely and more damaging.
How this compares to the alternatives
Unlike generic security certifications or tool-specific training, this course focuses on the strategic and operational design of end-to-end programs. It bridges the gap between technical execution and executive leadership, offering practical implementation guidance not found in academic or awareness-level content.
Frequently asked
Who is this course designed for?
Senior leaders in technology, security, risk, compliance, or engineering management roles who are responsible for shaping or improving application security programs at scale.
How is the course structured?
12 modules, each containing 12 chapters (144 chapters total).
Is there a certificate upon completion?
Yes, a digital certificate of completion is awarded after finishing all modules and passing the final assessment.
$199 one-time. Approximately 6-8 hours per module, designed for completion over 12 weeks with flexible pacing..
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