Course Overview
As cyber threats evolve, organizations can no longer treat security as an afterthought in software development. Secure Software Development and DevSecOps practices integrate security into the entire software development lifecycle (SDLC), ensuring faster delivery of safe, resilient applications.
This Secure Software Development and DevSecOps Training Course provides participants with the skills to identify vulnerabilities, apply secure coding practices, and implement automated security within DevOps pipelines. It emphasizes building a security-first culture while balancing speed, agility, and innovation.
Through hands-on labs, case studies, and collaborative workshops, participants will gain practical experience in secure SDLC and DevSecOps strategies.
Course Benefits
Embed security throughout the SDLC.
Apply secure coding and testing practices.
Automate security in DevOps pipelines.
Reduce vulnerabilities and deployment risks.
Build resilient, compliant software applications.
Course Objectives
Explore principles of secure software development.
Apply best practices in secure coding.
Integrate automated security tools into CI/CD pipelines.
Conduct static and dynamic application security testing.
Align DevSecOps with compliance and governance.
Develop secure architecture and threat modeling skills.
Foster a culture of shared responsibility in DevSecOps teams.
Training Methodology
The course blends expert-led lectures, hands-on secure coding labs, CI/CD pipeline exercises, and group workshops focused on real-world applications.
Target Audience
Software developers and engineers.
DevOps and DevSecOps professionals.
Application security specialists.
IT managers overseeing development teams.
Target Competencies
Secure SDLC practices.
DevSecOps automation.
Application security testing.
Compliance in software development.
Course Outline
Unit 1: Introduction to Secure Software Development
Why secure SDLC is essential.
Common vulnerabilities in applications (OWASP Top 10).
Case studies of software breaches.
Secure design principles.
Unit 2: Secure Coding Practices
Input validation and error handling.
Encryption and key management in code.
API and microservices security.
Lab: writing and testing secure code.
Unit 3: Application Security Testing
Static and dynamic application security testing (SAST/DAST).
Interactive application security testing (IAST).
Tools for automated code analysis.
Workshop: vulnerability scanning and remediation.
Unit 4: DevSecOps and CI/CD Integration
Principles of DevSecOps.
Embedding security into CI/CD pipelines.
Security automation tools (e.g., Jenkins, GitHub Actions).
Lab: configuring a secure DevOps pipeline.
Unit 5: Governance, Compliance, and Resilience
Compliance in software development (ISO, PCI DSS, GDPR).
Threat modeling and secure architecture.
Building a security-first development culture.
Roadmap for long-term secure DevOps maturity.
Ready to deliver secure, resilient software at speed?
Join the Secure Software Development and DevSecOps Training Course with EuroQuest International Training and gain the expertise to embed security into every stage of development.
The Secure Software Development and DevSecOps Training Courses in Dubai provide professionals with the knowledge and practical tools needed to integrate security at every stage of the software development lifecycle. These programs are designed for software engineers, DevOps practitioners, cybersecurity specialists, system architects, quality assurance professionals, and technical leaders responsible for building resilient and secure digital applications.
Participants gain a comprehensive understanding of secure coding practices, threat modeling, vulnerability identification, and continuous security validation. The courses emphasize shifting security to the earliest phases of development, ensuring that applications are designed, built, tested, and deployed with embedded security controls. Learners explore strategies for managing code dependencies, securing APIs, protecting sensitive data, and implementing effective authentication and access management mechanisms.
These Secure Software Development and DevSecOps training programs in Dubai blend theoretical frameworks with hands-on application. Participants work with real-world development pipelines and DevSecOps toolchains to automate security testing, integrate static and dynamic code analysis tools, enforce compliance policies, and streamline patching and remediation workflows. The curriculum also focuses on collaboration models between development, operations, and security teams, ensuring that security becomes a shared responsibility across the organization.
Through case studies, practical exercises, and scenario-based labs, participants learn to identify common security weaknesses, interpret security scan results, remediate issues efficiently, and monitor applications for emerging risks. The training also highlights the importance of continuous improvement and feedback loops to maintain strong security throughout an application’s lifecycle.
Attending these training courses in Dubai provides professionals with access to an innovative technology ecosystem and diverse industry applications. Dubai’s rapidly evolving digital landscape serves as an ideal environment for exploring scalable DevSecOps approaches and secure development strategies.
By completing this specialization, participants will be prepared to build and manage secure software systems, enhance development workflows, reduce security vulnerabilities, and support organizational resilience in today’s fast-paced digital environment.