Secure Software Development Concepts - Series Course 1 of 8

🌟 Secure Software Development Concepts - Series Course 1 of 8 🌟

Course Overview 📚

Embark on a journey through the critical aspects of secure software development with our comprehensive course series. This series is designed to shed light on why even software that meets all quality requirements can still be insecure, and to provide you with a solid foundation in secure software design.

Please note that while this course provides introductory concepts suitable for beginners, it does not involve hands-on programming or practical exercises. It's an ideal starting point for understanding the fundamentals of security in software development.

What You Will Learn 🎓

In this first course, "Secure Software Concepts," you will gain insights into:

• The CIA Triad: Confidentiality, Integrity, and Availability - the cornerstone of information security.
• AAA: Authentication, Authorization, and Accountability.
• Encryption: Understanding its role in safeguarding data.
• Separation of Duties: How to split responsibilities to mitigate risk.
• Fail Safe: Designing systems that fail safely and predictably.
• Economy of Mechanism: The principle of using the least amount of access necessary to accomplish a task.
• Defense in Depth: Layering your security measures for comprehensive protection.
• Open Design: The importance of transparency in design to improve trust and security.
• Least Common Mechanism (LCM): Understanding how this principle can enhance security by limiting access points.
• Psychological Acceptability: How to create software that is both secure and user-friendly.
• Leverage Existing Components: Incorporating proven, secure components into your designs.
• Single Point of Failure (SPOF): Identifying and mitigating risks associated with SPOFs in your systems.

Course Structure 🛠️

This course series is part of a comprehensive learning path that covers approximately 65% or more of the exam objectives for the CSSLP (Certified Secure Software Lifecycle Professional) certification when completed in its entirety.

Target Audience 🎯

This course is perfect for:

• Software Developers and Engineers: Who want to understand the security implications in their work.
• Aspiring IT Security Professionals: Looking to grasp the fundamentals of software development security.

Course Pre-Requirements 🏗️

There are no prerequisites for this course. Whether you're a beginner or have some experience, this course will provide valuable insights into secure software development.

Course Outline 🚀

This series is structured as follows:

1. Secure Software Concepts: An introduction to the core concepts of secure software development.
2. Secure Software Requirements: Understanding how to define security in your requirements.
3. Secure Software Design: Learning how to design for security from the ground up.
4. Defining Security Architectures: Exploring various architectural approaches that enhance security.
5. Secure Software Testing: Gaining knowledge on testing methodologies that ensure software is secure before deployment.
6. Secure Software Acceptance: Determining how to accept new software securely.
7. Software Deployment, Operations and Maintenance: Ensuring your software remains secure throughout its lifecycle.
8. Supply Chain and Software Acquisition: Understanding the importance of security in the supply chain and during acquisitions.

Course Contents 📚

• Course Overview: Setting the stage for your learning journey.
• Instructor Intro: Learning about your guide, Joseph Holbrook (The Cloud Tech Guy).
• Course Prereqs: No prior knowledge required!

Module 1 - Core Concepts

• CIA Triad: Confidentiality, Integrity, and Availability.
• AAA: Authentication, Authorization, and Accountability.
• Encryption: Understanding its application in software security.

Module 2 - Core Design Fundamentals

• Least Privilege: Applying the principle of least privilege to your design.
• Separation of Duties: Designing roles and responsibilities for security.
• Fail Safe: Ensuring that systems can fail in a safe and predictable manner.
• Economy of Mechanism: Using the minimum amount of access necessary.
• Defense in Depth: Layering your security strategy.
• Open Design: Promoting transparency to improve trust and security.
• Least Common Mechanism (LCM): Reducing attack surfaces by using unique mechanisms.
• Psychological Acceptability: Balancing security with user experience.
• Leverage Existing Components: Incorporating secure, proven components into your designs.
• Single Point of Failure (SPOF): Identifying and mitigating risks associated with SPOFs.

Course Closeout 🏁

This course will wrap up with a comprehensive review of the topics covered, along with review questions to solidify your understanding of secure software development concepts.

Join us on this essential journey into the world of secure software development and take the first step towards mastering the security lifecycle in software design, deployment, and maintenance. Let's build a safer digital future, together! 🔒💻✨