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Software Development Security

Understand the role of security in software development, covering the systems development life cycle, operating systems, database security roles, software attack prevention, and application of security controls.

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Course Overview

This course explores software development security with an emphasis on the systems development life cycle, operating systems, and environments. It also covers the role of databases in security, methods to identify and prevent software attacks, and practical application of application security controls. Familiarity with basic IT concepts is recommended for enrollment.


Course Format

This self-paced course offers a dynamic and engaging learning experience, combining interactive elements such as games, flashcards, video content, real-world case studies, and curated readings. Participants have the flexibility to progress at their own pace, while interactive games and quizzes reinforce key concepts and track progress. Flashcards, expert-led videos, real-world case studies, and carefully curated readings deepen knowledge.

This course is part of the Cybersecurity program.

Price

$375

Course Details

Units 0.5 CEUs / 5 PDUs

Location Online Courses

Course Type Self-Paced

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What You’ll Learn

After successful completion of this course, you will be able to:

  • Explore the role of security in software development.

  • Explain the eight stages of the systems development life cycle (SDLC).

  • Understand the fundamentals and functionality of operating systems.

  • Describe various application and operating environments.

  • Discuss the significance of databases in information security and differentiate between database types.

  • Apply multiple application security controls.

  • Recognize various software-based attacks and methods for their prevention.

Your Instructor

Kevin
Hanegan

Chief Learning Officer, Qlik

Kevin Hanegan, B.S., is the author of 4 programming books: Building State-of-the-Art Web Pages, Custom CGI Scripting with Perl, Practical Guide to Curl, and Building Solutions with the DecisionSite Analytics Platform. He has worked for a variety of software companies, universities, and corporate training centers as a course developer, trainer and consultant. He currently is Director of Educational Services for TIBCO Software.