DevSecOps Foundation Course in Harrogate

DevSecOps Foundation℠ Course Outline

Module 1: Realising DevSecOps Outcomes

• Origins of DevOps
• Evolution of DevSecOps
• Other Frameworks
• CALMS
• The Three Ways

Module 2: Defining the Cyberthreat Landscape (CTL)

• Storytime and Outcomes
• What is the Cyber Threat Landscape?
• What is the Threat?
• What Do We Protect From?
• What Do We Protect, and Why?
• How Do I Talk to Security?

Module 3: Building a Responsive DevSecOps Model

• Model with Components
• Technical, Business and Human Toll Outcomes
• What’s Being Measured? Integration, Current State and Delta?
• Gating and Thresholding
• Incremental Improvements

Module 4: Integrating DevSecOps Stakeholders

• DevSecOps State of Mind
• What Good Culture Looks Like
• DevSecOps Stakeholders
• What’s at Stake for Who?
• People, Process, Technology and Governance

Module 5: Establishing DevSecOps Practices

• Start Where You Are
• Integrating People, Process, Technology and Governance
• Continuous Security for DevSecOps
• Onboarding Process for Stakeholders
• Practices and Outcomes
• Data Driven Decision Making and Response

Module 6: Best Practices to Get Started

• Identifying Target State
• Value Stream-Thinking
• Flow
• Feedback
• Learning

Module 7: DevOps Pipelines and Continuous Compliance

• Goal of a DevOps Pipeline
• Why Continuous Compliance is Important
• Archetypes and Reference Architectures
• Coordinating DevOps Pipeline Construction
• DevSecOps Tool Categories, Types and Examples

Module 8: Learning Using Outcomes

• Security Training Options
• Training as Policy
• Experiential Learning
• Cross-Skilling
• DevSecOps Collective Body of Knowledge
• Preparing for the DevSecOps Foundation Certification Exam
• Next Steps

DevSecOps Foundation℠ Exam Information

The DevSecOps Foundation℠ exam evaluates a candidate comprehensive understanding of the essential principles, practices, and technologies used in DevOps environments. The format of the exam is structured as follows:

• Question Type: Multiple-Choice
• Total Questions: 40
• Total Marks: 40 Marks
• Pass Marks: 65%, or 26/40 Marks
• Duration: 60 Minutes
• Open Book/ Closed Book: Open Book

Who Should Attend this DevSecOps Foundation℠ Course?

This DevSecOps Foundation℠ Course is designed for anyone who have a basic understanding of software development and operations practices. There are some professionals who can benefit from attending this course:

• DevOps Engineers
• Security Professionals
• Software Developers
• Project Managers
• IT Managers
• Quality Assurance Team Leaders
• System

Prerequisites for the DevSecOps Foundation℠ Course

There are no formal prerequisites for attending this DevSecOps Foundation℠ Course.

DevSecOps Foundation℠ Course Overview

DevSecOps integrates security into DevOps practices, ensuring safer, faster, and more reliable software delivery. This approach addresses security risks early in the development lifecycle, making it a critical discipline in modern IT environments focused on speed, compliance, and continuous improvement.

Proficiency in DevSecOps is essential for Developers, Security Professionals, IT Managers, and DevOps engineers. As cyber threats increase, embedding security into workflows becomes vital for reducing vulnerabilities and ensuring resilience in digital systems and software operations.

During this 2-Day DevSecOps Foundation℠ Course offered by The Knowledge Academy, delegates will gain a solid understanding of DevSecOps principles, tools, and practices. They will learn to integrate security into CI/CD pipelines and promote a security-first mindset across teams.

DevSecOps Foundation℠ Course Objectives

• To integrate security practices effectively within the DevOps pipeline
• To understand the evolution and importance of DevSecOps in industry
• To identify and mitigate potential cybersecurity threats proactively
• To develop a comprehensive security mindset among DevOps teams
• To implement continuous compliance and security monitoring systems
• To enhance collaboration between development, operations, and security teams

After attending this training, offered as part of our DevOps Courses catalogue, delegates will be equipped to seamlessly integrate security measures into their existing DevOps processes, significantly enhancing the safety and efficiency of their operations. They will be capable of identifying and addressing potential security vulnerabilities early in the development cycle, thereby mitigating risks before they escalate.

What’s included in this DevSecOps Foundation℠ Course?

• World-Class Training Sessions from Experienced Instructors
• Digital Delegate Pack