What is Certified DevOps Security Professional (CDSOP)?
The Certified DevOps Security Professional (CDSOP) Course offers a comprehensive understanding of integrating security practices within DevOps processes. With DevOps driving rapid and efficient software development, securing the pipeline is crucial to protect sensitive data and ensure software integrity. This course equips delegates with the expertise to address security challenges, making DevOps environments more resilient and reliable in today’s threat landscape.
Proficiency in DevOps Security is critical for IT professionals, including DevOps Engineers, Security Specialists, and System Administrators. Integrating security into the DevOps lifecycle ensures that security is inherent rather than reactive, enhancing an organisation's security posture and ensuring compliance. Professionals aiming to strengthen their organisation’s cybersecurity practices and bridge the gap between development and security should master these essential skills.
Oakwood International’s 2 days CDSOP training empowers delegates with practical knowledge of implementing security measures within DevOps environments. Delegates will learn to identify vulnerabilities, automate security testing, and use threat modelling and risk assessment techniques. The course also covers container security and secure deployment practices, enabling delegates to foster collaboration between development and security teams while ensuring robust DevOps pipelines.
Course Objectives:
- To understand the fundamentals of DevOps Security principles
- To learn to integrate security throughout the DevOps lifecycle
- To explore threat modelling and risk assessment techniques
- To implement security automation to streamline processes
- To master container security and orchestration
- To discover best practices for secure code deployment
- To enhance collaboration between Development and Security teams
After completing this course, delegates will have the skills and knowledge to significantly improve their organisation’s DevOps Security practices. They will be capable of identifying and mitigating risks, automating security processes, and fostering secure collaboration between teams, ensuring operational resilience.
Course Outline
Certified DevOps Security Professional (CDSOP)
Module 1: An Overview of DevOps
- Introduction to DevOps
- Why is DevOps Needed?
- DevOps Working
- Roles in DevOps Security
Module 2: DevOps Security Practices
- Key General Practices
- Security Practices
- Cooperation Between DevOps and Security
- Control of Credentials
- Automation
- Minimising Attack Surfaces
- Container Hardening
- A Secure Pipeline
- Scanning for Vulnerability
- Continuous Monitoring
Module 3: Traditional Security Tools and the Variations
- Traditional Security Tools
- A Focus on Prevention
- New Legislations
- Digitalisation
- Securing Code
Module 4: Anticipating Attacks and Prevention Tactics
- Anticipating Attacks
- Phishing Attacks
- Types of Phishing
- Causes of Phishing
- How to Avoid Phishing?
- Minimising Data Risks
- Physical Security and Measures
- Encryption Techniques
- Two-Factor Authentication
Module 5: Maintaining System Security and Security of Data
- DevOps System Security
- General Workstation Security
- Sensitive Data
- Malware
- Symptoms of Malware
- Types of Malwares
Module 6: Working Alongside Developers Continually
- Developers
- Security Professionals
- Collaboration
- Barriers to Security in DevOps
- Gathering Requirements
- Threat Modelling
- Environment Configuration
- Secure Static Analysis
- Security-Focused Code Review
- Penetration and Environment Testing
- Security Review
Module 7: Continual Testing
- Introduction to Continual Testing
- Benefits of Continual Testing
- Continual Testing Vs Test Automation
- Risk
Module 8: Implementing DevOps Security Practices
- Current Cyber Security Standards
- Current Cyber Security Best Practices
Module 9: Ensuring Implemented Practices Align with Business Objectives
- Integrating DevOps into the Current Workplace Environment
- Put Client Satisfaction at the Centre
- Define the Performance Reviews for Staff
- Attain the Better Results by Monitoring and Feedback
Module 10: Scaling DevOps Security
- Steps Towards Scaling DevOps
- Tools and Metrics for Scaling DevOps
- Challenges of Scaling
Module 11: DevOps Security to the Current Environment
- Creating an Initial Plan
- Measuring the Mirror of Results
- Integration of Specialisation
- Leading with Culture Rather than Tools
- Expediting the Deployment Pipeline
- DevOps is Automated Shared Delivery
- Everyone Works Towards the Same Objective
- Using Software Automation Wherever Possible
- Establishing Transparency
- Reiterating the Business
- Offering Training
- Continuous Feedback
Included
Included
- No course includes are available.
Offered In This Course:
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Video Content
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eLearning Materials
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Study Resources
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Completion Certificate
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Tutor Support
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Interactive Quizzes
Learning Options
Discover a range of flexible learning options designed to meet your needs. Select the format that best supports your personal growth and goals.
Online Instructor-Led Training
- Live virtual classes led by experienced trainers, offering real-time interaction and guidance for optimal learning outcomes.
Online Self-Paced Training
- Flexible learning at your own pace, with access to comprehensive course materials and resources available anytime, anywhere.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Q. What is the focus of the CDSOP Course?
The CDSOP Course
focuses on integrating robust security practices into DevOps workflows,
ensuring secure software development and protecting organisational systems from
potential threats.
Q. Who will benefit most from this course?
IT professionals
like DevOps Engineers, Security Specialists, and System Administrators will
benefit by gaining skills to enhance collaboration and implement effective DevOps
Security measures.
Q. What skills will I gain from this training?
Delegates will
learn to identify vulnerabilities, implement security controls, automate
testing, and develop secure DevOps pipelines to improve organisational
resilience and compliance.
Q. How is the training delivered?
The course
combines expert-led instruction, practical exercises, and real-world case
studies to provide a comprehensive understanding of DevOps Security principles
and practices.
Q. What are the career benefits of this certification?
This
certification demonstrates your ability to integrate security into DevOps
processes, enhancing your expertise and career prospects in cybersecurity and
DevOps roles.