In today’s software development world, secure coding is one of the core principles to build robust systems capable of resisting cyber threats and attacks. As cyber threats continue to evolve, the need for secure programming has never been more critical. In the United States, strict standards and frameworks are followed to ensure the development of secure software systems.

The "Secure Coding Training According to U.S. Standards" course, provided by the British Academy for Training and Development, aims to equip participants with the necessary knowledge and skills to implement secure coding practices based on established U.S. standards such as OWASP and NIST. This course will teach the correct programming practices to ensure systems are free from vulnerabilities and resilient to modern cyberattacks.

Through this course, participants will gain the skills required to integrate secure coding practices into their development processes, enabling them to build applications that can withstand cyberattacks while complying with international standards.

Who Should Attend?

• Software developers and engineers who want to learn how to implement secure coding techniques.
• Development teams who need to apply security best practices in their software development processes.
• System and network administrators who want to ensure the security of the software within their organizations.
• IT professionals who are interested in cybersecurity and secure software development.
• Organizations looking to apply secure coding standards to ensure the safety and integrity of their software applications.

Knowledge and Benefits:

After completing the program, participants will be able to master the following:

• Apply best practices for secure coding based on U.S. standards such as OWASP and NIST.
• Identify and analyze security vulnerabilities in software applications before deployment.
• Utilize modern tools and techniques to evaluate and secure software applications from cyber threats.
• Integrate security into different stages of the software development lifecycle (SDLC).
• Enhance their ability to prevent common cybersecurity attacks such as SQL injection, cross-site scripting (XSS), and other prevalent threats.
• Ensure that software applications comply with U.S. regulations related to cybersecurity and data protection.

• Concepts of Secure Coding

  • Definition and importance of secure coding in software development.
  • Difference between traditional and secure coding practices.
  • Key principles of secure programming.

• U.S. Frameworks and Standards for Secure Coding

  • Overview of OWASP and its role in improving software security.
  • NIST guidelines and their impact on building secure applications.
  • The importance of adhering to security standards in software development.

• Common Security Challenges in Coding

  • An overview of common security vulnerabilities in software such as SQL Injection and XSS.
  • Discussion on emerging threats and evolving attack techniques.
  • How to anticipate security flaws during the software development process.

• Types of Security Vulnerabilities in Software

  • Vulnerabilities in application structure (e.g., SQL Injection, XSS).
  • Vulnerabilities in application-side issues (e.g., CSRF).
  • Database and server-side vulnerabilities.

• Risk Analysis in Software Development

  • How to identify potential security risks during the software development phase.
  • Techniques for performing security risk assessments.
  • Prioritizing and addressing security risks effectively.

• Tools for Vulnerability Scanning

  • Automated security scanning tools to detect vulnerabilities in code.
  • Static code analysis tools to identify security issues.
  • How to effectively use these tools in a development environment.

• Best Practices for Writing Secure Code

  • Writing code that prevents cross-site scripting (XSS) and handling input validation securely.
  • Using appropriate permissions and access control mechanisms.
  • Encrypting sensitive data and managing it securely.

• Protecting Data in Coding

  • Importance of data encryption during transmission and at rest.
  • Implementing identity verification mechanisms (e.g., OAuth, OpenID).
  • Preventing data leakage and unauthorized access.

• Error Handling and Secure Logging

  • How to manage errors securely to prevent exposing sensitive information.
  • Secure logging techniques to protect data from tampering.
  • Avoiding the disclosure of errors in production environments.

• Secure Development from Start to Finish

  • The importance of embedding security in the early stages of development.
  • Security strategies at each phase of the Software Development Lifecycle (SDLC).
  • How to adapt development teams to secure coding principles.

• Security Testing in Software Development

  • Penetration testing techniques for security validation.
  • Security testing tools and how to apply them effectively.
  • Analyzing the results of security tests and improving code security.

• Patch and Update Management

  • Importance of regularly patching security vulnerabilities in applications.
  • Using patch management tools to address security flaws timely.
  • Strategies for building a sustainable security policy for software updates.

• Protection Against Network Attacks

  • Securing web applications from DDoS attacks and Man-in-the-Middle (MitM) attacks.
  • Implementing security measures like firewalls and VPNs.
  • Using security certificates and HTTPS to protect data.

• Cloud Application Security

  • Security strategies for cloud computing environments.
  • How to secure applications on cloud platforms like AWS and Azure.
  • Challenges of cloud security and how to mitigate risks.

• Advanced Authentication Techniques

  • Multi-factor authentication (MFA) and its role in enhancing security.
  • Advanced authentication methods like biometric authentication.
  • How to implement these techniques in software applications.

• Developments in Secure Coding Frameworks

  • Future developments in secure coding frameworks and their potential impact.
  • Anticipated changes in international standards like OWASP and NIST.
  • How to stay updated with security trends and adapt development practices accordingly.

• Artificial Intelligence in Secure Coding

  • How AI can be leveraged to detect and prevent vulnerabilities.
  • AI applications in enhancing secure coding strategies.
  • The challenges developers may face when integrating AI in secure coding.

• Responding to Cyberattacks in Real-Time

  • How to respond to cyberattacks and maintain software application security.
  • Real-time strategies for addressing vulnerabilities during development and production.
  • Continuous threat analysis and how to address them proactively.