DevSecOps Practitioner Course
The DevSecOps Practitioner course provides an in-depth, practical guide to embedding security throughout the DevOps lifecycle. It equips participants with the knowledge and tools to build secure software without sacrificing the speed and agility that DevOps enables. Through a focus on continuous integration, continuous delivery (CI/CD), and cloud-native environments, the course demonstrates how to seamlessly incorporate security into every phase of development and operations.
Learners will tackle real-world use cases to explore the practical challenges and advantages of integrating security into DevOps workflows. Key topics include threat modeling, risk assessment, secure coding practices, and automated compliance. The curriculum emphasizes proactive vulnerability management across the software development lifecycle (SDLC), covering areas such as security tool integration, container and Kubernetes protection, and runtime threat monitoring.
Beyond technical competencies, the course also highlights the importance of cultural change and team collaboration. It encourages a shared responsibility model by helping teams develop a security-focused mindset, break down silos, and align security goals with broader business objectives. Through interactive sessions, case studies, and hands-on exercises, participants gain experience addressing security in distributed and dynamic environments.
By course completion, participants will be familiar with a range of modern DevSecOps tools and techniques, including static and dynamic application security testing (SAST/DAST), infrastructure as code (IaC) security, and automated vulnerability detection. They’ll also learn to implement scalable, repeatable security measures that meet regulatory standards like GDPR, ISO 27001, and NIST. This immersive, hands-on training empowers professionals to lead secure DevOps initiatives with confidence.
Learning Objectives
By the end of this course, participants will be able to:
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Grasp the core principles of embedding security within DevOps workflows.
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Apply threat modeling and risk assessment strategies effectively.
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Implement secure coding standards and integrate automated security testing into development pipelines.
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Utilize tools and best practices to protect CI/CD processes and cloud-native environments.
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Navigate and apply compliance frameworks within DevOps operations.
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Foster a culture of security awareness and collaboration across DevOps teams.
Target Audience
This course is ideal for professionals aiming to enhance their DevOps expertise by incorporating robust security practices. It is particularly well-suited for:
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DevOps engineers looking to integrate security into their workflows
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Security specialists, ethical hackers, and cybersecurity professionals
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IT managers, team leads, and technical decision-makers
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Software developers and quality assurance (QA) engineers
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Cloud architects and IT infrastructure professionals
Exam Details
The certification exam for the DevSecOps Practitioner course is designed to assess your understanding of key concepts and practices covered in the training. The exam details are as follows:
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Format: 40 multiple-choice questions
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Duration: 90 minutes
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Open-Book: Yes (*with access to specified reference materials)
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Passing Score: 65% (minimum of 26 correct answers)
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Language: English
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Certification Validity: Valid for three years, with the option for renewal
Prerequisites:
While there are no formal prerequisites, it is strongly recommended that participants complete the DevSecOps Foundation course before enrolling in this practitioner-level training.
Course Materials
Participants enrolled in the DevSecOps Practitioner course will receive a complete set of resources to support their learning and certification journey, including:
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A comprehensive course manual and participant workbook
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Access to hands-on labs and interactive simulation exercises
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Reference materials covering essential DevSecOps tools, techniques, and best practices
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Practice exams with detailed answer explanations to aid exam readiness
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Ongoing access to online resources and post-course support for certification preparation
