Certified Secure Software Lifecycle Professional (CSSLP)

Overview

The Certified Secure Software Lifecycle Professional (CSSLP) certification is a globally recognized credential offered by ISC2, aimed at software development and security professionals. This certification validates the ability to incorporate security practices throughout each phase of the Software Development Lifecycle (SDLC), ensuring that security is a fundamental part of software design, implementation, and maintenance.

The certification validates an individual’s ability to:

• Apply best practices in secure software development.
• Manage security risks throughout the SDLC.
• Implement security measures for authentication, authorization, and auditing.

Course Details

The CSSLP certification encompasses eight domains critical for effective secure software development.

Topics Covered:

• Secure Software Concepts: Understanding foundational principles of secure software development.
• Secure Software Lifecycle Management: Managing the entire lifecycle of software with a focus on security.
• Secure Software Requirements: Defining security requirements during the software planning phase.
• Secure Software Architecture and Design: Designing secure architectures that mitigate vulnerabilities.
• Secure Software Implementation: Best practices for coding securely and avoiding common pitfalls.
• Secure Software Testing: Techniques for testing software to identify and remediate security issues.
• Secure Software Deployment, Operations, Maintenance: Ensuring ongoing security during deployment and maintenance phases.
• Secure Software Supply Chain: Managing risks associated with third-party components and services.

Learning Materials:

Participants will have access to a variety of resources, including official training materials, practice exams, and support from a community of cybersecurity professionals.

Exam Structure

The CSSLP certification is awarded upon successful completion of the exam that assesses knowledge across the covered domains.

Key Exam Requirements:

• A minimum of four years of cumulative paid work experience in one or more of the eight domains of the CSSLP Common Body of Knowledge (CBK).
• The exam consists of multiple-choice questions covering all domains.

Who Should Take CSSLP?

The CSSLP certification is ideal for:

• Software architects and engineers responsible for secure software design and implementation.
• Application security specialists focusing on integrating security into development processes.
• Penetration testers seeking to deepen their understanding of secure coding practices.

Resources

• **Certification Details **: Certified Secure Software Lifecycle Professional
• Exam Registration: Direct via ISC2 Certification Portal