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Certified Secure Software Lifecycle Professional (CSSLP)

Want to call yourself a guru of software security? Your next step for career progression could be the Secure Software Lifecycle Professional Certification. 

Course overview

Certified Secure Software Lifecycle Professional (CSSLP)

This course is tailored for professionals engaged in the software development lifecycle (SDLC), from developers and testers to architects, project managers, and security experts. Developing secure software is pivotal in today's landscape, and the CSSLP equips you with essential skills. You'll gain comprehensive knowledge to embed security practices, authentication, authorisation, and auditing at every stage of the software development cycle. Offered by (ISC)², the CSSLP certification, vendor-neutral in nature, attests to your mastery of secure software development practices, spanning security requirements, design, implementation, testing, and deployment.

What you'll learn

  • Topics
    Core concepts 
    Security design principles 
    Security requirements
    Data classification 
    Privacy 
    Abuse cases & RTMs 
    Threat modelling 
    Security architecture 
    Architectural risk and modeling 
    Technologies 
    Secure design principles 
    Secure coding practices 
How you'll be assessed

Your assessment will take 240 minutes to complete and features 125 multiple-choice questions.

Certification

Upon successfully passing the examination, you’ll receive your Certified Secure Software Lifecycle Professional (CSSLP) certification. This is a digital certificate.

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Course Guide

The key facts about your online training.

Certification

Certified Secure Software Lifecycle Professional (CSSLP) 

Study time

30 guided learning hours (Full-time: 2 weeks, Part-time: 2 months)

Assessment

1 x 240 minute exam, 125 multiple-choice questions

Resources

Internet access and email

Prerequisites

4+ years experience in 1+ of relevant CSSLP  domains, this can be accrued after passing the exam 

Ideal for

Software Architects, Software Engineers, Software Developers, Application Security Specialists, Software Program Managers, Quality Assurance Testers, Penetration Testers, Software Procurement Analysts, Project Managers, Security Managers, IT Directors/Managers 

Vendor

(ISC)2 

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What's included

When you enrol with Learning People, you get so much more than just a course.

  • What's included
    On-demand platform access
    eBooks and video lessons
    Expert support and mentoring
    CV and LinkedIn support
    Monthly careers workshops
    TOTUM student card
    Practice questions
    Learning People Alumni membership

Learn the Learning People way

Be in control of your learning journey. Enjoy flexible and self-paced training that fits around your schedule. Learn when and where it suits you.

Our training is regularly updated to align with the latest technologies and trends, so you can be confident that you're equipped with the most up-to-date knowledge and skills.

Learn from the best in the field. Interact with our industry experts, ask your questions, and seek advice. We have the knowledge you need to succeed.

Globally recognised certifications that hold real value in your chosen industry. We’ll create a unique pathway, so you’re equipped with the certifications you need for the job you want.

Why become a Certified Secure Software Lifecycle Professional?

As cloud adoption accelerates, the Certified Secure Software Lifecycle Professional certification positions you to thrive through demonstrated expertise in this high-demand field. By validating comprehensive knowledge across cloud security domains, CSSLP opens doors to career advancement and increased earning potential. Maintaining the certification builds enduring skills in the evolving cloud security landscape, enabling certified professionals to steer organisations confidently into the IT future. 


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Salary projection

Average Salary after completing

£48k

You can earn an average of £47,600.00 a year

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You can earn an average of £47,600.00 a year

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