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CertNexus Cyber Secure Coder is the premier certification for those who desire to effectively address security issues as in the creation of software. 


Utilizing two universal languages – Python and Java Script – CertNexus CSC training teaches the key concepts needed and includes hands-on activities to reinforce these practices.


Cyber Secure Coder is the go-to certification for validating secure coding practices – for all developers, in all programming languages, on all platforms. 


CertNexus CSC certification has been DoDD 8140 approved for use.


Why Get Cybersecurity Coding Certified?


Developers are tasked with ensuring that the software that they create includes coding that results in protected applications. Specialists holding the Cyber Secure Coder certification have proven that they can follow safe practices throughout the creative process.


Who this course is for?
  • Software Developers

  • Web Application Developers

  • Mobile Application Developers

  • Software Architects

  • Quality Assurance/Test Engineers

  • IT Professionals

  • Security Professionals

  • Students and Researchers


Though this CertNexus Cyber Secure Coder™  training course, you will learn to:


  • Code securely and understand its importance.

  • Spot common software weaknesses and threats.

  • Follow secure coding rules and best practices.

  • Write secure code in different programming languages.

  • Use secure coding to stop common attacks.

  • Add security to protect data.


A CertNexus Cyber Secure Coder™ certification will certify that the successful candidate has the knowledge, skills, and abilities to design and develop a variety of applications for various platforms, analyze security concerns outside of specific languages and platforms, use a number of testing and analysis tools, and mitigate against common threats to data and systems.


Benefits of Strong Cybersecurity in Coding


Building strong cybersecurity practices throughout the entire coding process has many benefits. Waiting until the final testing phase to find and remediate issues can be costly and lead to missed deadlines as well as a bad reputation. Building protective measures into the entire development process avoids these pitfalls while also addressing privacy issues.


Prerequisites


There are no formal prerequisites.


However, we reccommend: General programming experience (developing applications, using dev tools), ability to analyze documentation.


Modules

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Identifying the Need for Security in Your Software Projects

Identify Security Requirements and Expectations


Identify Factors That Undermine Software Security


Find Vulnerabilities in Your Software


Gather Intelligence on Vulnerabilities and Exploits

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Handling Vulnerabilities

  • Handle Vulnerabilities Due to Software Defects and Misconfiguration


  • Handle Vulnerabilities Due to Human Factors


  • Handle Vulnerabilities Due to Process Shortcomings

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Designing for Security

  • Apply General Principles for Secure Design


  • Design Software to Counter Specific Threats

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Developing Secure Code

  • Follow Best Practices for Secure Coding


  • Prevent Platform Vulnerabilities


  • Prevent Privacy Vulnerabilities

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Implementing Common Protections

  • Limit Access Using Login and User Roles


  • Protect Data in Transit and At Rest


  • Implement Error Handling and Logging


  • Protect Sensitive Data and Functions


  • Protect Database Access

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Testing Software Security

  • Perform Security Testing


  • Analyze Code to Find Security Problems


  • Use Automated Testing Tools to Find Security Problems

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Maintaining Security in Deployed Software

  • Monitor and Log Applications to Support Security


  • Maintain Security After Deployment

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Gain an Official CertNexus Certificate

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Your certification.

Receive a verifiable certification from an accredited certifying body.

Showcase your achievement on LinkedIn and your CV.

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Exam Details

Duration: 120 minutes (including 5 minutes for Candidate Agreement and 5 minutes for Pearson VUE tutorial)


Passing Score: 60%


Format: Multiple Choice/Multiple Response


Exam Options: In person at Pearson VUE test centers or online via Pearson OnVUE online proctoring

Course Study Options

Self Study

Online Study at Your Own Pace

In-Person Training

12 locations across the Middle East

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Qatar: Doha & Lusail

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Saudi Arabia: Riyadh, Jeddah & Dammam

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UAE: Dubai & Abu Dhabi

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Bahrain: Manama ·

 

Oman: Muscat

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Jordan: Amman ·

 

Kuwait: Kuwait City

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Egypt: Cairo

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Live Online Training

Course Duration : Flexible

Ready to find out more?

Speak to our team to choose your course and plan your next step.

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Cyber Secure Coder™

Taught: Online & In-Person & Self-Study

Official Training

Languages: English & Arabic

Duration: Flexible

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