Designing Robust Information System Security Architectures

Vahab Iranmanesh

This course is designed for Cybersecurity and Application Security Specialists, IT Security Managers and System Administrators, Software Developers, as well as IT Consultants and Penetration Testers. The course will go deeper into the design process, focusing on how to create secure information system architectures. It will cover threat modeling, secure-by-design principles, and integrating security into Software Development Life Cycles (SDLC) for software developers and computer networks. It will also provide IT Managers with strategies to align security design with business needs. By the end of the course, learners should be able to design secure information system architectures that can withstand various threat scenarios.

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Syllabus

Welcome and Module 1: Designing Secure-by-Design Information System Architectures

This module provides an in-depth exploration of Secure-by-Design, a security approach that differs from traditional security methods and also identifies the principles of Secure-by-Design. Next, the module compares the essential steps required to design a secure information system from the ground up, highlighting the unique considerations and practices associated with Secure-by-Design. Finally, the module delves into various security testing methods used to assess and validate the security of software designs. This includes techniques such as threat modeling, penetration testing, vulnerability scanning, and code review. By the end of this module, learners will have a comprehensive understanding of Secure-by-Design and the principles, practices, and testing methods associated with this security approach.

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Review network design principles

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Reviewing networking design principles will help you lay a solid foundation for the course.

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Review OSI model layers and networking protocols
Refresh routing and switching concepts
Revise security principles for network design

Read 'Designing Secure Software' by Mark Dowd, John McDonald, and Justin Schuh

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This book will introduce you to the fundamentals of secure software design.

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Read chapters 1-3 to understand the principles of secure design
Read chapters 4-6 to learn about threat modeling and risk assessment
Read chapters 7-9 to explore secure coding practices

Participate in online tutorials on secure design

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Online tutorials will provide you with additional guidance on secure design.

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Find reputable online tutorials on topics such as threat modeling and secure coding
Follow the tutorials step-by-step and complete the exercises

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Enroll in a workshop on secure design

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A workshop will provide you with hands-on experience in secure design.

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Find a workshop that aligns with your learning goals
Attend the workshop and actively participate in the exercises

Solve security design challenges

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Solving security design challenges will help you apply the concepts you learn in the course.

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Identify potential security threats and vulnerabilities
Design security controls to mitigate threats
Test and evaluate the effectiveness of your security designs

Attend security conferences and meetups

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Attending security conferences and meetups will expose you to new ideas and connect you with professionals in the field.

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Find upcoming security conferences and meetups in your area
Register for the events and make an effort to network with other attendees

Mentor junior security professionals

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Mentoring others will help you solidify your understanding of secure design and improve your communication skills.

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Find a mentoring program or volunteer organization that connects you with junior security professionals
Provide guidance and support to your mentees on topics such as threat modeling and secure coding

Contribute to open-source security projects

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Contributing to open-source projects will give you practical experience in secure design.

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Find open-source projects that focus on security, such as security frameworks or vulnerability scanners
Review the codebase and identify areas where you can make contributions
Propose and implement your changes in accordance with the project's guidelines

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