Microservices Security from Pluralsight

Microservices can provide a lot of flexibility and benefits to your application and organization. Security breaches can be very costly, from loss of revenue, reputational damage and possibly bankruptcy, hence it’s of utmost importance you get it right. In this course, Microservices Security Fundamentals, you will learn the best practices, principals, standards, and patterns to effectively design and implement security solutions for your desired microservices architecture. First, you will learn about the key challenges of securing microservices vs. traditional monolithic applications. Next, you will discover the various security patterns and techniques you can utilize to address these challenges, focusing on edge and service-service security, single page vs. multi-page applications, monitoring, alerting, and throttling. Finally, you will explore threat modeling techniques and how to foster a security culture within your microservices teams. When you finish this course, you will have the skills and knowledge to design and implement secure microservices required to protect your organization and users.

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Examines security challenges of microservices vs. traditional applications, a critical understanding in today's software landscape

Led by Wojciech Lesiak, a seasoned software engineer with expertise in microservices and security

Focuses on edge and service-service security, key areas often overlooked in microservices design

Delves into threat modeling techniques and fostering a security culture, essential elements for robust microservices security

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Learners who complete Microservices Security will develop knowledge and skills that may be useful to these careers:

Security Engineer

A Security Engineer is responsible for protecting an organization's computer systems and networks from security breaches and other threats. They may also develop and implement security policies and procedures, train staff on security awareness, and manage security audits and assessments. The Microservices Security course can be helpful for Security Engineers by teaching them about the key challenges of securing microservices vs. traditional monolithic applications, as well as various security patterns and techniques that can be used to address these challenges. The course can also help Security Engineers to develop a security culture within their microservices teams, which is essential for protecting organizations from security breaches.

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Security Architect

A Security Architect is responsible for protecting an organization's computer systems and networks from security breaches and other threats. They may also develop and implement security policies and procedures, train staff on security awareness, and manage security audits and assessments. The Microservices Security course can be helpful for Security Architects by teaching them about the key challenges of securing microservices vs. traditional monolithic applications, as well as various security patterns and techniques that can be used to address these challenges. The course can also help Security Architects to develop a security culture within their microservices teams, which is essential for protecting organizations from security breaches.

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Cloud Security Engineer

A Cloud Security Engineer is responsible for securing cloud-based applications and data. They may also develop and implement security policies and procedures, train staff on security awareness, and manage security audits and assessments. The Microservices Security course can be helpful for Cloud Security Engineers by teaching them about the key challenges of securing microservices vs. traditional monolithic applications, as well as various security patterns and techniques that can be used to address these challenges. The course can also help Cloud Security Engineers to develop a security culture within their microservices teams, which is essential for protecting organizations from security breaches.

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Software Engineer

A Software Engineer designs, develops, and maintains software applications. They may also work on software testing and quality assurance. The Microservices Security course can be helpful for Software Engineers who are working on microservices applications. The course can teach them about the key challenges of securing microservices vs. traditional monolithic applications, as well as various security patterns and techniques that can be used to address these challenges.

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DevOps Engineer

A DevOps Engineer is responsible for bridging the gap between software development and operations. They may also work on automating software development and deployment processes. The Microservices Security course can be helpful for DevOps Engineers who are working on microservices applications. The course can teach them about the key challenges of securing microservices vs. traditional monolithic applications, as well as various security patterns and techniques that can be used to address these challenges.

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Security Analyst

A Security Analyst is responsible for monitoring and analyzing security data to identify and mitigate threats. They may also work on incident response and forensics. The Microservices Security course can be helpful for Security Analysts who are working on microservices applications. The course can teach them about the key challenges of securing microservices vs. traditional monolithic applications, as well as various security patterns and techniques that can be used to address these challenges.

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Systems Administrator

A Systems Administrator is responsible for managing the computer systems and networks of an organization. They may also work on installing and configuring software, maintaining hardware, and providing technical support. The Microservices Security course may be helpful for Systems Administrators who are working on managing the security of microservices applications. The course can teach them about the key challenges of securing microservices vs. traditional monolithic applications, as well as various security patterns and techniques that can be used to address these challenges.

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Security Manager

A Security Manager is responsible for managing the security of an organization's computer systems and networks. They may also work on developing and implementing security policies and procedures, training staff on security awareness, and managing security audits and assessments. The Microservices Security course may be helpful for Security Managers who are working on managing the security of microservices applications. The course can teach them about the key challenges of securing microservices vs. traditional monolithic applications, as well as various security patterns and techniques that can be used to address these challenges.

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Network Security Engineer

A Network Security Engineer is responsible for securing an organization's networks from security breaches and other threats. They may also develop and implement security policies and procedures, train staff on security awareness, and manage security audits and assessments. The Microservices Security course may be helpful for Network Security Engineers who are working on securing microservices applications. The course can teach them about the key challenges of securing microservices vs. traditional monolithic applications, as well as various security patterns and techniques that can be used to address these challenges.

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Security Consultant

A Security Consultant is responsible for providing security advice and guidance to organizations. They may also work on security audits and assessments. The Microservices Security course may be helpful for Security Consultants who are working on advising organizations on the security of microservices applications. The course can teach them about the key challenges of securing microservices vs. traditional monolithic applications, as well as various security patterns and techniques that can be used to address these challenges.

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IT Auditor

An IT Auditor is responsible for assessing the security of an organization's computer systems and networks. They may also work on compliance audits. The Microservices Security course may be helpful for IT Auditors who are working on auditing microservices applications. The course can teach them about the key challenges of securing microservices vs. traditional monolithic applications, as well as various security patterns and techniques that can be used to address these challenges.

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Penetration Tester

A Penetration Tester is responsible for testing the security of an organization's computer systems and networks. They may also work on vulnerability assessments and penetration testing. The Microservices Security course may be helpful for Penetration Testers who are working on testing the security of microservices applications. The course can teach them about the key challenges of securing microservices vs. traditional monolithic applications, as well as various security patterns and techniques that can be used to address these challenges.

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Web Developer

A Web Developer is responsible for designing, developing, and maintaining websites and web applications. They may also work on front-end and back-end development. The Microservices Security course may be helpful for Web Developers who are working on developing microservices applications. The course can teach them about the key challenges of securing microservices vs. traditional monolithic applications, as well as various security patterns and techniques that can be used to address these challenges.

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Security Researcher

A Security Researcher is responsible for researching new security vulnerabilities and threats. They may also work on developing new security tools and techniques. The Microservices Security course may be helpful for Security Researchers who are working on researching the security of microservices applications. The course can teach them about the key challenges of securing microservices vs. traditional monolithic applications, as well as various security patterns and techniques that can be used to address these challenges.

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Risk Analyst

A Risk Analyst is responsible for assessing the risks to an organization's computer systems and networks. They may also work on developing and implementing risk management plans. The Microservices Security course may be helpful for Risk Analysts who are working on assessing the risks to microservices applications. The course can teach them about the key challenges of securing microservices vs. traditional monolithic applications, as well as various security patterns and techniques that can be used to address these challenges.

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