Software Engineering

Secure Software: Deployment and Acquisition

Provider

Alison

Format

100% Online

Level

Certificate

Duration

2-3 Hours

Course Overview

Supply chain attacks (like the infamous SolarWinds hack) are the most terrifying threat landscape today. We highly recommend this course because it shifts the focus away from 'how do we code securely' to 'how do we ensure the software we bought from someone else isn't secretly malware.'

Master secure procedures for releasing and maintaining software systems.

The most dangerous phase in any software lifecycle is the exact moment it moves from a protected development environment into the open internet. 'Secure Software: Deployment and Acquisition' addresses the critical vulnerabilities that occur during the final stages of a product's launch. This course details the logistical protocols required to ensure a clean, secure handoff to the operations team. You will examine the intricacies of securely acquiring third-party software—evaluating vendor security postures, managing open-source dependency risks, and understanding the legal implications of End User License Agreements (EULAs). The curriculum heavily emphasizes supply chain security, teaching you how to digitally sign releases and verify the cryptographic integrity of patches before they are pushed to production user endpoints.

•Self-paced learning, anytime and anywhere.
•Accessible on any device (Desktop, Tablet, Mobile).
•Interactive content designed for maximum retention.

Who Should Enrol?

Geared heavily towards Senior DevOps Engineers, IT Compliance Officers, and Technical Procurement Managers who are responsible for purchasing and deploying commercial-off-the-shelf (COTS) software.

English Language Requirements

A basic proficiency in reading and understanding English is recommended to fully benefit from the material.

Upon successful completion of this program, you will be able to:

✓Establish rigorous security protocols for the final deployment phase of a software release.
✓Evaluate the security posture and potential supply-chain risks of third-party software vendors.
✓Implement digital signature and checksum verification to guarantee the integrity of deployed patches.
✓Analyze and negotiate End User License Agreements (EULAs) from a technical security perspective.
✓Audit open-source software dependencies for known vulnerabilities before integration.

Critical for professionals responsible for the gatekeeping of production environments. Prepares candidates for roles such as Release Manager, IT Procurement Specialist, DevSecOps Engineer, or Vendor Risk Manager.

Why We Recommend This Course

"Supply chain attacks (like the infamous SolarWinds hack) are the most terrifying threat landscape today. We highly recommend this course because it shifts the focus away from 'how do we code securely' to 'how do we ensure the software we bought from someone else isn't secretly malware.'"