Application Security and Secure Software Development (IMCS-027) Training Course

Application Security and Secure Software Development

Many breaches exploit vulnerabilities in applications and APIs. Building security into software development is far more effective and cheaper than fixing problems after…

5 daysClassroom or online

14Upcoming dates

8Cities

£2,750Fees from

Course overview

Why Attend

Many breaches exploit vulnerabilities in applications and APIs. Building security into software development is far more effective and cheaper than fixing problems after release.

This LLMI course covers common application vulnerabilities, secure design principles, threat modelling, secure coding practices, security testing including static and dynamic analysis, API security, software supply chain security and integrating security into DevOps. Participants perform threat modelling and review code examples.

The course suits developers, architects and security professionals.

Course Objectives

Explain common application vulnerabilities

Apply secure design and threat modelling

Use secure coding practices

Integrate security testing into development

Secure APIs and software supply chains

Build a secure development life cycle

Target Audience

Software developers

Application architects

Security engineers

DevOps engineers

QA and testers

IT managers

Course Methodology

Technical presentations

Threat modelling workshop

Code review exercises

Tool demonstrations

Case studies

Course outline

1Day 1: Application Security Fundamentals

Why applications are attacked
Common vulnerabilities
Security principles
Secure development life cycle
Case study: Application breach
Exercise: Vulnerability examples

2Day 2: Secure Design

Threat modelling
Architecture risks
Authentication and authorisation
Data protection
Design reviews
Workshop: Threat model

3Day 3: Secure Coding

Input validation
Output encoding
Session management
Error handling
Secrets management
Exercise: Code review

4Day 4: Security Testing

Static analysis
Dynamic analysis
Dependency scanning
Penetration testing
API testing
Demonstration: Testing tools

5Day 5: DevSecOps

Pipeline integration
Software supply chain
Metrics
Training developers
Roadmap
Capstone: Secure SDLC plan

Frequently asked questions

How long is the Application Security and Secure Software Development course?

The course runs over 5 days of classroom training, usually Monday to Friday.

When is the next Application Security and Secure Software Development course?

The next public date is 21 - 25 Dec 2026 in Barcelona. There are 14 upcoming dates in total.

Where is this course held?

Upcoming sessions run in Barcelona, Munich, London, Istanbul, Vienna, Paris, Frankfurt, Rome.

Can I take Application Security and Secure Software Development online?

Yes. Every date can also be joined live online in a virtual classroom with the trainer, for £1,280 per participant. Choose "Live online" in the dates table when you register.

How much does the course cost?

Fees start from £2,750 per delegate, depending on the city. Fees include tuition and course materials.

Do participants receive a certificate?

Yes. Delegates who complete the course receive a London Leadership Management Innovation certificate of completion.

Can this course be delivered in-house for our team?

Yes. LLMI can tailor and deliver this course privately for your organisation at your premises or in one of our training cities.

Course information last updated 14 November 2026.

Application Security and Secure Software Development

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