---
url: "https://xcademia.com/courses/secure-sdlc-foundations"
title: Secure SDLC Foundations
description: "Learn Secure SDLC practices including security gates, requirements, and DevSecOps integration.

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publishedAt: "2026-03-17T08:42:07.860153+00:00"
updatedAt: "2026-03-30T22:50:53.7265+00:00"
type: course
code: "CYB-0076"
level: Foundation
duration_days: "2"
track: "Secure Engineering & AppSec"
category: "Cybersecurity & Ethical Hacking"
credential_tier: tier1
price_gbp: "1299"
---

# Secure SDLC Foundations

> Learn secure development practices through mentor-led sessions and practical SDLC scenarios. This course focuses on security processes, stage gates, and defining secure requirements.

## Overview

Security must be embedded early in the software development lifecycle to reduce vulnerabilities and improve resilience. Organisations are increasingly adopting structured Secure SDLC practices to ensure applications are designed, built, and maintained securely.

This mentor-led programme introduces the principles of Secure SDLC, focusing on integrating security processes, defining stage gates, and establishing secure requirements. The course helps teams shift security left and build security into every phase of development.

Through practical scenarios and guided exercises, learners explore how to define security checkpoints, implement governance controls, and align development workflows with security requirements. By the end of the course, participants will understand how to embed security into development processes effectively.

## Prerequisites

- Basic understanding of software development processes.
- Familiarity with IT or security fundamentals.
- Interest in secure development practices.

## What you will learn

- Understand Secure SDLC principles and processes
- Define and manage secure requirements
- Implement SDLC security gates and controls
- Apply secure development practices
- Integrate security into development workflows
- Improve security maturity over time

## Skills you will gain

- Secure SDLC implementation
- Security requirements engineering
- SDLC governance and controls
- Secure coding fundamentals
- DevSecOps integration
- Security process improvement

## Career progression

- Software Developer
- DevSecOps Engineer
- Application Security Engineer
- Security Analyst
- Engineering Manager

## Curriculum

1. **Module 1: Getting Ready**
   - Introduction to Secure SDLC concepts
   - Overview of development lifecycle phases
   - Learning environment orientation
2. **Module 2: Secure SDLC Fundamentals**
   - SDLC models and security integration
   - Shift-left security principles
   - Risk-based approach to development
   - Security roles and responsibilities
3. **Module 3: Secure Requirements**
   - Defining security requirements
   - Regulatory and compliance considerations
   - Abuse cases and misuse scenarios
   - Traceability and documentation
4. **Module 4: Security Gates and Controls**
   - Defining stage gates in SDLC
   - Approval workflows and checkpoints
   - Security reviews and sign-offs
   - Governance and control frameworks
5. **Module 5:  Secure Development Practices**
   - Secure coding principles
   - Code review practices
   - Dependency and library management
   - Introduction to security testing
6. **Module 6: Continuous Improvement**
   - Metrics and KPIs for SDLC security
   - Feedback loops and retrospectives
   - Automation opportunities
   - Building a security-first culture

## Exam & certification

You will receive an Xcademia certificate of completion based on participation and successful completion of labs and scenario simulations.

## Delivery options

- **Live Online** — Join live instructor-led sessions from anywhere. Interactive, engaging, and flexible.
- **Onsite Training** — We come to you. Training delivered at your workplace for teams of 6 or more.
- **Venue-Based** — Classroom training at a professional venue. Ideal for focused, immersive learning.
- **Blended** — Combine online and in-person learning for maximum flexibility and impact.

## Frequently asked questions

**What is Secure SDLC?**

Secure SDLC is the practice of integrating security into every phase of the software development lifecycle.



**Who should attend this course?**

Developers, DevSecOps engineers, and professionals involved in software delivery.



**Is this course technical?**

It combines process, governance, and some technical secure development practices.



**Does this include hands-on exercises?**

Yes, practical scenarios and workflow exercises are included.



**What will I gain from this training?**

Skills to implement secure development processes and improve application security.

## Course at a glance

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Code | CYB-0076 |
| Duration | 2 days |
| Level | Foundation |
| Track | Secure Engineering & AppSec |
| Category | Cybersecurity & Ethical Hacking |
| Credential tier | tier1 |
| Price (GBP) | £1299 |

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