The Certified DevSecOps Practitioner program is globally designed to enhance secure software development, continuous integration practices, and security-driven DevOps excellence across modern technology environments.
Learn directly from global DevOps practitioners, cybersecurity experts, and industry leaders who are shaping the future of secure software delivery and DevSecOps innovation.









Prove your skills & expertise in the following areas:
•Defining DevSecOps and its key principles, values, and practices
•Understanding the benefits of integrating security into development and operations
•Exploring the DevSecOps lifecycle and how it brings teams together
•Reviewing the major components of a DevOps pipeline
•Integrating security practices and testing into the pipeline
•Implementing security testing like SAST, SCA, DAST into the pipeline
•Leveraging Security as Code practices
•Promoting collaboration between teams on security
•Utilizing secure coding standards and best practices
•Conducting code reviews and vulnerability testing
•Designing secure software through principles like least privilege
•Building security into CI/CD pipelines via testing and scanning
•Ensuring secure deployment and release processes
•Leveraging automation tools to streamline security tasks
•Implementing security orchestration for streamlined workflows
•Identifying risks through threat modeling exercises
•Implementing mitigation strategies to address risks
•Applying cloud security best practices
•Securing containerized environments
•Developing an incident response plan
•Implementing security incident management processes
•Understanding regulatory and compliance requirements
•Establishing governance models for DevSecOps
•Evaluating and selecting appropriate tools for use cases
Learn from experienced practitioners and industry leaders who bring real-world expertise and practical insights to the program.
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There are no mandatory prerequisites, making it accessible for individuals without specific work experience or knowledge requirements; however, having a background in the DevSecOps domain is recommended for a better understanding of the content and concepts covered in the certification exam.
Exam Questions
40
Exam Format
Multiple choice
Language
English
Passing Score
65%
Duration
90 min
Open Book
No
Certification Validity
5 Years
Complimentary Retake
Yes

The GSDC Certified DevSecops Practitioner certification demonstrates expertise in devsecops, which has become critical for organizations looking to rapidly deliver secure software.
As a certified devsecops practitioner, professionals showcase their skills in implementing devsecops pipelines, infrastructure as code, and security automation.
The certification exam focuses on the knowledge needed by devsecops practitioners to oversee secure CI/CD pipelines, security testing, infrastructure hardening, and compliance.
Achieving the GSDC Certified DevSecops Practitioner certification validates capabilities in devsecops tools, methodologies, and best practices. With the growing need for skilled devsecops practitioners, this certification highlights expertise in an in-demand field.