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Practical DevSecOps is a private cybersecurity training and certification provider based in San Francisco, California. It is known for delivering hands-on, lab-based courses in DevSecOps, AI security, application security, and related disciplines.[1]
Overview
Founded in 2018, Practical DevSecOps offers virtual training programs through browser-based labs. Its certification paths are designed to simulate real-world security workflows in CI/CD pipelines. Core certifications include:
- Certified DevSecOps Professional (CDP)
- Certified DevSecOps Expert (CDE)
- Certified AI Security Professional (CAISP)
- Certified Threat Modeling Professional (CTMP)
Course content covers container security, static and dynamic analysis, secure infrastructure-as-code (IaC), threat modeling, and pipeline hardening. Practical exams typically last between 6 and 24 hours.[2][3]
Industry recognition
In 2025, Upwind Security listed Practical DevSecOps as a recommended platform for DevSecOps training.[4] The organization is also included in GitHub's community-curated \"Awesome DevSecOps\" repository of trusted tools and learning resources.[5]
The platform’s courses are listed in the National Initiative for Cybersecurity Careers and Studies (NICCS) catalog maintained by the U.S. Department of Homeland Security.[6]
Academic mentions
The University of Salford (UK) references Practical DevSecOps's Certified DevSecOps Professional course as an introductory resource in its public guidance on secure software practices through the Greater Manchester Cyber Foundry program.[7]
External links
References
- ^ "Top DevSecOps certifications and trainings". TechTarget. Retrieved 2025-06-20.
- ^ "Practical DevSecOps Expert Course Overview". Lumify Work. Retrieved 2025-06-20.
- ^ "Practical DevSecOps Courses". Firebrand Training. Retrieved 2025-06-20.
- ^ "13 Best DevSecOps Tools & Training Platforms for 2025". Upwind Security. Retrieved 2025-06-20.
- ^ "Awesome DevSecOps". GitHub. Retrieved 2025-06-20.
- ^ "NICCS Training Search – Practical DevSecOps". NICCS.gov. Retrieved 2025-06-20.
- ^ "DevOps and DevSecOps". University of Salford. Retrieved 2025-06-20.
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