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Secure Developers

Build security into applications from the ground up
Overview

What is a Secure Developer?

Role overview, compensation, and market demand

Secure Developers integrate security practices into the software development lifecycle. They write secure code, perform code reviews, and understand how to prevent common vulnerabilities like injection, XSS, and broken authentication.

Average Salary
$85,000 - $165,000+
Job Outlook
Excellent demand as secure dev becomes standard
Skills

Essential Skills

Master these critical skills with hands-on labs and real-world scenarios

Secure Coding Practices
OWASP Top 10 Understanding
API Security
Code Review & Analysis
DevSecOps Practices
Security Testing Integration
Training

Recommended Labs

Curated labs to build job-ready skills for secure developer positions

Web Application Hacking

Learn to exploit-and prevent-common web vulnerabilities

API Security Testing

Secure your APIs against modern attack vectors

Mobile Application Penetration Testing

Understand mobile app security from an attacker perspective

Thick Client Penetration Testing

Test desktop applications for security weaknesses

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Certifications

Industry Certifications

Our training prepares you for these industry-recognized certifications

CSSLP
Certified Secure Software Lifecycle Professional
ISC2
CEH
Certified Ethical Hacker
EC-Council
OSWE
Offensive Security Web Expert
OffSec
Progression

Career Roadmap

Your path forward in cybersecurity

1

Entry

Junior Developer
0-2 years
2

Mid-Level

Security-Focused Developer
2-5 years
3

Senior

AppSec Engineer / Security Architect
5-8 years
4

Lead

DevSecOps Lead / CISO
8+ years

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