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Securing Applications with Checkmarx
In today’s DevSecOps environments, security testing can’t wait until production. Securing Applications with Checkmarx + ZAP teaches you how to integrate dynamic application security testing (DAST) directly into your development pipeline and make sense of the results. Through realistic, scenario-based labs, you’ll deploy and automate OWASP ZAP scans, interpret vulnerability reports, tune alert filters, and verify remediation through hands-on experimentation. You’ll also learn to synthesize technical findings into executive-level insights using simple frameworks like “What / So What / Now What.
This course is designed for developers, DevSecOps engineers, QA testers, and security professionals who want to embed application security testing into continuous delivery workflows. It’s also well-suited for learners transitioning into application security roles or teams looking to improve scan accuracy, reduce noise, and automate security validation.
Learners should have a basic understanding of DAST, SAST, and common application vulnerabilities, along with foundational knowledge of secure coding practices. Experience with CI/CD pipelines, containers, or developer tools is helpful but not required.
By the end of this course, you’ll be able to confidently design, run, and communicate automated security scans that transform raw data into actionable intelligence—strengthening both your applications and your organization’s overall security posture.
Duration
5 Months
Institution
Coursera
Format
Online
Eligibility Criteria
school
Academic Foundation
A recognized Bachelor’s degree or high school equivalent required for admission into Coursera.
language
Language Proficiency
English proficiency required. IELTS, TOEFL, or standard medium-of-instruction certificates accepted.
Detailed Fees Breakdown
Base Tuition Fee
$160
Total Est. Investment
$160
Scholarships and early-bird waivers may apply. Contact admissions for exact institutional fees.
Academic Trajectory
Program Outcome
Graduates of the Securing Applications with Checkmarx program at Coursera are equipped with global perspectives, ready to excel in international markets and top-tier career opportunities.