Announced in 2023,
ISC2 and the Linux Foundation, together with Linux’s Open Source Security Foundation (OpenSSF) have
partnered to fortify the open-source cybersecurity landscape. As global
leaders in cybersecurity training and open-source software development,
the collaboration is set to transform the security of enterprise
software development and lifecycle management for open-source code
worldwide.
Research shows that the demand for Secure by Design software is growing, providing ample opportunity for cybersecurity and software development professionals to upskill in ways to not only keep their organizations’ assets secure, but advance their careers.
According to Gartner, software development lifecycle (SDLC) attacks affected 61% of U.S. businesses from April 2022-2023. The latest ISC2 Cybersecurity Workforce Study reports that 26% of respondents indicated a skills gap at their organizations in application security, and 23% anticipate application security skills to be most in-demand for security professionals looking to advance their careers through new jobs and promotions.
Build Your Foundation with Free Courses
The Linux Foundation offers a variety of educational opportunities for those seeking to hone their cybersecurity skills. ISC2 recommends the following seven courses if you’re looking to build your foundation in Linux and open-source development. All courses are available online, self-paced, and completely free:
If you’re an ISC2-certified member, or an Associate of ISC2, you can submit these courses via the CPE portal to earn credits for continuing your education.
Looking for more on how you can secure your open-source elements? Learn how ISC2 and the Linux Foundation are working together at https://www.isc2.org/landing/Linuxfoundation