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 Duration 14 hours

Course Outline

Introduction to Open Source Software (OSS) Management

  • Defining OSS and its strategic role in enterprise environments
  • Exploring the benefits and potential risks of OSS adoption
  • Reviewing case studies of successful and failed OSS implementations

Establishing an OSS Policy

  • Key components of an effective OSS governance framework
  • Defining roles and responsibilities in OSS management
  • Striking a balance between fostering innovation and mitigating risk

Understanding Licensing and Compliance

  • Overview of common open-source licenses and their obligations
  • Strategies for managing license compatibility
  • Methods to avoid license violations

Software Bill of Materials (SBOM)

  • What an SBOM is and why it is critical
  • Processes for creating and maintaining an SBOM
  • Relevant industry standards and regulatory requirements

Software Composition Analysis (SCA) Tools

  • Overview of SCA tools and their key features
  • Integrating SCA into CI/CD pipelines
  • Techniques for identifying and mitigating vulnerabilities

Security and Risk Management in OSS

  • Monitoring OSS supply chains for potential threats
  • Response strategies for OSS vulnerabilities
  • Best practices for patch management

Operationalizing OSS Management

  • Integrating OSS management into broader IT operations
  • Establishing continuous monitoring and reporting mechanisms
  • Cultivating an organizational culture of responsible OSS usage

Summary and Next Steps

Requirements

  • A solid understanding of software development processes.
  • Experience in project or IT management.
  • Familiarity with security and compliance requirements.

Target Audience

  • IT Managers
  • Security and Compliance Officers
  • Software Development Team Leads

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