Course Outline

Introduction to Open Source Software (OSS) Management

  • Defining OSS and its role in enterprise environments
  • Benefits and risks of OSS adoption
  • Case studies of OSS successes and failures

Establishing an OSS Policy

  • Key components of an OSS governance framework
  • Roles and responsibilities in OSS management
  • Balancing innovation with risk mitigation

Understanding Licensing and Compliance

  • Common open-source licenses and obligations
  • Managing license compatibility
  • Avoiding license violations

Software Bill of Materials (SBOM)

  • What is an SBOM and why it matters
  • Creating and maintaining an SBOM
  • Industry standards and regulatory requirements

Software Composition Analysis (SCA) Tools

  • Overview of SCA tools and features
  • Integrating SCA into CI/CD pipelines
  • Identifying and mitigating vulnerabilities

Security and Risk Management in OSS

  • Monitoring OSS supply chains for threats
  • Responding to OSS vulnerabilities
  • Best practices for patch management

Operationalizing OSS Management

  • Integrating OSS management into IT operations
  • Establishing ongoing monitoring and reporting
  • Building a culture of responsible OSS use

Summary and Next Steps

Requirements

  • An understanding of software development processes
  • Experience with project or IT management
  • Familiarity with security and compliance considerations

Audience

  • IT managers
  • Security and compliance officers
  • Software development team leads
 14 Hours

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