CSRP | Python Security

Python Security – Full Course Syllabus

“Master Secure Coding Practices & Automate Cybersecurity with Python”

Part of the CSRP Bootcamp | Phase 2 – Cybersecurity Technologies

Target Audience: Aspiring cybersecurity practitioners and developers with foundational knowledge in Python and cybersecurity tools. This course focuses on secure coding practices, automating security tasks, and leveraging Python for threat detection, penetration testing, and system hardening.
Course Duration: 18 Lessons (84 Total Hours)

• 12 Instructor-Led Lessons: 4 hours each (48 hours)

6 Asynchronous Self-Study Lessons: 6 hours each (36 hours)
Course Format: Blended Learning (Instructor-Led + Self-Study)
Outcome: Develop practical skills in secure coding, automating security operations, and building Python-based cybersecurity tools, preparing for the PCAP – Certified Associate in Python Programming certification.

Course Overview:

The Python Security course teaches students how to apply Python for secure software development, automate cybersecurity tasks, and build tools for penetration testing, threat detection, and system hardening. Students will explore the use of Python in various cybersecurity domains, including malware analysis, network security, and vulnerability assessments.

By the end of this course, students will:
✔ Understand Python’s role in modern cybersecurity practices
✔ Write secure Python code following industry best practices
✔ Use Python to automate security tasks and build custom security tools
✔ Apply Python in ethical hacking, penetration testing, and malware analysis
✔ Prepare for the PCAP – Certified Associate in Python Programming certification

Course Objectives:

By the end of this course, students will be able to:

• Write secure Python code that mitigates common vulnerabilities
• Automate security tasks such as log analysis, vulnerability scanning, and network monitoring
• Use Python libraries like Scapy, Requests, Socket, and PyCrypto for cybersecurity purposes
• Build penetration testing tools, malware analyzers, and threat detection scripts
• Prepare for the PCAP certification exam