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 Duration 14 hours

Course Outline

Introduction to Open Source Software (OSS) Governance

  • Defining OSS and its strategic role in enterprise settings
  • Assessing the benefits and potential risks of OSS adoption
  • Reviewing case studies of both successful and unsuccessful OSS implementations

Developing an OSS Policy

  • Core elements of an OSS governance framework
  • Defining roles and responsibilities in OSS management
  • Striking a balance between fostering innovation and managing risk

Navigating Licensing and Compliance

  • Understanding common open-source licenses and associated obligations
  • Managing license compatibility effectively
  • Preventing inadvertent license violations

Software Bill of Materials (SBOM)

  • The definition of an SBOM and its critical importance
  • Processes for creating and maintaining an SBOM
  • Compliance with industry standards and regulatory mandates

Software Composition Analysis (SCA) Tools

  • Key features and capabilities of SCA tools
  • Integrating SCA into CI/CD pipelines
  • Identifying and remediating vulnerabilities

Security and Risk Management in OSS

  • Monitoring OSS supply chains for emerging threats
  • Strategies for responding to OSS vulnerabilities
  • Best practices for effective patch management

Implementing OSS Governance Operations

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

Summary and Recommended Next Steps

Requirements

  • A solid grasp of software development workflows
  • Background in project or IT management
  • Knowledge of security and compliance standards

Target Audience

  • IT Managers
  • Security and Compliance Specialists
  • Leads of Software Development Teams

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