Why DevSecOps Became the Standard in 2026
DevSecOps (Development, Security, Operations) is a methodology that transforms security from a final development stage into a continuous process within the CI/CD pipeline. According to the GitLab DevSecOps Survey 2025, over 70% of teams have already integrated automated security checks into their pipelines, and the number of vulnerabilities detected before production has increased 2.5 times compared to 2022. The rise in cyberattacks on open-source components (SolarWinds, Log4j) and stricter compliance requirements (SOC 2, ISO 27001, PCI DSS) make DevSecOps not just a trend but a mandatory condition for any product company.
The DevSecOps (SAST/DAST) course on the Asibiont platform is a practical guide for DevOps engineers and developers who want to learn how to automate security: from static code analysis to container scanning and SBOM (Software Bill of Materials) management.
What You Will Learn in the Course: From SAST to Container Security
The course covers the full stack of DevSecOps tools that are actually used in production. Here are the key skills you will gain:
1. Setting Up SAST (Static Application Security Testing)
SAST is the analysis of source code without executing it. You will learn to work with:
- Semgrep — a fast static analyzer supporting 30+ languages. In the course, you will configure rules to find SQL injections, XSS, and command injections.
- SonarQube — integrate it into GitLab CI for automatic code quality and security control.
2. DAST and Dynamic Testing (OWASP ZAP)
DAST checks a running application. You will deploy OWASP ZAP in Docker and configure automatic scanning after each deployment. Practical case: detecting CSRF vulnerability in a REST API and generating an HTML report.
3. Secrets Management and SBOM
- How to store API keys, passwords, and tokens using HashiCorp Vault or AWS Secrets Manager.
- Generating SBOM (CycloneDX) for each release — a requirement of Executive Order 14028 (USA) and many European regulators.
4. Container and IaC Scanning
- Trivy — scanning Docker images for CVE vulnerabilities.
- Checkov — checking Terraform code for misconfigurations (open S3 buckets, open security groups).
5. CI/CD Integration
You will build a pipeline that automatically runs SAST, DAST, container scanning, and secret checks on every pull request. This reduces the risk of vulnerabilities reaching production by 80% (data from the SANS 2025 report).
Who This Course Is For
The course is aimed at practitioners:
- DevOps Engineers — will get ready-made scenarios for integrating security into pipelines.
- Developers (Backend, Fullstack) — will learn to write secure code and automate its verification.
- Security Engineers — will study tools that can be implemented without hiring a separate AppSec team.
To take the course, you need basic experience with Linux, Docker, and CI/CD (GitLab CI, GitHub Actions, or Jenkins).
How Learning Works on Asibiont: AI Personalization Without Fluff
Unlike classic courses with a fixed program, Asibiont uses a neural network that adapts learning to your level and goals. Here's how it works:
- AI-Generated Lessons — the neural network creates text materials with configuration examples (YAML, Dockerfile, Terraform) that you can immediately copy into your project.
- Adaptive Hints — if you make a mistake in configuring OWASP ZAP, AI will suggest fixing the parameters and explain why it's important.
- Practical Scenarios — you don't get boring theory. You immediately learn to configure Semgrep in GitLab CI and see the result: a green pipeline or a vulnerability alert.
- 24/7 Access — all materials stay with you forever. You can return to any topic whenever needed.
Why is this effective? A 2024 MIT study showed that personalized learning reduces the time to master new tools by 40% compared to traditional courses. AI on Asibiont doesn't just show slides — it generates configurations for your stack (e.g., if you use GitHub Actions instead of GitLab, AI adapts the examples).
Comparison with Alternatives
| Parameter | Asibiont (AI Course) | Traditional Courses | YouTube/Articles |
|---|---|---|---|
| Personalization | AI adapts lessons to your experience | Fixed program | None |
| Format | Text materials + AI hints | Video + homework | Chaotic |
| Practice | Ready-made configs for CI/CD | Theoretical tasks | Need to search yourself |
| Relevance | Updates automatically | Often outdated | Depends on author |
Conclusion: Security Cannot Wait
In 2026, a vulnerability in production costs a company an average of $4.5 million (according to the IBM Cost of a Data Breach Report 2025). DevSecOps is not a luxury but a necessity. The DevSecOps (SAST/DAST) course on Asibiont will give you practical skills you can apply tomorrow: from setting up Semgrep to generating SBOM.
Start learning right now — go to the course page: DevSecOps (SAST/DAST). A personalized program adapted to your level awaits you.
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