Certified Application Security Specialist
I was pretty impressed when I saw this. Apparently there is a new certification program for application security specialists. I know other companies have attempted to move in this direction. Most notably is ISC2 with their CSSLP, with their motto, “I fill the holes in your SLC”. You can see that Dave Aitel supports the CSSLP:
While I respect Dave a lot, I can’t get behind filling holes. So, thankfully the CASS is here to fill that gap for us. I went through the process - thankfully it didn’t take much time. But I think someone who goes through the entire process shows a sincere interest, and that should make employers very happy. So if you’re out of a job and need a quick certification, the Certified Application Security Specialist is the cert for you. Go check it out! Don’t be like Dave Aitel, kids. Seriously, don’t.
April 1st, 2009 at 9:09 am
Certified ASS? like jennifer lopez? mmh cool i absolutely need this
April 1st, 2009 at 9:44 am
“Individuals can advance their careers and personal development by obtaining validated proof of their skills as an ASS.”
Ha Ha Ha !
Best 1st April post.
April 1st, 2009 at 11:07 am
This is great. Thanks for providing a good laugh on April 1.
April 1st, 2009 at 11:10 am
I see RSnake became a Certified ASS :-). My congratulations!
April 1st, 2009 at 1:01 pm
I hope I can get an official ASS HAT now that I’m officially certified as an ASS
April 1st, 2009 at 5:05 pm
I really wish some people would pull their head out of their Application Security Specialty (ASS) and diversify their knowledge set a bit.
April 2nd, 2009 at 9:33 am
Frankly, I don’t want to be an ASS. I married on instead.
April 2nd, 2009 at 9:34 am
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April 2nd, 2009 at 5:27 pm
@Llana - I’m sure you’re all about Jer’s ASS, but I’m perfectly happy not knowing those details.