Data-Driven AppSec Champions Programs - Benchmarking Your Program with Numbers

Explore the findings of a groundbreaking 9-month research survey on AppSec champions programs in this 28-minute conference talk by John Dickson, Vice President at Coalfire. Gain insights into common denominators and best practices from 26 innovative AppSec programs, including recruitment strategies, training methods, and communication techniques. Learn how organizations measure success and return on investment for these initiatives. Discover how to leverage survey results to justify and improve your own AppSec champions program, ultimately addressing the secure development challenge by winning the hearts and minds of developers. Understand the organizational backgrounds, time investments, and program attributes that contribute to successful AppSec champions programs, and explore their relevance for AppSec leaders in today's software development landscape.