008. Software Development and Security

When it comes to software security, prevention is always better than cure. Design flaws can open the door to breaches from the outset and result in millions of pounds worth of losses. It’s vital to have security principles running through the whole software development lifecycle. To discuss this in more detail we spoke to Adrian Thompson, a Consultant Software Engineer and Chair of the British Computer Society (Preston Branch), about the importance of security in software development. He tells the story of how he got interested in security, after an attempted hack on one of his client’s databases. 0’50 From Accountant to Developer 11’18 Security concerns and consideration with software development 12’30 At what stage should security be considered in software development? 20’39 What is the The British Computer Society (BCS)? 24’16 The benefits of being involved in the BCS 28’34 The BCS Cybercrime Event www.bcs.org/category/19375 31’38 The Cybercrime Hacking Competition for Universities 35’00 Upcoming BCS events Download on iTunes: apple.co/2Ji61Ek Listening time: 44 minutes For more information, follow us on Twitter @secarma or @secarlabs or email us at [email protected] Hosted by: Paul Mason, Ethical Hacker Guest: Adrian Thompson – Consultant Software Engineer and Chair of BCS Preston