Derek is a multifaceted professional with expertise in information security, serving as an author, leader, speaker, and university instructor. His commitment to enhancing information security has defined his career, steering high-performing cybersecurity teams and crafting strategic initiatives that effectively mitigate risks and safeguard sensitive data. He excels in uniting teams, implementing regulatory compliance systems, and establishing comprehensive enterprise security services to ensure organizations' secure digital landscape navigation. Derek joined us to discuss the Application Security Program Handbook and how to run security champions programs effectively.  Welcome to The Security Champions Podcast [0:15] The Application Security Program Handbook [12:00]The Conflict Between Development & Security [16:23]Create Guard Rails, Not Barriers [22:30]Leveraging Security Champions [28:02]Regulations Effect on Development Teams & Education [39:51]Tips & Tricks for Security Champions Programs [46:55] Episode Resources: Application Security Program Handbook~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Podcast sponsored by Security Journey, Secure Coding Training for Developers and Everyone in the SDLC. Learn more at securityjourney.com. FOLLOW US to stay up-to-date with new content! Twitter (twitter.com/SecurityJourney) LinkedIn (linkedin.com/company/security-journey) YouTube (youtube.com/c/securityjourney) Online (securityjourney.com) CONTACT: [email protected]