SCF-31

Make software secure

Make use of encryption protocols to securely transmit and receive data, and make it accessible remotely through direct transmission and through interfaces like APIs

Proficiency levels

Level Description
Aware
  • Can recognise key terms and fundamental concepts related to software security, encryption protocols, secure data transmission, and remote accessibility through interfaces like APIs.
  • Can understand the role that international standards and best practice techniques play in supporting software security and encryption.
  • Can understand the general importance of implementing security measures.
Practitioner
  • Can apply standard encryption methods to securely transmit and receive data, ensuring data accessibility through direct transmission and APIs.
  • Can utilise basic security practices to protect data integrity and confidentiality in software applications.
  • Can communicate the importance of encryption and secure data transmission to stakeholders and teams.
  • Can identify common vulnerabilities and apply standard security measures to mitigate risks in software systems.
Senior Practitioner
  • Can implement complex encryption protocols to secure data transmission and reception, ensuring secure remote accessibility through advanced methods and APIs.
  • Can evaluate, test, and enhance security measures to protect data from sophisticated threats, ensuring software meets high standards of security and accessibility.
  • Can conduct horizon scanning for emerging security threats and proactively adapt security measures to mitigate risks.
Expert
  • Can ensure that secure data transmission is aligned with industry standards and regulations, offering guidance on best practices.
  • Can innovate and develop advanced encryption methodologies and security protocols to ensure data protection and secure remote access.

Other taxonomies

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Taxonomy Competency
ESCO ICT encryption