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Secure AI by Design for GenAI Systems and Agentic Systems

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Secure AI by Design for GenAI Systems and Agentic Systems

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7 hours to complete
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Gain insight into a topic and learn the fundamentals.
Intermediate level

Recommended experience

7 hours to complete
Flexible schedule
Learn at your own pace

What you'll learn

  • Understand key AI security frameworks and how to apply them to GenAI and agentic systems.

  • Learn how to implement security governance structures and regulatory compliance for AI systems.

  • Gain practical experience in securing AI development processes, including data and model security.

  • Develop skills in identifying vulnerabilities in AI systems and applying threat intelligence for proactive defense.

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July 2026

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5 assignments

Taught in English

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There are 4 modules in this course

In this module, we will introduce you to the fundamental principles of AI security, highlighting the importance of a structured approach to secure GenAI and agentic systems. We’ll explore the current state of AI adoption and the resulting security challenges. Additionally, we will dive into various frameworks, such as OWASP LLMSecOps and NIST, that offer guidance for securing AI throughout its lifecycle and aligning with global regulations.

What's included

10 videos

In this module, we will explore the landscape of AI risks, providing a detailed taxonomy of the risks AI systems face across multiple dimensions. We will examine the OWASP Top 10 risks for LLM and GenAI, as well as the unique security challenges posed by agentic systems. You’ll learn how to mitigate these risks using structured security practices and best practices for agentic application security.

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5 videos1 assignment

This module focuses on the importance of governance and compliance in AI security. We’ll discuss how to build an AI security governance framework that aligns risk management with strategy, ensuring compliance with evolving AI regulations. You’ll learn how to establish an AI asset inventory, prevent shadow AI, and map security controls to specific regulatory requirements to streamline your compliance process.

What's included

6 videos1 assignment

In this module, we will explore how security is integrated into every phase of the AI lifecycle through the LLMSecOps framework. You’ll gain insights into securing AI data, training models, and AI-specific threat intelligence to strengthen your system’s defenses. Additionally, we will cover AI red teaming, vulnerability scoring, and setting AI security KPIs to monitor and improve the security posture of your AI systems.

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9 videos3 assignments

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