Spring Security – Secure Enterprise Java Applications

This course provides an in-depth and practical understanding of Spring Security for securing modern enterprise applications. It is ideal for Java developers, backend engineers, and professionals working with Spring Boot and RESTful services who need robust authentication, authorization, and data protection.

Last updated: April 04, 2026

What is the Spring Security Course About?

A comprehensive program on implementing authentication, authorization, JWT, OAuth2, CSRF protection, password encryption, and securing microservices and REST APIs.

Objectives of the Spring Security Course

Master Spring Security fundamentals, implement role-based access control, secure REST APIs, work with JWT, integrate OAuth2, apply advanced security policies, and handle real-world enterprise concerns.

Who is this Course For?

Java Developers, Backend Engineers, Microservices Developers, Cloud Engineers, and Students preparing for enterprise development roles.

Prerequisites

Good understanding of Core Java and basic Spring Boot knowledge is recommended.

Training Modes

Online

Live virtual classes with hands-on labs and real-time coding.

In-person

Instructor-led classroom training with practical workshops.

Course Outline

Training Level: ADVANCED

Introduction to Spring Security

Understand why application security is critical.

Security Fundamentals

Overview of Spring Security

Architecture and Filters

Setting Up Spring Security

Authentication & Authorization

Learn how Spring Security manages users and roles.

Authentication Providers

Role-Based Access Control

Custom UserDetailsService

Method Level Security

Password Handling & Security

Protect user credentials effectively.

Password Encoding

Hashing Algorithms (BCrypt, PBKDF2)

Secure Login Implementations

Best Practices

Securing REST APIs

Implement secure API communication.

Stateless Security

Session vs Token Based Security

CSRF Protection

CORS Handling

JWT Security

Implement modern token-based authentication.

JWT Concepts

Generating JWT Tokens

Validating and Refreshing Tokens

Securing REST Endpoints

OAuth2 & Social Login

Enable secure external authentication.

OAuth2 Fundamentals

Authorization Code Flow

Google / GitHub Login

Client Credentials Flow

Security for Microservices

Secure distributed architectures.

Gateway Security

Service-to-Service Security

Token Propagation

Security Patterns

Advanced Spring Security

Handle complex enterprise scenarios.

Custom Filters

Access Decision Managers

Multi-Factor Authentication Concepts

Security Error Handling

Monitoring & Hardening Security

Harden applications for production.

Security Testing

Auditing & Logging

Threat Modeling Basics

Best Practices

Real-World Security Project

Build and secure a complete real-world application.

Design Secure Architecture

Implement Authentication & Authorization

Secure APIs with JWT/OAuth2

Final Review and Improvements