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GH-500 GitHub Advanced Security
About the Certification
This is an advanced professional certification focused on securing source code and software supply chains using GitHub Advanced Security, delivered within the GitHub ecosystem.
The certification aims to enable candidates to apply DevSecOps practices in real-world GitHub repositories, including early vulnerability detection, Code Scanning, Secret Scanning, and Dependency Review. It emphasizes integrating security into CI/CD pipelines, improving security governance and automation, and reducing software supply chain risks making it ideal for DevOps, DevSecOps, developers, and security engineers. This certification represents an advanced credential for professional work in enterprise environments that rely on GitHub for secure software development and delivery.
Main Curriculum
The curriculum is divided into four main sections
- Secure Software Development with GitHub
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- Secure Software Development concepts
- Integrating security into the software development lifecycle
- Shift Left Security
- The role of GitHub Advanced Security in DevSecOps
- Dependency Management and Dependabot
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- Managing software dependencies
- Dependabot alerts and updates
- Detecting vulnerabilities in libraries
- Secure dependency updates
- Secret Scanning and Security Insights
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- Detecting secrets
- Preventing leakage of keys and sensitive data
- Security alerts and reporting
- Improving repository security posture
- Code Scanning and CodeQL
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- Code Scanning concepts
- Using CodeQL
- Detecting software vulnerabilities
- Analyzing results and remediating alerts
Exam Details
- Exam code : GH-500
- Duration : 100 minutes
- Number of questions : 40–60 questions
- Question types : Multiple choice and case-based scenarios
- Language : English
- Passing score : 700 out of 1000
- Exam fee: 50–99$ (may vary by country and may include taxes)
- Certification Validity This certification is valid for two years and can typically be renewed through a free Microsoft Learn renewal assessment before expiration.
Do I need certifications before it ?
No prerequisites are required. You can take the GH-500: GitHub Advanced Security exam directly without prior certifications.
However, having experience in application security, GitHub, CI/CD pipelines, and DevSecOps concepts is strongly recommended for optimal readiness.
Which certifications are recommended after this one ?
Not mandatory. However, if you are pursuing a strong career path in securing code and repositories using GitHub Advanced Security especially in vulnerability detection, code analysis, and software supply chain protection the GH-500 GitHub Advanced Security certification is the strongest option.
What are the main career uses of the GH-500 certification ?
- Advanced Application Security (SAST / DAST / SCA) for deep vulnerability detection, code analysis, and open-source dependency management within GitHub.
- Secure CI/CD & DevSecOps Automation to integrate automated security scanning, policies, and continuous protection into CI/CD pipelines.
- Code Scanning & Secret Protection at Scale using CodeQL, Secret Scanning, and Dependabot at the enterprise level.
- Compliance & Security Governance in DevOps to align security practices with regulatory requirements without slowing development.
- DevSecOps Engineer / Application Security Engineer / Secure Software Architect roles that combine development, security, and governance
Advanced Professionalism in Software Security Using GitHub :
This certification is an advanced step toward strengthening software security throughout the development lifecycle. It focuses on securing source code, detecting vulnerabilities early, and effectively integrating Secure DevOps practices, enabling you to build secure development pipelines and significantly improve application security using GitHub’s advanced tools.
Who is this certification suitable for ?
- DevOps Engineers or DevSecOps Engineers.
- Professionals securing source code and CI/CD pipelines.
- Those working with Code Scanning, Secret Scanning, and Dependency Security.
- Engineers aiming to implement Shift Left Security.
- Professionals looking to advance into Application Security or DevSecOps roles.