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Certified Biometric Security Developer (CBSD)

Certified Biometric Security Developer – CBSD designates knowledgeable technology professionals in the field of biometric security. This program is designed for those who wish to gain a solid understanding of biometric technologies and apply concepts and COTS tools to improve logical and physical access control in identity management systems. Ideal candidates for this program include security architects, Software & Application Developers, Security Engineers, information assurance consultants, Program & Project Managers, and other individuals with experience and expertise in information security-related domains. Prior application and software programming experience is required.

Why Join this Program

  • High-Demand Skillset
    Gain in-demand expertise in biometric technologies that are rapidly being adopted across industries like banking, healthcare, and border security.
  • Hands-On Technical Training
    Learn through practical exercises using real biometric SDKs, APIs, and AI tools to build secure and scalable authentication systems.
  • Master Security and Compliance
    Understand how to secure biometric data and align with global privacy laws such as GDPR and CCPA—essential for modern developers.
  • Career Advancement Opportunities
    Boost your professional credibility and unlock job roles such as Biometric Security Engineer, Identity & Access Management Specialist, or Secure Software Developer.

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For group registrations of greater than 10 or more candidates,
please write to training@biocertification.com

Program Overview

The Certified Biometric Security Developer (CBSD) program is designed for professionals specializing in the development and integration of secure biometric applications and systems. This certification validates expertise in designing, implementing, and maintaining advanced biometric solutions to meet modern security challenges.

Participants will gain hands-on experience in creating and customizing biometric software for various modalities, including fingerprint recognition, facial recognition, iris scanning, voice authentication, and behavioral biometrics. The program emphasizes secure software development practices, biometric data encryption, template protection, and adherence to compliance frameworks such as GDPR and ISO/IEC 30107. It also covers vulnerabilities in biometric systems and techniques to mitigate security risks, including anti-spoofing measures and liveness detection.

Ideal for software developers, security engineers, and system architects, this certification demonstrates proficiency in building secure and scalable biometric applications. By earning the CBSD credential, professionals showcase their ability to harness cutting-edge biometric technologies to enhance security infrastructures, making them indispensable in industries like finance, healthcare, government, and more.

Key Features

  • 🔍 Comprehensive Biometric Technology Coverage
    Learn fingerprint, iris, facial recognition, voice, palm vein, and behavioral biometrics in one program.

  • 💻 Hands-On Development Training
    Gain real-world experience using biometric SDKs, APIs, and open-source tools for developing biometric systems.

  • 🔐 Security and Privacy Focused
    Understand how to secure biometric data and comply with regulations like GDPR, CCPA, and ISO/IEC standards.

  • 🧠 AI & Machine Learning Integration
    Explore how AI enhances biometric accuracy and fraud detection in modern authentication systems.

  • 🛠️ Implementation and Deployment Techniques
    Learn to design, build, and deploy biometric authentication solutions in enterprise environments.

  • 📡 IoT & Mobile Biometric Applications
    Discover how to apply biometrics in mobile apps, smart devices, and IoT ecosystems securely.

  • 🧪 Case Studies and Real-World Scenarios
    Analyze real incidents, deployment challenges, and lessons learned in biometric security.

  • 📚 Developer-Friendly Curriculum
    Structured for software engineers and security developers with practical coding exercises and system integration walkthroughs.

  • 🎓 Industry-Recognized Certification
    Earn a globally accepted credential that boosts your credibility in security and development roles.

  • 🚀 Career-Oriented Skills and Job Mapping
    Designed to align with job roles like Biometric Security Engineer, IAM Developer, and Secure App Developer.

Objectives :

Chapter 1: Introduction to Biocertification

  • 1.1 Introduction to Biocertification
  • 1.2 Program Description
  • 1.3 Who Should Attend this Course?

Chapter 2: Biometric Systems Concepts/Fundamentals

  • 2.1 Biometric System Model
  • 2.2 Biometric System Process
  • 2.3 Recent Happenings in Biometrics

Chapter 3: Analysis of System Performance

  • 3.1 Assess Efficiency & Accuracy – Why?
  • 3.2 Criteria
  • 3.3 Biometric Errors

Chapter 4: IAFIS/NGI

  • 4.1 NGI (formerly IAFIS)
  • 4.2 Timeline of IAFIS/NGI
  • 4.4 NGI Capabilities

Chapter 5: Biometric Standards

  • 5.1 Why are Biometric Standards Important?
  • 5.2 Standards Development Organizations
  • 5.3 Formal Standard Bodies

Chapter 6: Fingerprint Recognition Modality

  • 6.1 History
  • 6.2 Henry System
  • 6.3 Fingerprint Characteristics

Chapter 7: Face Recognition

  • 7.1 History
  • 7.2 Definition
  • 7.3 Strengths of Facial Recognition

Chapter 8: Iris Recognition

  • 8.1 History
  • 8.2 Introduction
  • 8.3 Strengths and Weaknesses

Chapter 9: Vein Pattern Recognition

  • 9.1 History
  • 9.2 Market Trends
  • 9.3 Capture Technology

Chapter 10: Hand Geometry Recognition

  • 10.1 History
  • 10.2 Basics
  • 10.3 Methodology

Chapter 11: DNA Recognition

  • 11.1 History of DNA Recognition
  • 11.2 DNA Biometric Introduction
  • 11.3 DNA Recognition Concerns

Chapter 12: Gait Recognition

  • 12.1 Gait Recognition History
  • 12.2 Gait Recognition
  • 12.4 Gait Recognition Methodologies

Chapter 13: Keystroke Dynamics

  • 13.1 Keystroke Dynamics – History
  • 13.2 Keystroke Dynamics – Basics
  • 13.8 Strengths and Weaknesses/Suitability

Chapter 14: Multimodal Biometrics

  • 14.1 Definition
  • 14.2 Multi Modal Systems
  • 14.13 Fusion

Chapter 15: Palm Printing

  • 15.1 History of Palm Print
  • 15.2 Palm Print
  • 15.4 Palm Print Applications

Chapter 16: Privacy, Issues, Laws

  • 16.1 Concepts
  • 16.2 US Regulations on Privacy and Biometrics
  • 16.5 International Regulations on Privacy and Biometrics

Chapter 17: Retina Recognition

  • 17.1 History
  • 17.2 Retina Basics
  • 17.5 Strengths and Weaknesses/Suitability

Chapter 18: Signature Recognition

  • 18.1 History
  • 18.2 Signature Recognition
  • 18.6 Strengths and Weaknesses

Chapter 19: Speech Detection and Voice Recognition

  • 19.1 History of Speech Recognition
  • 19.2 Speech Recognition vs. Voice Recognition
  • 19.3 Voice Recognition

Chapter 20: Biometric Technology Integration

Chapter 21: Biometrics, Smartcards & PKI

Chapter 22: Privacy Concerns

Chapter 23: Government Implementations

Chapter 24: Private Sector Implementations

Exam Details

Course NameCertified Biometric Security Developer(CBSD) 
Course Number:CBSD-021 
Required exam1) CBSD-W (Thus online or on-site proctored exam consists of multiple choice questions. Candidates must pass this exam prior to attempting the practical exam where candidate(s) must develop a working biometric application which will be reviewed and evaluated by our SMEs and evaluators.
2) CBSD-D (Practical exam – Develop a biometric enabled app)
 
Number of QuestionsMaximum of 100 questions 
Type of QuestionsMultiple-choice and performance-based 
Length of Test180 Minutes 
Passing Score 70% – This test has no scaled score; it’s pass/fail only. 
RetirementUsually three years after launch 
LanguagesEnglish

 

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What Skills Will You Learn?

🔐 1. Biometric Authentication Fundamentals

  • Understanding different biometric modalities (fingerprint, facial recognition, iris scan, voice recognition, etc.)

  • Knowledge of biometric data collection, processing, and matching techniques

  • Familiarity with biometric algorithms and SDKs


🛡️ 2. Designing and Developing Secure Biometric Systems

  • Building and integrating biometric authentication into software applications

  • Applying best practices in secure biometric system architecture

  • Developing cross-platform biometric solutions

  • 🧠 3. AI & Machine Learning in Biometrics

    • Applying AI/ML to improve accuracy and efficiency of biometric systems

    • Understanding vulnerabilities in AI-powered biometric recognition

    • Using AI to detect spoofing or fraudulent biometric attempts


    🔍 4. Biometric System Testing and Evaluation

    • Conducting performance and accuracy testing (FAR, FRR, EER)

    • Evaluating usability and security of biometric implementations

    • Understanding compliance standards and testing methodologies

  • 🛠️ 5. Working with Biometric SDKs and APIs

    • Hands-on experience with popular biometric development tools and SDKs

    • Integration of biometric systems into web and mobile applications

    • Customizing biometric workflows based on security needs


    🔏 6. Data Privacy, Compliance & Security

    • Understanding legal and ethical issues related to biometric data

    • Implementing encryption and data protection in biometric systems

    • Ensuring systems are compliant with GDPR, CCPA, and other regulations

Jobs You Can Land With CBSD

  • Biometric Security DeveloperDesign and implement secure biometric authentication systems.

  • Security ArchitectDevelop and oversee the architecture of security systems, integrating biometric technologies.

  • Software/Application DeveloperCreate applications with embedded biometric security features.

  • Security EngineerImplement and maintain security measures, focusing on biometric solutions.

  • Information Assurance ConsultantAdvise organizations on protecting information assets using biometric technologies.
  • Program/Project ManagerLead projects involving the development and deployment of biometric security systems.

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