Java Enterprise Security with OpenID Connect and OAuth2

Modern enterprise applications require robust, standardized security protocols to protect sensitive data. Implementing OpenID Connect (OIDC) on top of OAuth2 ensures your Java applications can securely authenticate users and integrate seamlessly with modern identity providers. This text-based course guides you through the foundational concepts and practical steps of securing Jakarta EE applications using OpenID Connect. You will learn how to handle user authentication, retrieve secure profile information, and manage tokens safely without relying on complex, proprietary security frameworks. What you'll learn: - Understand the core specifications of OpenID Connect and how it builds upon OAuth2. - Configure Jakarta EE security APIs to delegate authentication to external identity providers. - Parse and validate JSON Web Tokens (JWTs) securely within your Java backend. - Retrieve and map user profile claims to application-specific roles and permissions. - Implement secure token storage and session management best practices to prevent common vulnerabilities. - Apply modern OAuth 2.1 security recommendations to your enterprise architecture. We begin by establishing a solid understanding of authentication terminologies, identity tokens, and cryptographic signatures. From there, you will read through step-by-step configurations and code patterns to integrate secure login flows directly into your Java enterprise projects. This course is designed for Java developers who are new to enterprise security protocols and Jakarta EE. No prior experience with OpenID Connect or OAuth2 is required. Start reading today to build a secure, standard-compliant authentication system for your enterprise Java applications.