DevSecOps and Software Supply Chain
Secure Software Development Lifecycle
We define the security requirements, owners and exit criteria for every stage from design to release. Security is integrated into your teams' existing workflows.
What it is
A secure software development lifecycle (SSDLC) does not leave security to the final pre-release test. It defines for each stage what must be done, who is responsible and under which conditions work moves forward. The current state is measured against a framework such as OWASP SAMM or the NIST SSDF (SP 800-218), making gaps and improvement priorities clear.
Scope
- Current state and gap analysis against OWASP SAMM or NIST SSDF
- Security activities for requirements, design, development, test and release stages
- Security requirements selected from OWASP ASVS by application type
- Security exit criteria for release and exception approval process
- Contract and delivery terms for software developed by external parties
- Metrics demonstrating process effectiveness
The need
When organizations need it
- When you need to define security terms and delivery conditions for software developed by external parties.
- When an ISO/IEC 27001 or PCI DSS audit requires you to show your secure development process is documented and implemented.
- When each team interprets security differently and the same vulnerabilities recur across products.
Method
How we work
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Current state
We interview your teams and assess current practices against the chosen framework.
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Target
We set the target and priorities with you based on your products' risk levels.
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Process design
We document the activities, owners and exit criteria for each stage.
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Rollout
We implement the process with a pilot team first, then expand to other teams based on results.
Outcome
What you have at the end
Each stage's activities, approvers and release conditions are documented. Your current state and target are measured using the same framework.
Frequently asked questions
Does SSDLC slow down development?
Controls are integrated into the tools your teams use and at the appropriate stage. Comprehensive controls apply only to high-risk changes.
Should we use OWASP SAMM or NIST SSDF?
SAMM is suitable for measuring maturity and building a roadmap. SSDF describes practices in terms customers and auditors understand. Both can be used together.
Is it compatible with agile teams?
Yes. Security activities are linked to sprint and release cycles. For example, threat modeling occurs when a new feature starts, and code review on every pull request.
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