By IT Brew Staff
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Definition:
If you’ve spent any time in IT, you’re already well aware of DevOps, or the philosophy and practices that combine software development with IT operations. The goal of DevOps is to help developers and other IT pros release new products more quickly, with a focus on three key areas: team and internal culture alignment, processes and methodology (i.e., Scrum and Agile), and tools and technology (such as CI/CD).
DevSecOps takes DevOps to another level, blending security into every stage of software development as opposed to having cybersecurity pros check for vulnerabilities after the software has been built. DevSecOps allows organizations to automate security tests at multiple points, instill a security-centric culture into the broader development team, and promote collaboration over better security among development, cybersecurity, and IT operations teams.
DevSecOps involves code analysis, change and compliance management, threat modeling, and putting teams through cybersecurity training. To make sure those components operate successfully, DevSecOps practitioners must embrace a culture of open communication, a focus on best practices, and the integration of the right analysis and testing tools into the workflow. It’s a complicated process, but it can translate into more secure products.
