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@squadcast ・ May 26,2024 ・ 3 min read ・ 190 views ・ Originally posted on www.squadcast.com
This blog post explores how DevSecOps practices can be improved by Shifting Security Left (SSL) in the development lifecycle. SSL emphasizes integrating security measures throughout the development process, rather than waiting until the later stages.
The blog defines SLO (Service Level Objective) as a target metric within an SLA (Service Level Agreement) that defines the desired performance for a service. In DevSecOps, SLOs can target application uptime, response times, or security vulnerability fix rates.
Implementing Shift-Left security involves planning (threat modeling, acceptance criteria, SLOs) and implementation (automating security checks throughout the development pipeline).
Benefits of SSL include early bug detection, improved developer security awareness, faster releases, and reduced risk. Challenges include cultural shifts and training needs within an organization.
The blog concludes by acknowledging the importance of incident management even with SSL. It introduces Squadcast, an incident management tool designed for SRE teams, as an alternative to Pagerduty.
Modern software development approaches like DevOps have revolutionized speed and efficiency. However, tighter deadlines can sometimes push security practices aside. This can lead to buggy, insecure software that exposes your organization and your customers to risk.
This article explores how Shifting Security Left (SSL) introduces security measures into the early phases of the DevOps lifecycle. By integrating security throughout the development process, you can proactively fix bugs and prevent security vulnerabilities before they become a major headache.
An SLO, or Service Level Objective, is a specific target within a Service Level Agreement (SLA) that defines the desired performance metric for a service. In the context of DevSecOps, an SLO could be the desired uptime for an application (e.g. 99.99%), the acceptable response time for a web service (e.g. under 2 seconds), or the rate of fixed security vulnerabilities (e.g. 90% within 24 hours). By setting SLOs early in the development process, teams can ensure they are building secure and reliable software that meets user expectations.
There are two key phases to implementing a Shift-Left approach:
While shifting security left helps prevent incidents, having a robust incident response plan is still crucial. Even the most secure software can encounter unforeseen issues. This is where an effective incident management tool comes in.
Squadcast is an incident management tool built specifically for SRE (Site Reliability Engineering) teams. It offers features that streamline the modern incident response process, allowing you to resolve issues quickly and minimize downtime. Here’s how Squadcast can help:
Squadcast integrates with popular ChatOps tools like Slack and Microsoft Teams, making communication and collaboration seamless.
Stop wasting time with ineffective alerting and try Squadcast today! See how it compares to other alternatives to Pagerduty and experience the difference a purpose-built incident management tool can make.
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