Tools Integration
There is a large assortment of tools available throughout the entire
Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC) to secure an application. The
need for integrated security methods, tools and techniques is not only
essential for optimal protection of data assets, but in some cases, it's
the law (e.g. PCI Data Security Standards).
Their effectiveness depends on the correct implementation as well as
keeping them up to date. To avoid new tools and best practices becoming
shelfware, an organization must understand their specific needs as it
relates to business objectives and compliance requirements (see Purpose
Drive Security). Implementations should be planned, tailored and
prioritized to achieve maximum Security ROI. With practical experience,
Halock Application Security Specialists can help to effectively
integrate the necessary tools, processes and best practices to improve
the security effectiveness of your SDLC. Components for a successful
implementation include:
- Identify corporate policies, procedures, standards and guidelines
that affect the security of Web applications
- Identify security sponsors from each process group (business,
development, QA, operations, etc.)
- Understand current development process and life cycle
- Understand vulnerabilities inherent in the current process
- Propose and modify existing process with new tools, techniques and
methods
- Train on new tools, techniques and processes
- Identify target application to test the effectiveness of new
security
- Update corporate guidelines, policies and standards
- Develop audit process to ensure adherence to new application
security guidelines, policies and standards