Securing Critical Infrastructure: DevSecOps Best Practices for National Security Applications
Venkata M Kancherla · International Journal of Emerging Trends in Computer Science and Information Technology · 2021
Securing critical infrastructure is paramount for national security, particularly with the increasing reliance on digital systems in sectors such as energy, transportation, and defense. The integration of security into the software development lifecycle through DevSecOps has become a key strategy to address the evolving threat landscape. DevSecOps emphasizes the automation of security practices and the continuous integration of security measures from the inception of development, ensuring that security vulnerabilities are identified and mitigated at the earliest stages. This paper explores best practices in DevSecOps for securing national security applications, highlighting the critical need for automated security testing, collaboration between development, security, and operations teams, and compliance with national standards. It also discusses the challenges and considerations in implementing DevSecOps in national security contexts, such as legacy systems, supply chain security, and regulatory constraints. Finally, the paper looks ahead to future trends in DevSecOps, including the role of emerging technologies such as AI and machine learning in enhancing security protocols for critical infrastructure