Security-first development: TIQRI's approach to SSLDC

The Secure Software Development Lifecycle (SSDLC) and it's importance

In today’s digital age, data breaches are a constant threat, making it crucial to prioritize security throughout the software development process. The Secure Software Development Lifecycle (SSDLC) is a framework that integrates security practices into every development phase to minimize risks and enhance resilience.

As a Norwegian company catering to global clients, TIQRI is ISO 27001 certified. We also adhere to strict GDPR compliance for European clients and implement robust SSDLC processes to safeguard all client data.

What is SSDLC?

The Secure Software Development Lifecycle (SSDLC) is a structured approach to embedding cybersecurity into each stage of software development. By proactively identifying and mitigating vulnerabilities, SSDLC helps safeguard your software and the sensitive data it handles. Advancements in AI and automation have further enhanced SSDLC with AI-powered testing, automated code review, and predictive analytics.

How SSDLC is implemented with TIQRI

Planning

By defining security requirements alongside functional requirements and applying threat modelling at the onset, security is built from the ground up, while ensuring compliance with frameworks such as ISO 27001 and SOC2.

Design

Applications are designed with secure architecture by employing proven design patterns, implementing appropriate controls and conducting security reviews to mitigate vulnerabilities. Examples of tools used at this stage include Open Source – OWASP Threat Dragon.

Development

Secure coding practices, using static and dynamic analysis tools to identify potential vulnerabilities are used. For code scanning, analysis tools like SonarQube support to identify vulnerabilities early.

Testing

Thorough security testing is paramount before deployment. Every aspect, from usability to inter-operability is scrutinized through a security lens. We use automated testing for common vulnerabilities and manual penetration testing for deeper analysis, and employ AI-powered tools to adapt to new threats and generate test cases.

Deployment

Selecting the suitable deployment strategy based on the projects complexity and risk tolerance is crucial – this may vary from Big Bang where all changes are deployed to the production environment at once, to a Phased approach to reduce risks or Canary where updates are rolled out gradually to a small group of users for testing.

Maintenance

Once the application is successfully deployed, it is important to continue to prioritise data security with post-deployment reviews that highlight corrective, adaptive and preventive maintenance.

From initial planning to deployment and maintenance, when you partner with TIQRI as a cyber security services company we ensure a holistic security approach to safeguard the entire Secure Software Development Lifecycle.

Modernizing SSDLC with AI and Automation

Today, with the rise of AI, there are significant enhancements to information security by automating vulnerability detection and threat modelling.

AI-powered testing: Automate testing to identify vulnerabilities faster
Automated code review: AI tools that analyze code for weaknesses and suggest solutions.
Predictive analytics: Use advanced analytics to identify and address emerging threats.
AI-driven compliance: Automate compliance checks to meet regulatory standards.

AI also creates new threats and TIQRI stays ahead of the curve by implementing new risk management methods.

Security governance and compliance

At TIQRI, effective security is more than just following standards—it’s about adapting to the specific needs of our clients. We are ISO 27001 certified and are adding ISO 27701 to enhance our focus on global security compliance, and specific GDPR compliance for European clients.

Trusted by industry leaders

TIQRI’s clients include a Fortune 500 bank, a global leader in real estate services, and a pioneer in robotics-driven warehouse optimization. For over 15 years, these clients and others trust us with their most valuable asset – their data.

Interested in integrating security into every phase of your development? Reach out to Head of Business Development, Mats Hagen on mobile +47 995 00 301 (WhatsApp only) or email [email protected] ; OR Kim Worm-Petersen, CEO on mobile +47 482 01 638 or e-mail [email protected]

The Secure Software Development Lifecycle (SSDLC) and it's importance

How SSDLC is implemented with TIQRI

Modernizing SSDLC with AI and Automation

Security governance and compliance

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