optimizing security: enhancing tools and processes



situation

Our client, a global online gaming leader with over 1000 users worldwide, faced challenges in managing security with a small team and multiple point products. Their cloud-native architecture across major public cloud providers required robust security measures to ensure compliance and visibility.



task

The client sought a scalable solution to streamline security processes, ensure compliance across the organization, enhance visibility into their security posture, and seamlessly integrate security into their CI/CD pipelines.



action

  • Assessment and Analysis: Aplima conducted a thorough assessment of the client's security processes and tooling to identify pain points and requirements.
  • Unified Security Platform: Introduced a unified platform to manage the client's security posture comprehensively. This platform integrated seamlessly into their CI/CD pipelines, facilitating the shift of security left in the development process.
  • Tool Implementation: Implemented the CNAPP tool and incorporated CSPM (Cloud Security Posture Management) and CWPP (Cloud Workload Protection Platform) to bolster security measures.
  • Process Integration: Integrated security into the client's CI/CD pipelines, ensuring that security considerations were embedded throughout the development lifecycle.
  • Automation and Training: Automated alert routing to reduce response times and improve efficiency. Additionally, provided comprehensive training to developers and stakeholders on the new tools and processes.
  • Documentation and Policy Development: Documented new tooling, policies, and procedures to ensure clarity and consistency in security practices across the organization.


results

  • Increased Efficiency: The implementation of a unified security platform and integration into CI/CD pipelines led to increased efficiency in managing security processes.
  • Improved Compliance Adherence: Enhanced visibility and streamlined processes contributed to improved compliance adherence across the organization.
  • Enhanced Visibility: The delivery of useful metrics and enhanced visibility empowered the client's small security engineering team to make better-informed decisions.
  • Streamlined Development Processes: Integration of security into CI/CD pipelines streamlined development processes, allowing for faster and more secure software releases.
  • Risk Reduction: By enhancing security measures and automation, the client experienced a reduced risk of security incidents and breaches.

Through these actions, Aplima successfully optimized the client's security posture, providing scalable solutions that met their requirements while facilitating smoother operations and reducing risk.



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