pentest-cicd-redteam

Automates security assessments and red teaming in CI/CD pipelines via GitHub Actions, GitLab CI, Jenkins, and scanning tools.

Updated Jun 21, 2026
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Skill: pentest-cicd-redteam
Source: https://github.com/infantesromeroadrian/arca-agent/tree/main/template/skills/pentest-cicd-redteam
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/infantesromeroadrian/arca-agent --skill pentest-cicd-redteam

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill requires github-actions, gitlab-ci, jenkins, trivy, semgrep, nuclei, zap-baseline, checkov, tfsec, and includes scripts (resource) and references (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

This Skill automates security testing and red teaming within CI/CD pipelines, identifying vulnerabilities and misconfigurations before code reaches production.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • CI/CD Pipeline Integration: Generates ready-to-use pipeline configurations for GitHub Actions, GitLab CI, and Jenkins.
  • Continuous Security Testing: Automatically scans code pushes for vulnerabilities, secrets, and misconfigurations.
  • Scheduled Assessments: Configures scheduled security assessments for comprehensive testing.
  • Security Gate: Defines thresholds to block merges or deployments based on severity and count.
  • Use Case: For a company with a high-velocity development cycle, this Skill can significantly reduce the time to detect and fix security issues.

Quick Start

Use the pentest-cicd-redteam skill to integrate security testing into your CI/CD pipeline.

Frequently Asked Questions about pentest-cicd-redteam

High-intent search queries and answers about installing and using this skill.

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How do I automate security testing in CI/CD pipelines?

Automate security testing in CI/CD pipelines by integrating scanners like Trivy, Semgrep, and Nuclei into your pipeline configurations. This Skill generates ready-to-use configurations for GitHub Actions, GitLab CI, and Jenkins to continuously scan code pushes for vulnerabilities and misconfigurations.

How does red teaming work within a DevSecOps pipeline?

Red teaming within a DevSecOps pipeline works by scheduling comprehensive security assessments and automatically scanning code for secrets, vulnerabilities, and misconfigurations before deployment. This approach shifts security testing left, identifying issues early in the development cycle.

Does this DevSecOps automation work with Jenkins and GitLab CI?

Yes, this DevSecOps automation works with Jenkins, GitLab CI, and GitHub Actions. It generates pipeline-specific configurations to integrate continuous security scanning using tools like Checkov, tfsec, and ZAP baseline into your existing development workflows.

What is the best way to block deployments based on vulnerability severity?

The best way to block deployments based on vulnerability severity is to define security gates with specific thresholds in your CI/CD pipeline. This Skill configures these gates to automatically halt merges or deployments when vulnerability counts or severity levels exceed your defined limits.

Can I use Semgrep and Nuclei for continuous vulnerability assessment in GitHub Actions?

Yes, you can use Semgrep and Nuclei for continuous vulnerability assessment in GitHub Actions. This Skill integrates these security testing tools into your pipeline configurations to automatically scan code pushes and identify vulnerabilities before they reach production.

What are the limitations of automating red teaming in CI/CD pipelines?

Limitations of automating red teaming in CI/CD pipelines include the need for existing CI/CD infrastructure and familiarity with security scanning tools like Trivy, Semgrep, and Checkov. It focuses on automated vulnerability detection rather than manual exploitation or complex adversarial simulation.