secure-sdlc

Enforce security gates across SDLC stages from requirements to operations.

3|3|Updated Mar 8, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/jaskaranhundal/usap-skills --skill secure-sdlc
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Skill: secure-sdlc
Source: https://github.com/jaskaranhundal/usap-skills/tree/main/appsec-devsecops/secure-sdlc
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/jaskaranhundal/usap-skills --skill secure-sdlc

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

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What problem does it solve?

This Skill addresses the challenge of integrating security practices seamlessly into the software development lifecycle, preventing vulnerabilities from being introduced and ensuring secure code from design to deployment.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • SDLC Security Gates: Defines and enforces security checks at each stage (Requirements, Development, CI/CD, Pre-Production, Operations).
  • Developer-Friendly Controls: Focuses on actionable security measures that developers can easily adopt.
  • Use Case: A development team can use this Skill to automatically scan code for secrets before committing, enforce security reviews for high-risk changes, and integrate SAST/DAST scans into their CI/CD pipeline to catch vulnerabilities early.

Quick Start

Configure the secure-sdlc skill to enforce security gates across all development phases.

Frequently Asked Questions about secure-sdlc

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

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How do I integrate threat modeling and security gates into my software development lifecycle?

To integrate secure SDLC practices, enforce developer-friendly security gates across all phases from requirements to operations. This includes threat modeling, pre-commit scanning, and CI/CD pipeline checks to measure security quality and prevent vulnerabilities early.

What is the best way to automate SAST and DAST scans in a CI/CD pipeline?

Automate SAST and DAST scans in your CI/CD pipeline by enforcing security checks at the development and pre-production stages. This approach catches vulnerabilities early and ensures runtime monitoring validates application security before deployment.

How do I prevent hardcoded secrets from being committed to a Git repository?

Prevent hardcoded secrets from being committed by implementing pre-commit scanning as part of your secure SDLC. This developer-friendly control scans code locally before it enters the version control system, blocking sensitive data exposure.

Does DevSecOps require specific coding standards for APIs and authentication?

Yes, DevSecOps requires secure coding standards for authentication, input validation, cryptography, and API security. Enforcing these standards throughout the SDLC ensures measurable security quality and mitigates application-level vulnerabilities.

Can I enforce security reviews automatically for high-risk code changes?

You can enforce security reviews for high-risk changes by embedding security gates within your development workflow. This ensures that critical modifications undergo mandatory threat modeling and vulnerability management before proceeding.

What are the limitations of shifting security left in the SDLC?

Shifting security left requires configuring gates across every phase from requirements to operations, which may introduce workflow friction if controls are not developer-friendly. Runtime monitoring remains necessary to catch vulnerabilities missed during pre-production.