LeadDev San Francisco 2022 Nanzeen Rupawalla

"Discover the essential strategies for effective security in software development, from understanding the 'why' behind security requirements to empowering teams with ownership and gamification."

Key takeaways
  • The importance of understanding the “why” behind security requirements, rather than just the “how”
  • Implementing a security champion program to empower teams to take ownership of security
  • Educational and training programs to improve security literacy and capability
  • Visualization and mapping to help teams understand their security journey and progress
  • Gamification and recognition to encourage team adoption and motivation
  • Recognition of the value of security in all phases of software development, from product kickoff to monitoring
  • The need for executive buy-in and leadership support to make cultural changes
  • Prioritizing insights and data to inform decisions and improve processes
  • The importance of avoiding “checkbox” security and focusing on actual improvement