Software Development Security and Compliance
Building secure software for federal government requirements
Key Requirements for Secure Software Development
Adherence to NIST Special Publication 800-218: Secure Software Development Framework (SSDF) Version 1.1
Implementation of secure coding practices to mitigate software vulnerabilities
Integration of security testing at every stage of the Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC)
Compliance with Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR) and Defense Federal Acquisition Regulations Supplement (DFARS)
Detailed documentation for traceability and auditability
Why Choose PHIRE Method?
Expertise in NIST and federal compliance standards
Proven methodologies for secure software development
Support for all phases of SDLC with a focus on security
Secure Software Development Framework (SSDF)
1. Prepare the Organization
Define roles and responsibilities for secure software development, establish secure development policies, and train personnel in secure coding practices.
2. Protect the Software
Integrate security measures into software tools, repositories, and environments to reduce risks during development.
3. Produce Well-Secured Software
Perform security reviews, testing, and validation to identify and mitigate vulnerabilities before release.
4. Respond to Vulnerabilities
Establish a process to quickly detect, analyze, and remediate vulnerabilities in released software.
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