DevSecOps is a rapidly growing field that combines software development with security and operations. As a DevSecOps engineer, you need to have a solid understanding of both software development and security in order to build and maintain secure systems. The top books for DevSecOps engineer in 2023 are following
Continuous Security: A Leader’s Guide to Producing Secure Software Without Compromising Flow, Feedback, and Continuous Improvement by Glenn Wilson
Continuous Security book provides a comprehensive guide for leaders in software development on how to implement a DevSecOps approach, which integrates security into the software development process. It covers key concepts such as threat modeling, automated security testing, and incident response, as well as providing strategies for creating a culture of security within the development team. It also covers the importance of continuous feedback and improvement, and how to balance security concerns with the need for fast, efficient delivery of software.
Practical Security Automation and Testing: Tools and Techniques for Automated Security Scanning and Testing in DevSecOps by Tony Hsu
Practical Security Automation and Testing book is written by Tony Hsu. It is a guide for professionals and practitioners who want to learn about the tools and techniques for implementing automated security scanning and testing in a DevSecOps environment. The book covers various types of automated security testing, including static analysis, dynamic analysis, and web application scanning. Additionally, it provides guidance on how to integrate security testing into the software development lifecycle and how to manage security testing results effectively. The book is intended to help organizations improve their security posture by implementing automated security testing and integrating security into their development process.
Hands-On Security in DevOps: Ensure continuous security, deployment, and delivery with DevSecOps by Tony Hsu
Hands-On Security in DevOps is a book by Tony Hsu that aims to provide practical guidance for integrating security into the software development and deployment process using DevSecOps. The book covers topics such as building security into the development lifecycle, automating security testing, and implementing security controls in the deployment pipeline. The goal of the book is to help organizations ensure that security is built into their software development and deployment process from the start, rather than trying to add it later as an afterthought.
Enterprise DevOps for Architects: Leverage AIOps and DevSecOps for secure digital transformation by Jeroen Mulder
The book “Enterprise DevOps for Architects” focuses on how architects can use AIOps (Artificial Intelligence for IT Operations) and DevSecOps (Development and Security Operations) to help drive a secure digital transformation within an enterprise. The book cover topics such as integrating security into the DevOps process, using AI and machine learning to improve IT operations, and how architects can lead and manage the implementation of these technologies within their organization.
DevSecOps with Jenkins: Creating a Continuous Delivery Pipeline by Richard Lerbirato
DevSecOps with Jenkins is a book that covers the concept of incorporating security into the software development process using Jenkins, a popular open-source automation tool. The book explains how to integrate security checks and automated testing into a continuous delivery pipeline, which is a method for frequently delivering software updates to customers in a fast and efficient manner. It provides practical examples and best practices for implementing a DevSecOps workflow with Jenkins and is intended for developers, security professionals, and operations teams.
The DevSecOps Playbook: Deliver Continuous Security at Speed by Mack
The DevSecOps Playbook is a book authored by Mack, it aims to provide guidance on how to implement a DevSecOps methodology in an organization. The book covers topics such as integrating security into the software development life cycle, automating security testing, and building a culture of security within a development team. It is a practical guide for organizations looking to improve their security posture while also increasing their development velocity.
Security as Code: DevSecOps Patterns with AWS by BK Sarthak Das and Virginia Chu
Security as Code: DevSecOps Patterns with AWS is a book authored by BK Sarthak Das and Virginia Chu. It is focused on providing guidance on how to implement security as code using AWS services. The book covers various topics such as automating security testing, security best practices in AWS, implementing security in the AWS development life cycle, and integrating security into the deployment process. The book is aimed at developers, security engineers, and DevOps professionals who are looking to improve the security of their applications and infrastructure on the AWS platform. The book covers real-world examples and provides step-by-step instructions for implementing security as code in AWS. The goal of the book is to help organizations improve the security of their systems while also increasing their development velocity on the AWS platform.
DevSecOps is a rapidly growing field that requires a combination of software development and security expertise. The books mentioned above are a great starting point for learning about the principles, practices, and tools needed to secure software development in a DevSecOps environment. Whether you are new to the field or an experienced DevSecOps engineer, these books will provide valuable insights and practical solutions for building and maintaining secure systems.
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