Must-Read Books on DevSecOps and Cloud Security
The realm of cloud security and DevSecOps is continually evolving, presenting an urgent need for professionals to stay updated with the latest practices and insights. Below is a curated list of essential reads for anyone looking to deepen their understanding of these critical areas.
1. Cloud Security Handbook for Architects: Practical Strategies and Solutions for Architecting Enterprise Cloud Security using SECaaS and DevSecOps (English Edition)
Authored by Ashish Mishra, this handbook serves as a comprehensive guide for architects focusing on securing cloud environments. Published recently, it delves into practical strategies that seamlessly integrate security as a service (SECaaS) and DevSecOps methodologies. This book empowers architects to make informed design decisions, ensuring robust security measures are embedded within the cloud architecture.
2. Certified DevSecOps Engineer (ECDE) – Exam Prep: 500 Questions and Explanations
Written by Steve Brown, this exam prep book is not only a study tool but also a resource filled with insights into the DevSecOps landscape. It compiles 500 questions designed to challenge and amplify your understanding of security practices within DevOps. Preparing for the Certified DevSecOps Engineer examination has never been easier or more informative.
3. Securing the CI/CD Pipeline: Best Practices for DevSecOps
By Sai Sravan Cherukuri and Tyler Nissen, this book provides invaluable insights into securing the Continuous Integration/Continuous Deployment (CI/CD) pipeline. It explores best practices and actionable strategies that professionals can implement to fortify their lifecycle processes against potential vulnerabilities. This book is ideal for developers and security engineers alike.
4. Continuous Testing, Quality, Security, and Feedback: Essential strategies and secure practices for DevOps, DevSecOps, and SRE transformations
Marc Hornbeek and Dan Wakeman’s book is pivotal for anyone involved in the DevOps journey. It underscores the necessity of continuous testing and quality assurance, integrating security from the outset. This volume is packed with actionable practices to enhance software delivery while maintaining a strong security posture within agile environments.
5. Threat Modeling: Designing for Security
Adam Shostack’s influential work on threat modeling is a classic that every security professional should own. He breaks down the complexities of identifying potential threats to your system designs and provides strategies for efficient risk management. This book is essential for anyone involved in securing applications and systems.
6. Security as Code: DevSecOps Patterns with AWS
In this insightful guide, BK Sarthak Das and Virginia Chu tackle the concept of treating security as code. This book emphasizes implementing security practices within AWS environments effectively. With practical examples and case studies, it provides readers with a solid framework for adopting security as an inherent part of their infrastructural code.
7. Implementing DevSecOps with Docker and Kubernetes: An Experiential Guide to Operate in the DevOps Environment for Securing and Monitoring Container Applications (English Edition)
José Manuel Ortega Candel offers a hands-on exploration into integrating DevSecOps within Docker and Kubernetes environments. This book is perfect for practitioners looking to secure their container applications through practical exercises and informed strategies, making it a crucial addition to any DevOps toolkit.
8. Epic Failures in DevSecOps: Volume 1
This collective work by several authors highlights the common pitfalls encountered in DevSecOps implementations. While it recounts failures, it also provides critical lessons on how to avoid them. Understanding these failures is essential for developing robust strategies that ensure the success of future DevSecOps initiatives.
9. Securing DevOps: Security in the Cloud
Julien Vehent focuses on cloud security within the DevOps framework in this enlightening book. With a strong emphasis on practical implementation, readers will learn how to protect their cloud applications while adhering to DevOps methodologies, making this a vital resource for cloud practitioners.
10. DevSecOps: A complete implementation guide (Cyber Security)
IZEM IFEROUDJENE’s complete implementation guide to DevSecOps is indispensable for understanding how to incorporate security throughout the software development lifecycle. Packed with essential knowledge and frameworks, it prepares readers to effectively implement necessary security protocols from the ground up.
Whether you are a security architect, a DevOps professional, or a developer, these books offer a wealth of knowledge and practical strategies to help you thrive in a world where security is paramount. Embrace the insights shared in these pages and build a more secure future in your cloud and DevOps environments.
