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GitLab’s Fifth Annual Global DevSecOps Survey Reveals: 2020 Was Catalyst for DevOps Tool Adoption
SAN FRANCISCO, May 04, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Today GitLab Inc., the single application for the DevOps lifecycle, released the results of its fifth annual DevSecOps survey, uncovering how roles across software development teams have changed as DevOps teams mature. The survey of nearly 4,300 respondents from around the world found DevOps teams dramatically increased the pace of technology adoption which allowed them to take larger steps toward DevSecOps, increased release speeds and advanced automation.
“This year’s Global DevSecOps Survey shows that 2020 was a catalyst for DevOps maturation,” said Eric Johnson, CTO at GitLab. “Teams worldwide worked to streamline development cycles and deliver faster release times than ever before, all while adjusting to remote work and shifting priorities to meet the high demands of last year. We believe we will see improvements in testing as more teams adopt tools to automate the parts of DevSecOps that have continuously caused cycles to slow down.”
Based on the 2021 survey results, the COVID-19 pandemic enforced the broad adoption of remote work, which in turn energized teams to focus on embracing cutting edge DevOps technologies such as Kubernetes, machine learning/artificial intelligence (ML/AI) and cloud computing. In the past year, DevOps matured and fully arrived with these technology adoptions, but there are still roadblocks to navigate before achieving true DevSecOps.
DevOps Gets Automated and Ops Teams Reprioritize for 2021
Like last year, the 2021 report found that software testing and code review remained sticking points but how those challenges are handled is strikingly different. Amazingly 75% of respondents report their DevOps teams are either using or planning to use ML/AI for testing and code review, up 41% from 2020’s survey. This broad adoption of cutting edge technologies represents a larger shift in the industry towards integrating automation into their software development lifecycle. A majority (55%) of operations teams report their life cycles were either completely or mostly automated. For contrast, in 2020, just 8% of teams claimed full automation.
By integrating automation into their development cycles, DevOps teams’ members gain valuable time back to address other priorities. Operations teams, for example, have reshifted priorities to address the new software industry landscape shaped by the events of 2020. Fifty-six percent of operations professionals now report their first priority is managing cloud services (an increase from last year), no doubt a reflection of the mass migration to the cloud sparked by the pandemic. Additionally, operations teams report spending more time on compliance than they did in 2020, correlating to new compliance laws introduced last year like the California Privacy Rights Act (CPRA). Without adopting new technology to streamline development cycles, operation teams may likely have had a harder time reprioritizing to meet the new demands.
Releases are Faster Than Ever and Testing Remains a Sticking Point
Success in the software industry relies on release speed, and DevSecOps is the way to make it happen. This year, 84% of developers said they’re releasing code faster than ever before. This increase in release speed is due to the addition of tools like source code management and Continuous Integration and Continuous Delivery (CI/CD). Nearly 12% of respondents said adding a DevOps platform has sped up the process. Overall, 57% of respondents reported code is released twice as fast – a big increase from last year’s 35% – and 19% said code gets released 10 times faster.
Even with faster release times, security testing remains a sticking point for DevOps members. Over 42% of respondents felt it’s happening too late in the process, and nearly the same percentage said it was a struggle to unpack, process, and fix vulnerabilities. Almost 37% said tracking the status of the bug fixes was challenging, and 33% found remediation prioritization difficult. Like last year, these results indicate a reactive approach to security in the development process. It also indicates the importance of integrating DevSecOps in development cycles, because issues raised in testing that create bottlenecks could be caught and addressed earlier in development.
DevSecOps Matures but Security Ownership Remains a Pain Point
Continuing a trend the 2020 DevSecOps report indicated, developer roles continue to shift left, taking on more responsibility for what were traditionally operations- and security-related tasks. In 2021, more than 70% of security professionals report their teams have moved security considerations earlier into the development, or “shifted left” — an increase from last year’s 65%. Research indicates this broad increase in shifting left is due in part to an increase in developers conducting static and dynamic application security testing. Fifty-three percent of developers reported running static application security testing (SAST) scans (a 13% increase from last year) and 44% of developers reported running dynamic application security testing (DAST) scans (a 17% increase from last year).
Overall, this indicates a major step towards putting the “Sec” in DevSecOps — and the industry is seeing the benefits too. In fact, the report shows how far DevSecOps has come in the last year, with an unprecedented 72% of security professionals reporting their organizations’ security efforts were either “good” or “strong.” That’s a significant improvement from last year, when only 59% said the same thing. The largest year over year increase was in the “strong” category – last year only 19.95% of respondents considered their security posture in that light compared to nearly 33% in 2021.
While teams are showing signs of moving towards DevSecOps, research indicates organizations still struggle with determining who is in charge of security. Almost 31% reported they (security) were fully responsible for it, but almost 28% said everyone was responsible. This response is similar to last year’s, and underscores the need for clarity on this subject.
“While the industry has continued integrating security into development, and organizations are beginning to improve security overall, our research shows that a more clear delineation of responsibilities and adoption of new tools is required to completely shift security left,” said Johnathan Hunt, vice president of security at GitLab. “In the future, we hope to see security teams find more ways to lay out clear expectations for the other members of their organization, and continue to adopt innovative technologies for scanning and code reviews to improve speed and quality of development cycles.”
While greater strides toward implementing DevSecOps practices have been made this year than in years previous, there is more work to be done when it comes to organizing and coordinating responsibility between security, developer and operations teams. To access the full report, click here.
Methodology
GitLab surveyed more than 4,294 software professionals worldwide from January to early March, 2021. The margin of error is 1% (assuming 27 million software professionals and 95 percent confidence level).
About GitLab
GitLab is the open DevOps platform built from the ground up as a single application for all stages of the DevOps lifecycle enabling Product, Development, QA, Security, and Operations teams to work concurrently on the same project. GitLab provides a single data store, one user interface, and one permission model across the DevOps lifecycle. This allows teams to significantly reduce cycle times through more efficient collaboration and enhanced focus.
Built on Open Source, GitLab works alongside its growing community, which is composed of thousands of developers and millions of users, to continuously deliver new DevOps innovations. GitLab has an estimated 30 million+ users (both Paid and Free) from startups to global enterprises, including Ticketmaster, Jaguar Land Rover, NASDAQ, Dish Network, and Comcast trust GitLab to deliver great software faster. All-remote since 2014, GitLab Inc. has more than 1,300 team members in approximately 68 countries.
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Heimdal to Showcase Widest Cybersecurity Tech Stack at Infosecurity Europe 2024
LONDON, May 23, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — Heimdal® is excited to announce its participation in Infosecurity Europe 2024, taking place from 3–4 June 2024 at ExCel London.
Attendees are invited to visit Heimdal’s booth for an exclusive opportunity to engage with industry-leading cybersecurity experts, experience live demonstrations, and enjoy engaging presentations.
Event Highlights
Personalized Experience and Meet & Greet
Visitors to the Heimdal booth will receive a warm welcome and a personalized tour of our latest cybersecurity solutions.
Those attending on the first day will have the unique chance to meet our Chief Enhancement Officer, who will be on hand to give mind penetration tests to guests.
Event Countdown
The countdown to Infosecurity Europe 2024 is underway, and we are thrilled to share this journey with the cybersecurity community. Follow Heimdal’s LinkedIn page to see how you can make the most of the event, with tips, tricks, and promos posted each day: https://www.linkedin.com/company/heimdal-security/ .
As InfoSec emphasizes, “Together, we can rethink the power of infosecurity and discover what that means for you.”
Top Reasons to Visit Heimdal at Infosecurity Europe 2024
1. Take the Mind Penetration Test
Test your security against our Chief Enchantment Officer, a prestigious member of the Inner Magic Circle. Challenge your limits and see if your defenses can withstand his expertise.
2. Face-to-Face Product Demos
Experience Heimdal’s solutions live with our experts. Engage in interactive sessions, ask pressing questions, and get hands-on with our cybersecurity tools.
3. Live Edutainment Shows
Join us for five engaging shows that combine education and entertainment. Learn new cybersecurity tactics from our enthusiastic hosts.
4. Discover Unexpected Solutions
Visit Stand D140 to find innovative solutions you didn’t know you needed. Forge new connections and explore the future of cybersecurity with Heimdal.
Agenda and Speakers
Heimdal’s team will present a series of edutainment shows covering pressing cybersecurity topics:
Value Realization for the Enterprise
Learn to use data-driven evidence for governance alignment, risk mitigation, and security program efficiency. Overcome reporting challenges and enhance your cybersecurity strategy.
Detonating Ransomware LIVE at InfoSec
Analyze 2024 ransomware trends and witness a live ransomware detonation. Gain insights into effective countermeasures to combat this pervasive threat.
Time is of the Essence – Mastering Patch Management
Discover the importance of Patch Management, best practices, and automation strategies to keep your systems secure and efficient.
Navigating Privileged Access: To Admin or Not to Admin?
Explore Privileged Elevation and Delegation Management (PEDM) and understand the strategic impacts of admin rights management with case studies and industry insights.
DNS Security – The First Line of Defense
Understand the critical role of DNS security, address key vulnerabilities, and learn the latest advancements to protect your infrastructure from DNS attacks.
Meet Our Experts
Ross Duncan, Director of Customer Success
Experienced post-sales leader with 15 years of building functions from scratch. Successfully recruited and led teams, delivered major projects, optimized processes, and set business vision at the executive level. Passionate about showcasing value within the customer base.
Imran Rai, Technical Success Manager
Success-focused executive with 20+ years in cybersecurity and IT. Built and led teams, advised C-level executives, and aligned technical needs with business goals. Passionate about staying ahead in technology and security, delivering value at every step.
Join us at Infosecurity Europe 2024 to discover how Heimdal can enhance your cybersecurity posture with innovative solutions and expert guidance.
Learn more here: https://heimdalsecurity.com/infosecurity-europe-2024
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About Heimdal
Founded in Copenhagen, Denmark, in 2014, Heimdal empowers CISOs (Chief Information Security Officers), Security Teams, and IT admins to enhance their SecOps, reduce alert fatigue, and be proactive using one seamless command and control platform.
Heimdal’s award-winning lineup of more than 10 fully integrated cybersecurity solutions spans the entire IT estate, enabling organizations to be proactive, whether remotely or onsite.
This is why their range of products and managed services offers a solution for every challenge, whether at the endpoint or network level, in vulnerability management, privileged access, implementing Zero Trust, thwarting ransomware, preventing BECs, and much more.
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CME Acquires EdTech Innovator Augmental, Leading a New Era of Educational Transformation
DUBAI, United Arab Emirates, May 23, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — CME, an international leader in technology solutions, has announced the acquisition of Augmental, a cutting-edge EdTech company. This strategic partnership combines CME’s technological expertise with Augmental’s innovative tools to transform the education sector.
“This strategic alliance enhances our service offerings and reinforces our commitment to driving digital transformation in education on a global scale. The aim is to ensure that digital solutions remain at the forefront of educational strategies and practices,” said Wissam Youssef, CEO of CME Offshore.
This acquisition represents a pivotal step towards creating a comprehensive ecosystem of educational services and tools. The new entity will offer a fully integrated suite of solutions designed to enhance every aspect of the learning journey and cater to various stakeholders within the educational sector.
The collaboration between CME and Augmental is set to dismantle traditional barriers in education. By leveraging CME’s global network and merging their robust tech infrastructure and exceptional customer support experience with Augmental’s innovative AI-based tools, Augmental, the new EdTech arm of CME, will deliver personalised learning experiences, streamlined content creation and delivery, advanced analytics, and management tools. This partnership will transform educational access and effectiveness on both a regional and global scales.
Existing organizations using CME technologies now have access to an AI-powered LMS with unique features, while companies and training institutions using Augmental LMS are able to expand their tech stack with CME’s solutions.
“Joining CME marks an exciting new chapter for Augmental. It is more than an acquisition; it is a strategic alliance set to elevate the educational journey for learners everywhere. We look forward to continuing our mission to transform education and support our clients with pioneering solutions,” said Paul Barakat Diab, CEO of Augmental.
With a deep understanding of the education market, Augmental’s team brings invaluable expertise to the digital education sector. Their experience is crucial in innovating and developing targeted solutions that address the unique challenges and opportunities within the educational landscape.
Paul Barakat Diab and Elie Nahas, the founders of Augmental, will continue to lead and innovate within the newly formed entity. Their ongoing leadership underscores a shared commitment towards education, combining the strengths of both companies to establish new standards of educational excellence and innovation.
“Education is the cornerstone of progress and growth,” concludes Carole Alsharabati, Founding Partner at CME. “By equipping learners with next-gen tools, we are not just enhancing learning experiences; we are empowering them to shape the future.”
About AugmentalAugmental is an AI-powered, white-labeled learning platform that empowers educational institutions and course creators by offering next-generation personalised learning experiences, intelligent content creation, and data-driven analytics.www.augmental.education
About CMECME is a multinational enterprise offering premium technology services and solutions. Over the years, CME has helped 100+ global clients, including renowned Fortune 500 companies, become leaders in their fields. The company’s end-to-end solutions and comprehensive services cover Enterprise Application Services, Data & Analytics, User Experience, Artificial Intelligence, the Internet of Things, and DevOps. With a skilled team across 8 locations, CME has delivered 300+ innovative and impactful projects, contributing to 8 US Patents and serving 80 million users daily.www.gotocme.com
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Info-Tech Research Group Reveals Dr Timnit Gebru and Meredith Whittaker to Be Keynote Speakers at LIVE 2024 IT Conference
The annual Info-Tech LIVE conference provides CIOs and IT professionals with practical insights to drive technology-led transformations, impact business outcomes, and accelerate their professional careers over the coming year. The first round of anticipated keynote speakers for the September 2024 conference has been formally announced by the global research and advisory firm.
LONDON, May 23, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — Info-Tech Research Group, a global leader in IT research and advisory, has announced the first two highly anticipated keynote speakers for Info-Tech LIVE 2024: Dr Timnit Gebru and Meredith Whittaker. Info-Tech LIVE 2024 will provide leaders and industry professionals with unparalleled insights into the latest advancements in AI and Exponential IT. The prestigious annual three-day conference, which brings together global CIOs and IT professionals across diverse industries, is scheduled from September 17 to 19, 2024, at the iconic Bellagio in Las Vegas.
Dr Timnit Gebru, a pioneering computer scientist and advocate for ethical AI, is the founder and executive director of the Distributed AI Research Institute (DAIR), focusing on the impact of AI on marginalised communities. Dr Gebru is known for her groundbreaking work on the ethical implications of AI and her advocacy for greater diversity in the tech industry. Meredith Whittaker, a leading voice in AI policy and president of the Signal Foundation, has been instrumental in advancing secure communication technologies and data transparency. As the cofounder of the AI Now Institute, Whittaker’sWhittaker’s efforts have significantly influenced responsible AI practices and major policy reforms.
‘We are excited to welcome Dr Timnit Gebru and Meredith Whittaker as keynote speakers at Info-Tech LIVE 2024,’ says Gord Harrison, senior vice president of research and advisory at Info-Tech Research Group. ‘Their contributions and work in AI and technology ethics will offer our attendees unique perspectives and invaluable insights. By engaging with these influential leaders, participants will gain a deeper understanding of the profound impact of AI and Exponential IT on the future of technology and how to harness these innovations to drive their organisations forward.’
Special Keynote Speakers for LIVE 2024:
Dr Timnit GebruFounder & Executive Director, The Distributed AI Research Institute (DAIR)A trail-blazing computer scientist, Dr. Gebru is renowned for her efforts to reduce the potential negative impacts of AI. As the former co-lead of Google’s Ethical AI research team, Dr Gebru’s departure from Google after authoring a pivotal research paper on the risks of large language models (LLMs) ignited a labour movement, resulting in the formation of the first tech workers union at Google.
Meredith WhittakerPresident, Signal FoundationAs a cofounder of New York University’s AI Now Institute, Whittaker’s work has helped shape global AI policy. During her decade-long tenure at Google, she founded its Open Research Group and cofounded M-Lab, the world’s largest open data source on internet performance. Whittaker gained notable recognition as a key organiser of the Google walkouts and for her role in a protest against Google’s involvement in a military drone AI surveillance program.
‘Through cutting-edge insights and research, this year’s gathering of global experts will address the most pressing opportunities and challenges in today’s tech landscape,’ adds Harrison. ‘We are looking forward to welcoming distinguished CIOs, speakers, and partners to Las Vegas this September. Together, we will explore the future of AI, ethical considerations, and the exponentially evolving landscape of technology.’
Registration is now open for Info-Tech Research Group’s annual IT conference, Info-Tech LIVE 2024.
Updates and new details about speakers, agendas, and exclusive event experiences can be found via LinkedIn and Twitter over the coming months.
Media Passes for Info-Tech LIVE 2024Taking place September 17 to 19, 2024, at the iconic Bellagio in Las Vegas, this premier event offers journalists, podcasters, and media influencers access to exclusive content, the latest IT research and trends, and the opportunity to interview industry experts, analysts, and speakers. To apply for media passes to cover the insights presented at Info-Tech LIVE or to gain access to research and expert insights on trending topics, please contact [email protected].
About Info-Tech Research GroupInfo-Tech Research Group is one of the world’s leading research and advisory firms, proudly serving over 30,000 IT and HR professionals. The company produces unbiased, highly relevant research and provides advisory services to help leaders make strategic, timely, and well-informed decisions. For nearly 30 years, Info-Tech has partnered closely with teams to provide them with everything they need, from actionable tools to analyst guidance, ensuring they deliver measurable results for their organisations.
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Media professionals can register for unrestricted access to research across IT, HR, and software and hundreds of industry analysts through the firm’s Media Insiders program. To gain access, contact [email protected].
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