Zero Risk Lab
AppSec

Application Security (AppSec)

ZeroRisk Labs embeds application security controls across the SDLC so vulnerabilities are detected earlier and fixed with lower cost and risk.

Coverage

Design to Runtime

Primary Risk Layer

Code and API

Handoff

Actionable Fix Packs

  • SDLC-native implementation
  • Developer-first remediation model
  • Pipeline enforcement guidance

How We Deliver This Service

Core Focus Areas

  • Threat-informed security requirements from design through runtime.
  • Code and API assurance with CI or CD policy gates.
  • Developer-focused remediation workflows and evidence standards.

Typical Deliverables

  • SDLC stage-by-stage AppSec control map.
  • Developer handoff package for each high-risk finding.
  • Pipeline policy and exception workflow configuration guidance.

Expected Outcomes

  • Lower vulnerability escape rate into production.
  • Faster and clearer remediation ownership across squads.
  • Stronger release confidence for engineering leadership.

Application Security Success Snapshot

Proof Plan

The metrics below define the baseline and target improvements we align to during delivery.

Application Security Risk Baseline

Baseline

Threat-informed security requirements from design through runtime.

Target

Lower vulnerability escape rate into production.

Application Security Execution Quality

Baseline

SDLC stage-by-stage AppSec control map.

Target

Faster and clearer remediation ownership across squads.

Application Security Leadership Assurance

Baseline

Code and API assurance with CI or CD policy gates.

Target

Stronger release confidence for engineering leadership.

Targets are calibrated during scoping based on your environment, maturity, and risk tolerance.

Who This Service Is For

  • Engineering organizations scaling secure development practices.
  • DevSecOps teams enforcing policy without creating delivery friction.
  • Product security leads tracking release risk consistently.

Engagement Timeline

  • 1

    AppSec Baseline (Week 1)

    Review architecture, SDLC workflow, and current security control coverage.

  • 2

    Control Mapping (Week 1-3)

    Map controls to design, code, CI or CD, and runtime operations.

  • 3

    Pipeline and Handoff Setup (Week 3-4)

    Implement security gates and standard developer handoff artifacts.

  • 4

    Measure and Optimize (Week 4+)

    Track remediation velocity and tune policy thresholds.

Service Deep Dive

SDLC Stage Mapping

  • Design: threat modeling, abuse-case identification, and secure architecture checkpoints.
  • Code: SAST, secret scanning, and secure coding standards enforcement.
  • CI or CD: dependency and image scanning, policy gates, and signed artifact checks.
  • Runtime: API behavior monitoring, misconfiguration checks, and vulnerability feedback loops.

Developer Handoff Artifacts

  • Reproducible proof of issue with endpoint, payload, and impact statement.
  • Fix recommendation mapped to framework and coding standard references.
  • Verification checklist and regression test expectations for closure.

Delivery Metrics

  • Mean time to remediate by severity and squad.
  • Policy exception count and aging trend.

Application Security Workflow

Animated Flow
1

AppSec Architect

Design Security Intake

Embed security requirements and threat assumptions early.

Output: Design security checklist

2

AppSec Engineer

Code and API Validation

Run code-level and API assurance controls with manual validation.

Output: Validated finding set

3

DevSecOps

CI or CD Gate Enforcement

Apply policy gates and manage risk-approved exceptions.

Output: Pipeline policy decision log

4

Feature Team

Developer Handoff and Closure

Implement fixes and complete verification with AppSec sign-off.

Output: Closed remediation package

Commercial and Procurement FAQs

What do you need before application security kickoff?

We begin with AppSec Baseline (Week 1) and align system owners, access paths, approvals, and rules of engagement before execution starts.

How do procurement and legal reviews fit this engagement?

We provide statement-of-work scope boundaries, data-handling expectations, and execution controls so procurement and legal teams can review with clarity.

What is included after delivery?

We walk your team through sdlc stage-by-stage appsec control map. and translate findings into owner-mapped remediation checkpoints.

Can this engagement be phased by business priority?

Yes. We can phase delivery by critical assets and priority outcomes, including lower vulnerability escape rate into production..

Technical FAQs

Will this slow our release cycle?

The model is built to shift findings earlier and reduce late-stage release blockers.

Can this integrate with existing pipelines?

Yes. We map controls to your current CI or CD tooling and governance process.

Do developers get practical guidance?

Yes. Every high-impact issue includes developer-ready remediation artifacts.

The service establishes a practical handoff model that helps developers remediate quickly while preserving delivery velocity.

Next Step

Talk To Our Security Team

Get a tailored engagement plan aligned to your architecture, compliance obligations, and priority business risks.

Application Security Readiness Sprint

Ideal For

Threat-informed security requirements from design through runtime.

Timeline

Week 1 (AppSec Baseline)

Application Security Core Execution

Ideal For

Code and API assurance with CI or CD policy gates.

Timeline

Week 1-3 (Control Mapping)

Application Security Validation Cycle

Ideal For

Lower vulnerability escape rate into production.

Timeline

Week 3-4 (Pipeline and Handoff Setup)

Reserve your application security kickoff slot for appsec baseline to stay aligned with internal release and audit milestones.

Talk To AppSec Team