Maturity of Security Documentation, Outreach, and Developer Training
Maturity of Security Documentation, Outreach, and Developer Training: Documentation Standards and Accessibility
1. Development of Documentation
Control Criteria
You have created some type of documentation around your development process
You have a development process that can be described as structured
Level 1: Is there a basic level of security documentation developed, covering key security processes and policies?
Level 2: Are documentation practices more comprehensive and detailed, covering a wide range of security topics relevant to the organization?
Level 3: Is there a sophisticated, dynamic documentation system, regularly updated with the latest security information and best practices?
2. Accessibility and Clarity
Control Criteria
Your documentation is available in an accessible location to your developers or stakeholders
Level 1: Is the security documentation easily accessible to relevant stakeholders, and written in a clear, understandable manner?
Level 2: Are there efforts to enhance the clarity and accessibility of documentation, including tailoring it to different audience groups?
Level 3: Is documentation highly accessible, user-friendly, and effectively communicated across diverse platforms, ensuring wide reach and comprehension?
Maturity of Security Documentation, Outreach, and Developer Training: Community Engagement and Outreach
1. Community Engagement Initiatives
Control Criteria
You have engaged your community and/or constituents in order to solicit feedback around security matters
These engagements cover security as a topic
Level 1: Are there initial initiatives for engaging with the broader community on security matters?
Level 2: Are community engagement initiatives more structured and regular, covering various forums and platforms?
Level 3: Is there a robust, ongoing community engagement strategy, fostering strong relationships and active collaboration on security issues?
2. Public Security Awareness
Control Criteria
You are publishing or showcasing security on a regular basis, at least annually for your community or internal teams
The community is aware of these publications and they are easily accessible
Level 1: Is there a basic effort to raise security awareness among the public or within the community?
Level 2: Are these efforts more targeted and extensive, using a variety of channels and methods to reach a broader audience?
Level 3: Is there a comprehensive approach to public security awareness, regularly updated and tailored to address emerging security challenges and trends?
Maturity of Security Documentation, Outreach, and Developer Training: Developer Security Education
1. Educational Resources and Training
Control Criteria
You have created resources and/or programs for developers in your ecosystem including but not limited to whitepapers, blogs, training documents, videos, or other mediums for training
Level 1: Are there basic educational resources and training programs in place for developers on security topics?
Level 2: Is developer training more advanced, covering a wide range of security topics, with regular updates and refinements?
Level 3: Are there comprehensive, state-of-the-art educational programs and resources for developers, including hands-on training, workshops, and continuous learning opportunities?
2. Continuous Learning and Update
Control Criteria
Training materials have been updated at least once
Level 1: Is there a process to periodically update training materials and resources?
Level 2: Are training and educational resources regularly reviewed and updated with the latest security knowledge and practices?
Level 3: Is there a sophisticated, adaptive learning ecosystem for developers, integrating the latest security advancements and feedback for continuous improvement?