DevSecOps emerged to ensure that security is not bolted on at the end but integrated from the start. It emphasizes:
- Secure coding practices
- Vulnerability scanning in the pipeline
- Security audits and compliance checks
- Shared responsibility for security across teams
The goal: deliver secure software without slowing down delivery.
EthDevOps: Embedding Ethics
EthDevOps extends this progression by making ethics a core operational concern alongside speed and security. It addresses:
- The societal impact of features and products
- Fairness, inclusivity, and potential biases in systems
- Responsible data use and privacy practices
- Long-term consequences of technical decisions
The goal: deliver responsible software that is not only fast and secure, but also fair, transparent, and aligned with human values.
How They Work Together
These approaches are not in conflict—they are complementary:
| Concern | DevOps | DevSecOps | EthDevOps |
|---|---|---|---|
| Focus | Speed & automation | Security & compliance | Ethics & impact |
| Mindset | Build & run together | Build secure by default | Build responsibly by design |
| Practices | CI/CD, monitoring | Threat modeling, scanning | Ethical assessments, impact analysis |
| Goal | Faster delivery | Safer software | Trustworthy systems |
By adopting EthDevOps, teams take the next evolutionary step: recognizing that software isn’t just a technical product, but a force that shapes society. The responsibility to “do the right thing” belongs to everyone involved in its creation and operation.
EthDevOps is not about slowing down innovation. It’s about making sure the things we build are not only efficient and secure—but also just, inclusive, and worthy of the trust users place in us.
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