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Secure Software Development Policy Template

Establish secure coding practices and security requirements throughout the software development lifecycle.

What's Included

Secure SDLC Framework

End-to-end secure development lifecycle with security gates

Code Review Requirements

Mandatory peer review and security-focused code review standards

Vulnerability Testing

SAST, DAST, and penetration testing requirements and schedules

Dependency Management

Third-party library vetting, SCA scanning, and update policies

Deployment Security

CI/CD pipeline security controls and release approval workflows

Security Training

Developer security awareness training and certification requirements

1.Purpose & Scope
2.Secure SDLC
3.Security Requirements
4.Secure Coding Standards
5.Code Review
6.Vulnerability Testing
7.Dependency Management
8.Deployment Security
9.Incident Response
10.Policy Review

How to Use This Template

Download & Review

Download the template and review the entire document. Familiarize yourself with each section and understand what information needs to be customized.

Customize for Your Organization

Replace placeholder text with your company-specific information. Update roles, contact information, systems, and procedures to match your environment.

Review with Legal & Security Teams

Have your legal counsel and security team review the policy. Ensure it aligns with your specific business requirements and regulatory obligations.

Approve, Implement & Train

Get executive approval, formally adopt the policy, and train all employees. Schedule annual reviews to keep the policy current.