Application security program
A measurable path to mature application security
We use OWASP SAMM, the open Software Assurance Maturity Model, to show where you stand, decide where you need to be, and get you there one practical step at a time.
The framework
Why OWASP SAMM
SAMM organizes software security into five business functions (Governance, Design, Implementation, Verification and Operations) and 15 security practices, each scored on a maturity scale. It is vendor-neutral, works for any size of team and makes progress measurable.
How it works
From assessment to implementation
Assess
Interviews and evidence review to score your current maturity across all 15 practices.
Target
Agree on target maturity based on your risk, compliance needs and resources.
Roadmap
A phased plan with clear owners, priorities and success measures.
Implement
Hands-on help with policies, secure coding standards, threat modeling, SAST, DAST and SCA, and training.
Measure
Re-assess to show progress to leadership and adjust the plan.
Deliverables
What you receive
- A SAMM maturity scorecard for your organization
- A prioritized, phased roadmap with owners and milestones
- Policy, standard and process templates adapted to your teams
- Metrics to track progress, such as remediation time and scan coverage
- Executive and engineering readouts
Find out where your program stands
A SAMM assessment is a practical first step. Tell us about your teams and goals.