1. Automation:
- CaC automates compliance checks and controls by integrating them directly into the CI/CD pipeline, allowing for continuous validation of compliance requirements throughout the software development lifecycle.
2. Infrastructure as Code (IaC):
- CaC leverages IaC principles to define infrastructure configurations, security controls, and compliance checks in code, ensuring consistency and repeatability across environments.
3. Policy as Code:
- CaC treats compliance policies as code, enabling teams to define, version, and manage compliance rules using code repositories and version control systems.
4. Continuous Compliance Monitoring:
- CaC enables continuous monitoring of compliance posture by automatically scanning infrastructure configurations, code repositories, and deployment pipelines for compliance violations.
5. Integration with DevOps Tools:
- CaC integrates seamlessly with existing DevOps tools and workflows, allowing compliance checks to be performed as part of the development, testing, and deployment processes.
6. Immediate Feedback:
- CaC provides immediate feedback to developers and operators on compliance violations, allowing them to remediate issues quickly and efficiently.
7. Auditing and Reporting:
- CaC generates audit logs and compliance reports to demonstrate adherence to regulatory requirements and security standards, facilitating audits and compliance reviews.
8. Scalability and Flexibility:
- CaC solutions are scalable and flexible, allowing organizations to adapt compliance checks and controls to meet evolving regulatory requirements and business needs.
9. Collaboration:
- CaC promotes collaboration between development, operations, and security teams by aligning compliance efforts with the DevOps workflow and enabling cross-functional collaboration on compliance initiatives.
10. Continuous Improvement:
- CaC fosters a culture of continuous improvement by encouraging teams to iterate on compliance rules, refine control mechanisms, and enhance overall security posture over time.