AI Security Frameworks: Building Defense in Depth for Production Systems
January 7, 2026
Comprehensive security frameworks for AI systems, covering threat modeling, defense strategies, and compliance requirements for production deployments.
AI-Powered Security Architecture: Autonomous Threat Detection and Response
August 19, 2025
Architectural patterns for integrating AI agents into security operations for automated threat detection, analysis, and response orchestration
WASM Runtime Architecture: Performance and Security Trade-offs
July 14, 2025
Architectural considerations for building high-performance WebAssembly runtimes with robust security isolation
Production AI Safety Architecture: Building Guardrails for Autonomous Systems
May 20, 2025
Architectural patterns for implementing safety controls, content filtering, and behavioral constraints in production AI systems
Zero-Trust Edge Security Architecture: Building Trust Boundaries in Distributed Systems
September 15, 2024
Exploring architectural patterns for implementing zero-trust security models at the network edge, balancing security rigor with performance requirements.
WASM Edge Deployment Architecture: Security and Performance at the Network Boundary
June 23, 2024
Architectural patterns for deploying WebAssembly at the edge, balancing security isolation, cold start performance, and operational complexity.
ML Security Analytics: Real-Time Threat Detection at Scale
May 19, 2024
Building machine learning systems for security analytics that can detect threats in real-time across massive data streams
Edge Computing Security: Challenges and Solutions for Distributed Architectures
August 16, 2023
Exploring security challenges unique to edge computing and practical solutions for protecting distributed edge infrastructure
eBPF in Production: Observability and Security Without Kernel Modules
June 14, 2023
Deploying eBPF programs for production observability, security monitoring, and network optimization at scale
Building Production-Ready Bot Detection Engines: Behavioral Analysis at Scale
March 18, 2023
Deep dive into designing and implementing bot detection systems using behavioral analysis, fingerprinting, and machine learning
Machine Learning for Real-Time Threat Detection: From Theory to Production
February 12, 2023
Practical insights on deploying ML models for real-time threat detection, including feature engineering, model selection, and performance optimization
Building AI-Driven Security Platforms: Architecture Patterns and Lessons Learned
January 15, 2023
Exploring the architectural patterns and design decisions that enable effective AI-driven security platforms at scale
2020 in Review: Architectural Evolution in Cloud-Native Systems
December 28, 2020
Reflecting on architectural trends, lessons learned, and emerging patterns from a transformative year in cloud-native infrastructure and security
DevSecOps Automation: Architectural Patterns for Security Pipeline Integration
November 23, 2020
Architecture for embedding security throughout the software delivery lifecycle including shift-left patterns, automated testing, and continuous compliance
CI/CD Security Automation: Securing the Software Supply Chain
July 20, 2020
Architectural patterns for embedding security controls throughout continuous integration and deployment pipelines including secrets management, artifact signing, and vulnerability scanning
Cloud Security Posture Management: Architecture for Continuous Compliance
May 18, 2020
Framework design patterns for automated security posture assessment, policy enforcement, and compliance validation across cloud infrastructure
API Gateway Architecture: Patterns for Microservices Edge
March 16, 2020
Architectural patterns for API gateways including routing strategies, authentication flows, rate limiting, and service aggregation trade-offs
Zero-Trust Networking: Implementing Security Beyond the Perimeter
June 18, 2019
Moving from perimeter-based security to zero-trust models in cloud-native environments
Kubernetes Security Hardening: From Defaults to Defense in Depth
January 16, 2019
Comprehensive guide to hardening Kubernetes clusters beyond default configurations, covering RBAC, network policies, and admission control
Container Runtime Security: Protecting the Foundation
November 22, 2018
Exploring container runtime security from kernel namespaces to security policies, covering vulnerabilities and hardening strategies
Multi-Tenant Architecture Patterns: Isolation, Efficiency, and Trade-offs
August 20, 2018
Exploring multi-tenancy strategies for SaaS applications, from database isolation to Kubernetes namespace designs
Securing Secrets in Cloud-Native Applications: Beyond Environment Variables
June 14, 2018
Comprehensive strategies for managing sensitive data in cloud-native applications, from basic practices to advanced secret management systems
Serverless Security: Rethinking Application Security in Function-as-a-Service Environments
February 12, 2018
Exploring the unique security challenges and best practices for serverless architectures and FaaS platforms
Automated Compliance: Building Audit-Ready Infrastructure
July 25, 2017
How to build infrastructure that meets compliance requirements through automation, continuous monitoring, and infrastructure as code
Modern Encryption Practices: Key Rotation and Management
June 22, 2017
A deep dive into encryption key management, rotation strategies, and practical patterns for protecting data at scale
Security at Scale: Protecting Microservices Architectures
May 18, 2017
Practical strategies for implementing security in large-scale microservices deployments, from authentication to data protection
Zero-Trust Architecture Principles for Modern Infrastructure
January 15, 2017
Exploring the fundamental principles of zero-trust security and how to implement them in modern cloud infrastructure
2016 Year in Review: Cloud-Native Security Trends
December 28, 2016
Reflecting on the major cloud security developments of 2016—from container security to multi-cloud adoption, GDPR preparation, and the evolution of DevSecOps culture.
Scalable Encryption Architectures for Cloud Applications
November 17, 2016
Building encryption systems that scale from thousands to millions of operations per second, using envelope encryption, key hierarchies, and distributed key management.
GDPR Compliance Preparation for Engineers
October 20, 2016
Practical engineering considerations for GDPR compliance, from data encryption and access controls to data portability and the right to be forgotten.
DevOps Culture Meets Security: Building DevSecOps
August 18, 2016
Integrating security into DevOps workflows without slowing down development, from automated security testing to security-as-code practices.
Container Security Best Practices: Lessons from Production
July 15, 2016
Practical security strategies for containerized applications in production environments, from image hardening to runtime protection.
Serverless and Key Management: Evaluating AWS Lambda for Cryptographic Services
June 16, 2016
Exploring whether serverless functions are suitable for key management workloads and the unique challenges of managing cryptographic state in ephemeral environments
CI/CD for Security Software: Automating Deployment Without Compromising Security
May 19, 2016
Building continuous integration and deployment pipelines for security-critical microservices while maintaining rigorous security controls and compliance requirements
Kubernetes in Production: Running Security Services at Scale
March 22, 2016
Taking Kubernetes from experimental to production for key management microservices, sharing lessons learned from six months of real-world operation
Enterprise Policy Management: Enforcing Data Protection at Scale
December 15, 2015
Building policy engines that enforce encryption and key management policies across multi-cloud environments, balancing flexibility with security
Encryption Best Practices: Lessons from Building Enterprise Key Management
November 18, 2015
Practical guidance on encryption implementation, common pitfalls to avoid, and patterns that work at enterprise scale
HSM Integration Patterns: Hardware Security for Critical Keys
September 25, 2015
Practical patterns for integrating Hardware Security Modules (HSMs) into cloud-based encryption systems, balancing security, performance, and operational complexity.
Microservices Architecture for Enterprise Key Management
September 17, 2015
Decomposing monolithic key management systems into microservices: design patterns, challenges, and lessons learned from production deployments
Compliance and Data Protection: Building for Regulations
August 20, 2015
Navigating the complex landscape of data protection regulations including PCI-DSS, HIPAA, and SOC 2, with practical architectures and implementation patterns.
Containerizing Security Services: Docker for Key Management Microservices
July 16, 2015
Exploring how Docker containers can be used for security-sensitive microservices while addressing unique challenges around secrets management and HSM access
Navigating Compliance Requirements: PCI-DSS, HIPAA, and Key Management
June 25, 2015
Understanding how compliance frameworks shape key management architecture and what it takes to build compliant encryption systems
Security Considerations for Microservices Architecture
June 25, 2015
Exploring the unique security challenges that emerge when moving from monolithic applications to microservices, and practical patterns to address them.
Distributed Key Storage: Designing for Scale and Reliability
May 14, 2015
Building distributed systems for key storage that balance security, performance, and fault tolerance across multiple data centers
Containerizing Security Services with Docker: Lessons and Best Practices
April 22, 2015
How we're using Docker to deploy and manage security-critical services, including key management and encryption services, with a focus on isolation and security.
Cloud Security Architecture Patterns: Building Defense in Depth
March 18, 2015
Exploring essential security architecture patterns for cloud-native applications, from network isolation to identity management and data protection.
Cloud Security Architecture: Rethinking Trust Boundaries
March 18, 2015
How cloud computing changes fundamental security assumptions and what it means for enterprise architectures
HSM Integration Patterns: Building Reliable Cryptographic Services
February 20, 2015
Deep dive into hardware security module integration patterns for enterprise applications, focusing on performance, reliability, and security
Building Distributed Key Management Systems: Architecture and Challenges
February 20, 2015
Exploring the architectural patterns, consistency challenges, and security considerations when building distributed key management systems for global scale.
Enterprise Encryption Best Practices: Lessons from the Field
January 15, 2015
A comprehensive guide to implementing encryption at enterprise scale, covering key management, performance considerations, and architectural patterns.
Key Management Fundamentals: The Foundation of Enterprise Security
January 15, 2015
Exploring the critical role of key management in modern enterprise security architectures and why it's the cornerstone of data protection