DevSecOps Periodic Table: JIRA
In the DevSecOps periodic table, JIRA represents the planning and tracking element that binds development, security, and operations together. While it doesn’t run code or scan vulnerabilities, it plays a critical role in ensuring visibility, accountability, and continuous collaboration across the software lifecycle.
-> Overview of the Tool
JIRA is a project management and issue-tracking tool developed by Atlassian. It is widely used to manage software development tasks, bugs, operational incidents, and security findings using Agile frameworks such as Scrum and Kanban.
-> Key Features
*Issue and bug tracking
*Scrum and Kanban boards
*Sprint planning and backlog management
*Custom workflows and issue types
*Dashboards and reporting
*Integration with CI/CD and security tools
-> How It Fits into DevOps / DevSecOps
In a DevSecOps pipeline, JIRA acts as the single source of truth for:
*Development tasks
*Operational incidents
*Security vulnerabilities
Security issues discovered by tools like Snyk, Trivy, or SonarQube can be logged and tracked in JIRA, ensuring that security is addressed early and continuously throughout the SDLC.
-> Programming Language
*Backend: Java
*Frontend: JavaScript
*Integration: REST APIs
-> Parent Company of the Tool Atlassian
Open Source or Paid
Not open source
Commercial (Paid) tool
Free tier available for small teams
-> Final Thoughts
JIRA may not scan code or deploy applications, but it is a core element of DevSecOps governance. By enabling structured tracking, transparency, and collaboration, JIRA ensures that development, security, and operations teams move forward together—securely and efficiently.
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