Rakesh Panati's Blog

  • Policy Testing in Pull Requests

    Pipeline pattern using OPA/Rego, Conftest, and Azure Policy to automatically test and gate policy changes in CI/CD.

  • Designing the Governance-as-Code Repository

    Blueprint for structuring a single repo with policy folders, decision-rights metadata, and NIST/COBIT mapping for auditable governance.

  • Evaluating SPIFFE/SPIRE for Enterprise Microservice Security: A Strategic Perspective

    In the dynamic realm of digital transformation, I recently had the opportunity to delve deep into SPIFFE/SPIRE while consulting for a major organization. Initially, terms like Azure Workload Identities and Service Meshes came to mind, but SPIFFE/SPIRE proved to be a different beast. My exploration revealed it as part of the CNCF, igniting my curiosity…

  • Navigating the Maze of Modern Authentication: Turning Fragmented Identities into Cybersecurity Strengths

    In this era of rapid digital transformation, large organizations are rapidly evolving to adapt to a volatile and disruptive market. This evolution, characterized by a shift from traditional structures to models that emphasize agility and innovation, brings to the fore the challenge of balancing the autonomy of teams with the need for cohesive, secure, and…

  • Welcome! నమస్కారం!

    Welcome to my blog, code named “Curiosity Cauldron,” a blog where diverse perspectives blend, creating a rich stew of insights and ideas. Here, I’ll be stirring together my experiences and thoughts across a range of topics, from the intricate world of cybersecurity to the artful realms of photography and cooking. But before we dive in,…

  • What exactly is API Security?

    API Security is a trending topic that has quickly ascended to the top of boardroom agendas. To delve deeper, let’s first clarify what an API is—and what it is not. Understanding APIs: An API (Application Programming Interface) is a set of rules and protocols for building and interacting with software applications. It facilitates communication between…