SecWise is a Belgian cybersecurity company (and part of Cronos group) that helps organizations strengthen their security posture across cloud environments, DevOps practices, identity and access management, and security operations. After previously collaborating successfully on a project basis, SecWise joined forces with Arxus - combining the IT operations of Arxus with the security consultancy & operations of SecWise to offer a total service to customers. One of the key initiatives has been securing the Arxus Portal, a crucial platform that enables customers to manage their cloud services efficiently and safely.
Strengthening security without adding complexity
With the Arxus Portal being the backbone of cloud operations, security was non-negotiable. A single vulnerability could have major consequences, and Arxus wanted to strengthen its security posture at the software development level. SecWise performed a thorough assessment using the OWASP Software Assurance Maturity Model (SAMM) and identified a major opportunity: integrating a Static Application Security Testing (SAST) solution into the development pipeline.
Before Aikido, SecWise had experience with several security tools, but many came with trade-offs:
- some were too complex,
- others lacked flexibility,
- and enterprise-focused vendors often didn’t adapt well to the needs of mid-sized companies (like those in the Cronos Security ecosystem).
“We had experience with other tools, but we wanted to revisit the market and see what the state of play was. Aikido quickly stood out as a top choice.”
- Christian Dehaeseleer, Cloud Security & DevSecOps Tribe Lead at SecWise
Going beyond SAST with Aikido's adaptive platform
After extensive research, a trial period, and hands-on testing, Aikido emerged as the ideal solution for Arxus. What made the difference?
- Developer-centric approach: Aikido’s intuitive platform fits seamlessly into Arxus’ development pipeline, making security a natural part of the workflow.
- Beyond SAST: While the primary goal was to implement SAST, Aikido’s additional capabilities, like container scanning, aligned with Arxus’ long-term security roadmap.
- Responsive and agile: Unlike larger vendors with rigid roadmaps, Aikido’s team listened to SecWise’s needs and quickly adapted where possible.
- Outstanding cost-benefit ratio: Aikido’s pricing model was a perfect fit for Cronos Security companies, making the decision a no-brainer.
“One of the strongest benefits of Aikido was the direct connection with the product team. They genuinely listened to our needs and adapted where possible, providing a transparent and collaborative experience,” Christian Dehaeseleer, Cloud Security & DevSecOps Tribe Lead at SecWise, adds.
“One of the strongest benefits of Aikido was the direct connection with the product team. They genuinely listened to our needs and adapted where possible, providing a transparent and collaborative experience.”
Conclusion
By adopting Aikido, SecWise helped Arxus integrate security into its development process without adding unnecessary complexity. Developers now have a powerful yet user-friendly platform to detect and fix vulnerabilities, while the business benefits from a scalable, cost-effective security solution. With Aikido, SecWise and Arxus have taken a major step forward in securing the future of cloud operations.
By adopting Aikido, SecWise helped Arxus integrate security into its development process without adding unnecessary complexity. Developers now have a powerful yet user-friendly platform to detect and fix vulnerabilities, while the business benefits from a scalable, cost-effective security solution. With Aikido, SecWise and Arxus have taken a major step forward in securing the future of cloud operations.
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