Big data has moved beyond being just a buzzword; it's now at the heart of modern business strategies. When used effectively and efficiently, data can open up new revenue opportunities, provide deep insights, and even drive social impact. As digital transformation accelerates, data is no longer just a tool—it's woven into the fabric of every part of an organization. Designing and maintaining a tier 1 data platform has become essential to staying ahead of the competition. 

Especially with AI-driven applications on the rise, the convergence of DevSecOps and DataOps is becoming increasingly critical. The recent global disruption caused by a security company's mistake was a wake-up call—highlighting just how high the stakes can be. Building and scaling data platforms isn't enough; security and scalability need to be integral to the entire data lifecycle. 

Bringing more than a decade of SRE experience to maintaining and managing top enterprise software, we will discuss how to tear down silos and encourage collaboration among development, security, operations, and data teams. By doing so, organizations can achieve unprecedented levels of reliability and security. Integrating DevSecOps with DataOps doesn't just automate and protect data operations—it also safeguards data integrity, privacy, and compliance, even as data environments expand in size and complexity. In today's competitive market, this proactive stance is what will set the leaders apart from the rest.

Main Actionable Takeaways:

• Cultivate a Collaborative Culture

• Prioritize Resilience and Recovery

• Integrate Security Seamlessly into Data Pipeline