Secure by Design

Security Built In From Day One.

CRG embeds security at every phase of your systems, reducing risk, simplifying compliance, and ensuring resilience for government and regulated enterprise environments.

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The Challenge

Why Reactive Security Measures Are Insufficient for Modern Threats

Many organizations only implement security measures after issues arise, leading to expensive breaches and operational setbacks. In the current cyber threat landscape, a proactive approach is essential for safeguarding critical agencies and enterprises.

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Our solution

our Secure by Design Approach Explained

Secure by Design means integrating security from the very start of every project. This proactive approach ensures that security is not an afterthought but a core component of your systems.

Why it works

Core Principles of Secure by Design

Minimize Attack Surface

Remove unnecessary features, services, or ports.

Secure Defaults

Systems are locked down by default, users must opt in to reduce security.

Least Privilege

Every user/system has only the minimum necessary access.

Defense in Depth

Multiple security layers ensure if one fails, others protect.

Fail Securely

Systems default to a safe state during failure or attack.

Simplicity

Clear, simple designs make it easier to secure and maintain.

Complete Mediation

Every access attempt is checked for authorization.

User-Centric

Security controls are intuitive and never get in the way of productivity.

Why you need it

Secure by Design is Critical for Agencies and Enterprises

Reduced Vulnerabilities

Security flaws caught early, before they’re exploited.

Lower Remediation Costs

Fixing issues at design stage is cheaper than after deployment.

Improved Compliance

Built-in controls make passing audits easier

Faster Project Delivery

Less rework means more predictable, on-time launches.

Resilience & Trust

Stakeholders know your systems are built to withstand threats.

Easier Modernization

Ready for cloud, Zero Trust, and AI-driven environments.

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How We Work

Define Security Requirements Upfront

We set clear security goals right from the start, so protection is built into your project, not added later.

Threat Modeling During Design

We identify and plan for possible risks before any code is written, making your system safer from the ground up.

Secure Coding and Team Training

Our developers use secure coding practices, and we train your teams to spot and prevent common security issues.

Automated Security Testing

We automatically test code for vulnerabilities during development, catching problems early and fixing them fast.

Architecture Reviews at Every Step

Security experts review your system’s design at key milestones to ensure best practices are always followed.

Secure Configuration Management

We keep your system settings and components locked down and consistent, reducing the risk of misconfiguration.

Continuous Monitoring and Assurance

We monitor your environment 24/7 and provide ongoing security checks, so you stay protected as threats evolve.

Integration

How Secure by Design Supports Your Mission

We make sure security isn’t just about passing audits or ticking compliance boxes. Instead, we align every security measure with what matters most to your organization: your mission, your goals, and your people.

We work closely with your teams to:

Protect your most important assets and operations

Reduce the stress and burden of audits and compliance

Empower your staff with the knowledge and tools to stay secure, every day

With Secure by Design, security becomes a business enabler, helping you achieve your mission with confidence and resilience, not just meet minimum standards.

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FAQs

Your questions about Secure by Design answered for clarity.

What does “Secure by Design” actually mean?

Secure by Design means we plan and build security into every step of your project from the very beginning. Security is not something we add later.

How is Secure by Design different from traditional security?

Most security methods try to fix problems after they happen. Secure by Design is proactive. We identify and solve risks before your system goes live, making it stronger and safer right away.

Will Secure by Design slow down our projects?

No. Fixing issues early helps projects finish on time. There are fewer last-minute fixes, fewer surprises, and smoother audits.

Can this approach work with our older or hybrid systems?

Yes. We adjust our approach to fit your environment, even if you use legacy or mixed technologies.

How does Secure by Design help with compliance and audits?

Our process ensures you have all the right controls and documentation ready from the start. This makes audits easier and reduces stress.

What standards does CRG’s Secure by Design follow?

We follow leading frameworks like NIST, FedRAMP, Zero Trust, SOX, and other required industry and federal standards.

Will our staff need extra training?

We provide training and clear resources for your team, so everyone understands what is required and why.

How do we get started?