Explore DIY security approaches for application and operations environments in this 58-minute conference talk. Learn to become a security superhero by managing vulnerabilities, integrating security into builds, and implementing effective monitoring strategies. Discover how to defend against elegant attacks, navigate the challenges of the internet's toxic landscape, and protect your data using engineering skills. Gain insights into password management, dependency checking, and choosing appropriate security tools for various components of your system. Understand the importance of admitting mistakes, fostering a blameless security culture, and preparing for incident response. Delve into topics such as OWASP guidelines, cloud tools, API security, and the complexities of custom filter languages. Acquire practical knowledge to tackle security challenges and safeguard your applications in today's digital world.