IBM Z Application Environment Modernization with Sysdig

IBM has introduced the IBM Z and Cloud Modernization Center to enhance the modernization of applications, data, and processes within an open hybrid cloud framework. This initiative pairs IBM Z systems, known for their transactional integrity and reliability, with hybrid cloud development. Sysdig supports this effort by offering its cloud-native monitoring and security platform tailored for IBM Z and IBM LinuxONE, which emphasizes modern DevOps practices and the use of Kubernetes-managed containers. The partnership between IBM and Sysdig aims to secure container-based applications by leveraging Sysdig's runtime threat detection tool, Falco, and other open-source technologies. This collaboration addresses the significant security risks identified in cloud environments, as highlighted by various industry reports. Sysdig's approach involves using lightweight agents that monitor system calls, ensuring real-time alerts for suspicious activities while integrating seamlessly with existing open-source tools. The partnership is expected to drive the adoption of this innovative security approach among enterprises, particularly in the financial sector, and foster the modernization journey at the IBM Z and Cloud Modernization Center.