Worked on the solo-io/gloo repository to enhance security and streamline release processes by focusing on dependency alignment and build reproducibility. Addressed a critical vulnerability by updating the kubectl image to version 1.31.1 and aligning the go.mod dependency, while also updating the distroless image to remediate CVE-2023-45288. Improved release hygiene by reorganizing changelog entries to accurately reflect release staging, ensuring clarity without introducing code changes. Leveraged skills in containerization, dependency management, and DevOps, utilizing Dockerfile and YAML to support safer deployments and more reliable builds, ultimately reducing build drift and enabling faster, more traceable feature delivery.