Worked on enhancing metadata governance across the rapid7/metasploit-payloads and rapid7/metasploit-framework repositories by introducing standardized Cortex exposure tags within cortex.yaml files. Focused on configuration management using YAML, the developer implemented exposure:external-ship tags to classify repository exposure levels, supporting safer management of external service interfaces. This approach established a foundation for metadata-driven governance, enabling future automation and compliance reporting. No critical defects were reported during this period, reflecting careful implementation. The work emphasized consistent tagging practices and improved repository visibility, leveraging configuration management principles to streamline governance processes and support organizational compliance initiatives across multiple codebases.