Certified Kubernetes Security Specialist — Masterclass

Master Kubernetes security best practices and pass the CKS exam with hands-on labs, real-world scenarios, and expert guidance.

Course overview

This Masterclass focuses on securing Kubernetes clusters, container runtimes, and cloud-native applications. Topics combine theory with practical lab exercises to build skills in cluster hardening, network and workload security, incident response, and compliance.

What you’ll learn

• Kubernetes architecture & threat model

• Cluster hardening and secure configuration (RBAC, API server, etcd)

• Network policies, service mesh security, and ingress controls

• Secure container images, image scanning, and supply-chain protection

• Runtime security and policy enforcement (e.g., Seccomp, AppArmor, OPA/Gatekeeper)

• Logging, monitoring, and incident response for K8s environments

• Hands-on exam-style labs and practice questions for CKS

Who this course is for

• DevOps / SRE engineers securing Kubernetes production clusters

• Cloud-native security engineers and DevSecOps practitioners

• Candidates preparing for the Certified Kubernetes Security Specialist (CKS) exam

• Developers and system administrators seeking container security best practices

Key features

• Up-to-date curriculum aligned with CKS objectives

• Step‑by‑step hands-on labs and reproducible lab environment

• Real-world scenario exercises and remediation guidance

• Exam tips, practice questions, and study roadmap

• Accessible for both self-paced learners and teams

Prerequisites

• Basic Kubernetes experience (kubectl, pods, deployments)

• Familiarity with Linux, container basics, and networking concepts

• Recommended: prior CKAD or equivalent practical K8s experience

Course outcomes

• Harden and secure Kubernetes clusters in production

• Implement network and workload isolation using Kubernetes primitives

• Build automated security checks into CI/CD pipelines

• Respond to and investigate security incidents in K8s environments

• Confidently attempt and pass the CKS certification exam

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