Kubernetes Foundations
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Kubernetes Foundations gives cybersecurity professionals a solid introduction to Kubernetes, the open-source system used to build and manage cloud environments. Learners explore its key features, strengths, and weaknesses, preparing them for both defensive and offensive security work in cloud systems.
4
modules
68
hours of content
19
real-world skills
Learning Objectives
- Understand key Kubernetes terms and core infrastructure components
- Build Kubernetes networking using Container Network Interfaces (CNI)
- Develop hands-on skills with the Kubernetes API and core services
- Set up HashiCorp Vault for secure secrets management
- Identify and assess security risks from exposed Kubernetes dashboards
- Build a strong foundation for advanced cloud security topics
Who is it for?
- Network penetration testers looking to expand their skills into cloud environments
- Cloud and DevSecOps professionals seeking to understand Kubernetes security implications
- Security analysts needing foundational knowledge of containerized infrastructure
- Cybersecurity professionals getting started with cloud-native technologies
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Proficiency
Demonstrated understanding of essential container orchestration concepts
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Hands-on skill
Hands-on familiarity with basic Kubernetes components and configurations
Flexible pricing for teams of any size
Scalable options to fit your team's training needs
Kubernetes Foundations FAQ
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Are there any prerequisites for Kubernetes Foundations?
A solid understanding of offensive security, with a background in penetration testing, ethical hacking, or security research is recommended.
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Is Kubernetes Foundations good for beginners?
Yes. The first three modules of this learning path are designed for those unfamiliar with Kubernetes. The final module builds on that knowledge with more security-focused content.
The structured progression ensures that even those new to Kubernetes can build competency through guided instruction and hands-on practice. -
Kubernetes Foundations: NIST Work Roles
- Communications Security (COMSEC) Management
- Cybersecurity Architecture
- Secure Systems Development
- Systems Requirements Planning
- Systems Testing and Evaluation
- Systems Administration
- Systems Security Analysis
- Defensive Cybersecurity
- Incident Response
- Infrastructure Support
- Vulnerability Analysis
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Kubernetes Foundations: NIST TKS’s
- Identify Communications Security (COMSEC) incidents
- Advise senior management on risk levels and security posture
- Establish enterprise information security architecture
- Knowledge of the Communications Security (COMSEC) Material Control System (CMCS)
- Knowledge of types of Communications Security (COMSEC) incidents
- Knowledge of risk management processes
- Knowledge of cybersecurity laws and regulations
- Skill in implementing Public Key Infrastructure (PKI) encryption
- Skill in implementing digital signatures
- Skill in performing economic analysis
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Skills learned in Kubernetes Foundations
- Container security (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes)
- Cloud security
- Cloud security testing
- Cloud misconfigurations (e.g., S3, IAM)
- Cloud networking assessments (VPC, firewall)
- Cloud-native controls
- Cloud infrastructure management
- Cloud security (AWS, Azure, GCP)
- Cloud deployment
- Cloud optimization
- Cloud network config
- Cloud storage
- Multi-cloud security
- Securing cloud APIs
- Cloud automation
- Container management
- System monitoring
- System health monitoring
- Misconfiguration identification (cloud, network, web)
