CKSS - Certified Kubernetes Security Specialist

Certified Kubernetes Security Specialist

The Certified Kubernetes Security Specialist (CKSS) program provides assurance that an individual has the skills, knowledge, and competence on a broad range of best practices for securing container-based applications and Kubernetes platforms during build, deployment and runtime

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About the course

By the conclusion of this hands-on, vendor agnostic training you will be equipped with a thorough understanding of cloud security fundamentals, along with the knowledge, skills and abilities to secure a Kubernetes cluster, detect threats, and properly resolve a security catastrophe.

Certification

The CKS test will be online, proctored and performance-based with 15-20 hands-on performance based tasks, and candidates have 2 hours to complete the exam tasks.

Course Content

Kubernetes Cluster Setup for Security

Use Network security policies to restrict cluster level access
Use CIS benchmark to review the security configuration of Kubernetes components (etcd,kubelet, kubedns, kubeapi)
Properly set up Ingress objects with security control
Protect node metadata and endpoints
Minimize use of, and access to, GUI elements
Minimize use of, and access to, GUI elements

Cluster Hardening

Restrict access to Kubernetes API
Use Role Based Access Controls to minimize exposure
Exercise caution in using service accounts

System Hardening

Minimize host OS footprint (reduce attack surface)
Minimize IAM roles
Minimize external access to the network
Appropriately use kernel hardening tools such as AppArmor, seccomp

Minimizing Microservices Vulnerabilities

Setup appropriate OS level security domains such as using PSP, OPA, security contexts
Manage Kubernetes secrets
Use container runtime sandboxes in multi-tenant environments such gvisor and kata containers
Implement pod to pod encryption by use of mTLS

Logging and Runtime Security

Perform behavioral analytics of syscall process and file activities at the host and container level to detect malicious activities
Detect threats within physical infrastructure, apps, networks, data, users and workloads
Detect all phases of attack regardless where it occurs and how it spreads
Perform deep analytical investigation and identification of bad actors within environment
Ensure immutability of containers at runtime
Use Audit Logs to monitor access

Supply Chain Security

Minimize base image footprint
Secure your supply chain: whitelist allowed registries, sign and validate images
Use static analysis of user workloads
Scan images for known vulnerabilities

Preparing for the Certified Kubernetes Security Specialist Exam

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is this training live or pre-recorded?

The training is live instructor led training which is available in classroom as well as online format. We also record every training session which is then uploaded to our student portal.

How will I join the live online training?

The live online training is conducted via the zoom software, we will be providing you with the zoom meeting link to join the training.

How many students are there in a single batch?

On an average one batch will have a maximum of 18 students. We keep smaller batch sizes to promote interaction between the students and the instructor.