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Certified Kubernetes Security Specialist (CKS): Unit 8

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Certified Kubernetes Security Specialist (CKS): Unit 8

This course is part of Certified Kubernetes Security Specialist (CKS) Specialization

Instructor: Pearson

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1 module

Gain insight into a topic and learn the fundamentals.

Intermediate level

Recommended experience

3 hours to complete

Flexible schedule

Learn at your own pace

1 module

Gain insight into a topic and learn the fundamentals.

Intermediate level

Recommended experience

3 hours to complete

Flexible schedule

Learn at your own pace

What you'll learn

Apply Kubernetes security best practices in realistic, exam-like scenarios.
Secure API access, enforce pod security standards, and implement robust network policies.
Detect and mitigate vulnerabilities using runtime security tools and advanced monitoring.
Configure secret encryption, secure ingress, and enforce network encryption for comprehensive protection.

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Assessments

1 assignment

Taught in English

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This course is part of the Certified Kubernetes Security Specialist (CKS) Specialization

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There is 1 module in this course

This course gives you the change to apply your knowledge in hands-on, exam-style scenarios that reflect real Kubernetes security challenges. You’ll practice securing API access, enforcing pod security, implementing network policies, and managing secret encryption. Advanced topics include container runtime security, real-time threat detection with Falco, network encryption, and secure ingress. These practice exams build your confidence and experience for the CKS exam and real-world Kubernetes security tasks.

In this module, you’ll apply everything you’ve learned throughout the course in exam-like scenarios. You’ll work through a variety of real-world challenges that closely mimic what you’ll encounter on the Certified Kubernetes Security Specialist (CKS) exam. These scenarios cover major topics, from cluster hardening to data backup and more, giving you the opportunity to test your knowledge and strengthen your exam readiness.

What's included

14 videos1 assignment

14 videos Total 147 minutes

Module Introduction 1 minute
Learning objectives 1 minute
Securing Kubernetes API Access 13 minutes
Implementing Pod Security Standards (PSS) 12 minutes
Enforcing Network Policies for Pod Communication 12 minutes
Restricting Image Registries 11 minutes
Configuring Secret Encryption 13 minutes
Learning objectives 1 minute
Container Runtime Security 11 minutes
Detecting Malicious Behavior Using Falco 17 minutes
Enforcing Network Encryption 11 minutes
Secure Ingress via TLS 13 minutes
Detecting and Mitigating Security Vulnerabilities 16 minutes
Course Summary 16 minutes

1 assignment Total 30 minutes

End of Course Assessment 30 minutes

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