Kubernetes Foundations

Kubernetes Foundations

From containers to clusters: Building your Kubernetes foundation

Kubernetes has become the industry standard for container orchestration in today's cloud-native landscape. This foundational learning path introduces cybersecurity professionals to the essential concepts and practices needed to work with containerized applications and those getting started in cloud security. Learners will:

  • Develop a practical understanding of Kubernetes architecture and core components

  • Gain hands-on experience with basic deployment and management techniques

  • Learn fundamentals of secrets management using HashiCorp Vault

  • Explore common security considerations including exposed Kubernetes dashboards

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Build essential cloud security skills with Kubernetes fundamentals

This Learning Path covers Kubernetes components, networking, and security risks, equipping cybersecurity pros to secure containerized cloud environments.

Key modules in Kubernetes Foundations

Key modules in Kubernetes Foundations
    • Syllabus

Kubernetes Foundations

  • 4 modules
  • 68 hours of content (approx.)
  • 7 skills

Who is this Learning Path for?

  • Network penetration testers looking to expand their skills into cloud environments
  • Cloud engineers 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

Learning Objectives

  • Understand essential terminology and infrastructure of Kubernetes components
  • Learn to build Kubernetes cluster networking systems using Container Network Interfaces (CNI)
  • Develop practical skills working with the Kubernetes API and other core services
  • Gain experience setting up HashiCorp Vault for secrets management
  • Learn to discover and assess security implications of exposed Kubernetes dashboards
  • Build the foundation needed for further exploration of cloud security concepts
Kubernetes Foundations

Earning an OffSec Learning Badge

Showcase your foundational Kubernetes knowledge! Upon completing 80% of the Kubernetes Foundations Learning Path, you'll receive an exclusive OffSec badge signifying:

  • Kubernetes fundamentals: Demonstrated understanding of essential container orchestration concepts
  • Security awareness: Introduction to security considerations for containerized environments
  • Practical experience: Hands-on familiarity with basic Kubernetes components and configurations

Why train your team with OffSec?

Reduce risk

Learn Kubernetes with cybersecurity implications in mind from day one

Hands-on practice

Practice in safe laboratory environments with over 60 hours of guided instruction

Comprehensive coverage

Build the essential knowledge needed for more advanced cloud security topics

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