Certified Kubernetes Security Specialist (CKS)

Introduction

Exam Information

In this lesson, we review essential details about the Certified Kubernetes Security Specialist (CKS) program. The CKS certification validates your skills in implementing security best practices for cloud native computing, enhancing your professional credibility and marketability. For more detailed information about the exam, please visit the CNCF certification page.

Exam Fee and Discount Information

The current exam fee is $300 (as of this recording). Follow our channels on Slack or social media to receive discount coupons during sales and promotions.

After purchasing the exam, you are granted one year to complete it, with up to two attempts allowed to achieve a passing score.

The image describes the Certified Kubernetes Security Specialist (CKS) program by CNCF and The Linux Foundation, highlighting its importance and offering registration and training options.

Before attempting the CKS exam, you must successfully pass the Certified Kubernetes Administrator (CKA) exam and hold an active (non-expired) CKA certification on the exam day. Like its counterpart, the CKS exam is conducted online and is entirely performance-based, assessing your proficiency with Kubernetes and its security features on Linux. Extensive hands-on practice with both Kubernetes and its security functions is essential for success.

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During the exam, you will have unlimited access to Kubernetes' official documentation pages. This course includes demonstrations on how to efficiently navigate and use the documentation site to quickly locate crucial information.

Preparation Tip

Dedicate time to practical, hands-on exercises with Kubernetes and security functionalities. Thorough preparation will increase your exam confidence and help you pass with flying colors.

Best of luck as you prepare for and take the Kubernetes certification exam. Let's begin our journey to mastering Kubernetes security together.


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