k8s-security-hardening

What problem does it solve?

Kubernetes configurations are prone to drift and misconfigurations that weaken security. This skill provides a repeatable pattern to enforce Pod Security Standards, zero-trust network policies, robust secrets management, and compliant admission controls, enabling faster security audits and safer deployments.

Core Features & Use Cases

• Enforce Pod Security Standards across namespaces and workloads to prevent privilege escalation and enforce least privilege.
• Implement zero-trust network policies and robust RBAC controls to tightly regulate traffic and access.
• Harden secrets management with encryption, access controls, and rotation practices to protect sensitive data.
• Define and apply admission-control policies (e.g., Kyverno/OPA) to enforce security requirements at admission time.
• Support CIS benchmark alignment and ongoing security posture improvements with audit readiness.

Quick Start

Configure Pod Security Standards, strict network policies, and admission policies to begin hardening a new Kubernetes cluster.