foundational Kubernetes & Cloud Native paid
Kubernetes and Cloud Native Security Associate (KCSA)
by Cloud Native Computing Foundation (CNCF) ↗
Practitioners who want to validate baseline knowledge of security concepts across the cloud native ecosystem.
Exam facts
- Provider
- Cloud Native Computing Foundation (CNCF)
- Exam code
- KCSA
- Level
- foundational
- Domain
- Kubernetes & Cloud Native
- Exam format
- Multiple choice, online proctored
- Duration
- 90 minutes
- Cost
- $250 USD
- Renewal
- 3 years
- Prerequisites
- None
Recommended preparation
Study the Kubernetes security model, the 4Cs of cloud native security, pod security standards, and supply chain security concepts. Pair the official curriculum with hands-on exploration of RBAC, network policies, and admission control in a test cluster.
Follow the free DevSecOps 90-Day Learning Path — its final phase (days 76–90) is built for certification preparation.
⚠ Certification details change. Always verify on the official provider website before booking.