What you will learn
Docker and Linux containers are changing the way applications are developed, tested and deployed. The Container Security learning path provides an overview of the key technologies used by Docker containers and how to utilize them for security. The learning path includes a review of Kubernetes, the most popular container orchestration system, focused on creating and running a secure cluster.
Syllabus
Introduction and Overview of Containers
Course — 00:57:49
K0130, K0609, K0610, S0073
Gain an understanding of the role containers and Docker have in modernizing IT with this overview of container fundamentals.
Docker Security
Course — 04:45:37
K0130, K0167, K0189, K0205, K0406, K0609, K0610, S0073, S0121
Containers are gaining popularity and prominence in IT. This course provides methods to use Docker securely.
Kubernetes Security
Course — 05:54:07
K0109, K0130, K0145, K0167, K0189, K0199, K0205, K0255, K0406, K0609, K0610, S0073, S0121, S0173
Kubernetes won the container orchestration race. Learn how it works and how to deploy containers and keep your cluster secure.
Container Security Skill Assessment
Assessment — 32 questions — 00:16:00

Meet the author
Matt Tesauro specializes in using containers for continuous security at AppSec Pipelines and is a founder of 10Security. Prior work includes Senior AppSec Engineer roles at Duo Security, Pearson and Rackspace. Matt has 20+ years of specializing in application and cloud security. He is a project leader for OWASP AppSec Pipeline & DefectDojo projects.
The AppSec Pipeline project brings DevOps lessons to AppSec while DefectDojo is an application that normalizes output from 70+ different security tools. He holds two degrees from Texas A&M University and several security and Linux certifications.
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Learning path insights

How to claim CPEs
Should you complete this learning path, you’ll be able to download a certificate of completion. Use this to claim your CPEs or CPUs.
Associated NICE Work Roles
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- Mission Assessment Specialist
- Exploitation Analyst
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