Aperçu du cours

Introduction

CloudTech Solutions, a leading provider of cloud infrastructure services, is updating its Kubernetes clusters to leverage the latest security features provided by AWS. Recently, AWS introduced changes in how Elastic Kubernetes Service (EKS) authenticates and authorizes users, simplifying access management and improving security. This lab will guide you through deploying an EKS cluster, configuring the new EKS Access Management API, and applying advanced authentication and authorization controls using IAM and Kubernetes RBAC.

Objectives

Successfully complete this lab by achieving the following learning objectives:

1. Deploy an EKS cluster.
2. Configure the EKS Access Management API for enhanced security.
3. Manage EKS Access Entries and Access Policies.
4. Apply IAM roles and users to Kubernetes RBAC groups.
5. Verify access controls and troubleshoot potential issues.

Prerequisites

Before starting this lab, ensure you meet the following prerequisites:

1. Kubernetes Knowledge:
   • Understanding of Kubernetes concepts such as Pods, namespaces, and manifests.
   • Ability to navigate the Kubernetes command-line interface (kubectl).
2. AWS and IAM Knowledge:
   • Understanding of AWS IAM roles, policies, and permissions.
   • Familiarity with AWS CLI for managing AWS resources.
3. System Administration Skills:
   • Basic command-line skills.
   • Familiarity with Linux-based systems.
4. Required Access and Configurations:
   • AWS account with permissions to create and manage EKS clusters.
   • Local setup with AWS CLI, kubectl, and necessary AWS credentials configured.

Required Materials and Software

1. Computer with Stable Internet Access:
   • You will need a computer with stable internet access to interact with AWS and the Kubernetes cluster.
2. AWS Account:
   • Ensure you have an AWS account with permissions to create EKS clusters and manage IAM roles and policies.
3. AWS CLI and kubectl:
   • Ensure AWS CLI and kubectl are installed and configured on your local machine.