{"id":8802,"date":"2026-10-21T01:42:20","date_gmt":"2026-10-21T08:42:20","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/catbradley.io\/?p=8802"},"modified":"2026-10-21T01:42:20","modified_gmt":"2026-10-21T08:42:20","slug":"save-upto-40-on-kubernetes-security-certifications-from-the-linux-foundation","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/catbradley.io\/?p=8802","title":{"rendered":"Save Upto 40% on Kubernetes Security Certifications From the Linux Foundation"},"content":{"rendered":"
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If you have been planning to get a certification, this is the week to do it. The Linux Foundation is running its Cyber Security Month promo, and you can get up to 40% off on cyber security certifications, training courses and the THRIVE-ONE e-learning subscription.<\/p>\n

Linux Foundation is the official organization behind Linux, Kubernetes, and many other industry-facing projects. Their certifications are well respected across countries and enterprises.<\/p>\n

The offer ends on October 23, 2026 at 23:59 UTC<\/strong>. That gives you just a couple of days to make up your mind.<\/p>\n

Linux Foundation Cyber Security Offer<\/a><\/div>\n

The good thing is that you have one full year to take the certification exam. So, you can purchase the cert exams today to save the money, prepare in a few weeks\/couple of months and then attempt the exam.<\/p>\n

There is also a 3 day money back guarantee with some conditions. Please read the policy here<\/a>.<\/p>\n

This article contains affiliate links. Please read our <\/em>affiliate policy<\/em><\/a>.<\/em><\/p>\n

Your discount codes<\/h2>\n

Here are the codes. They are specific to It’s FOSS readers, so use these and not the generic ones you see on the promo page.<\/p>\n

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Discount<\/th>\nApplies to<\/th>\nCode<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n
40% off<\/td>\nCybersecurity certifications, bundles and courses (full list on the promo page<\/a>)<\/td>\nOCT26CYBERFOSS<\/code><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
35% off<\/td>\nAll other Instructor-led Training<\/a>, Certifications<\/a> and Courses by Technology<\/a><\/td>\nOCT26NONCYBERFOSS<\/code><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
30% off<\/td>\nTHRIVE-ONE Annual (new subscriptions only)<\/td>\nOCT26THRIVEFOSS<\/code><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n

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So if you are eyeing CKA, LFCS or any other Linux Foundation certification that is not in the cybersecurity list, you still get 35% off with the second code.<\/p>\n

Even if the offer ends, you can always get 30% off with our special coupon code: ITSFOSS.<\/strong><\/p>\n

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Apply the code on the checkout page. The discount is for new, individual purchases only and cannot be combined with other offers.<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

Kubernetes Security Certifications<\/h2>\n

The biggest savings this time are on the Kubernetes security certifications. Here are the ones worth looking at.<\/p>\n

KCSA + CKS bundle: $645<\/s> $387<\/h3>\n
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This bundle groups two certification exams together<\/a>: Kubernetes and Cloud Native Security Associate (KCSA) and Certified Kubernetes Security Specialist (CKS). You save $258 over the regular bundle price<\/strong>.<\/p>\n

KCSA is the entry-level, multiple choice exam. CKS is the hands-on, professional one. Taking them in this order makes sense, as KCSA builds the foundation that CKS expects from you.<\/p>\n

Keep in mind that you must have passed the Certified Kubernetes Administrator (CKA) exam before you can take CKS<\/strong>. If you don’t have CKA yet, you can grab it with the 35% code OCT26NONCYBERFOSS<\/code>.<\/p>\n

Get KCSA + CKS Bundle<\/a><\/div>\n

You can also choose to get either of the certification exams instead of the bundle. But if you are getting both, the bundle saves you additional money.<\/p>\n

Certified Kubernetes Security Specialist (CKS): $445<\/s> $267<\/h3>\n
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CKS<\/a> is a 2-hour, performance-based exam. You solve real tasks on a live Kubernetes cluster from the command line, so there is no guessing your way through multiple choice options.<\/p>\n

You also get two sessions on the Killer.sh exam simulator to practice in an environment similar to the real exam. The certification is valid for 2 years. As mentioned above, an active CKA is a prerequisite.<\/strong><\/p>\n

Get CKS<\/a><\/div>\n

Kubernetes and Cloud Native Security Associate (KCSA): $250<\/s> $150<\/h3>\n
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KCSA is a pre-professional certification for people starting out in cloud native security. It is a 90-minute, online proctored, multiple choice exam with no prerequisites.<\/p>\n

At $150, this is the most affordable way to get a Linux Foundation security certification on your resume this month. You save $100.<\/p>\n

Get KCSA<\/a><\/div>\n

THRIVE-ONE Annual (e-learning): $360<\/s> $252<\/h3>\n
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THRIVE-ONE<\/a> is the Linux Foundation’s subscription. The annual plan gives you unlimited access to the entire e-learning catalog for a year, plus all SkillCred exams.<\/p>\n

You also get a 40% coupon for any certification or course and 50% off guaranteed-to-run instructor-led courses. Note that certification exams themselves are not included in the subscription.<\/strong><\/p>\n

This works well if you want to learn several technologies over the year instead of focusing on one exam. The 30% discount applies to new subscriptions only.<\/p>\n

Get THRIVE-ONE Annual<\/a><\/div>\n

Why get certified at all?<\/h2>\n

I get asked this a lot. Are Linux certifications worth it?<\/p>\n

A certification is a way to prove to a recruiter that you have the skill. Anyone can list “Kubernetes” or “Linux administration” on a resume. A certification from an industry-recognized body like the Linux Foundation tells the hiring manager that someone has actually tested you on it.<\/p>\n

This matters even more for performance-based exams like CKA, CKS and LFCS. You don’t pick answers from a list. You fix real problems on a live system within a time limit, which is pretty much what the job looks like.<\/p>\n

Certifications are even more helpful if you are a fresh graduate, or if you are switching to a new domain like cloud native or security. <\/p>\n

And it is not just my opinion. In the Linux Foundation\u2019s 2026 State of Tech Talent report<\/a>, 76% of organizations said they value certifications when assessing candidates for a technical role. That is slightly ahead of college degrees at 74%, and this is the third year in a row that certifications have ranked above degrees.<\/p>\n

You don’t have to take the exam this week<\/h2>\n

This is the part a lot of people miss. You only need to buy the certification before October 23. You don’t need to take the exam right away.<\/p>\n

Linux Foundation certifications come with 12 months of exam eligibility. You can schedule and take the exam any time within a year of purchase. So you can lock in the discounted price now and prepare at your own pace.<\/p>\n

Most certifications also include one free retake. If your first attempt does not go well, you get a second chance without paying again. That’s a big relief, in my opinion.<\/p>\n

Missed the deal? Use our evergreen code<\/h2>\n

If you are reading this after October 23, don’t worry. It’s FOSS readers have a code that works any time, even when no promo is running.<\/p>\n

\ud83d\udca1 Use the code ITSFOSS to get 30% off on Linux Foundation certifications, e-learning courses and bundles. Valid all year round.<\/strong><\/p>\n

Browse Linux Foundation Certifications<\/a><\/div>\n

Let me know in the comments if you encounter any inaccuracies or if you have questions.<\/p>\n

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