Certifications
Professional certifications and credentials demonstrating expertise in Cloud Native technologies, Kubernetes, AI/ML, and Linux system administration.
CNCF Golden Kubestronaut
Became a Kubestronaut in January 2025 while still in college at Missouri S&T, then completed all 16 CNCF/Linux Foundation certifications to earn Golden Kubestronaut in June 2026.
Golden Kubestronaut ✓ June 2026
View all 16 certifications
CKA
Certified Kubernetes Administrator
CKAD
Certified Kubernetes Application Developer
CKS
Certified Kubernetes Security Specialist
KCNA
Kubernetes and Cloud Native Associate
KCSA
Kubernetes and Cloud Native Security Associate
LFCS
Linux Foundation Certified System Administrator
CGOA
Certified GitOps Associate
CAPA
Certified Argo Project Associate
PCA
Prometheus Certified Associate
OTCA
OpenTelemetry Certified Associate
CCA
Cilium Certified Associate
CNPA
Cloud Native Platform Engineering Associate
CBA
Certified Backstage Associate
ICA
Istio Certified Associate
CNPE
Certified Cloud Native Platform Engineer
KCA
Kyverno Certified Associate