Configuring and Securing ACR and AKS

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Lab Scenario

You have been asked to deploy a proof of concept with Azure Container Registry and Azure Kubernetes Service. Specifically, the proof of concept should demonstrate:

• Using Dockerfile to build an image.
• Using Azure Container Registry to store images.
• Configuring an Azure Kubernetes Service.
• Securing and accessing container applications both internally and externally.

Lab Objective

Exercise 1: Configuring and Securing ACR and AKS

• Task 1: Create an Azure Container Registry
• Task 2: Create a Dockerfile, build a container and push it to Azure Container Registry
• Task 3: Create an Azure Kubernetes Service cluster
• Task 4: Grant the AKS cluster permissions to access the ACR
• Task 5: Deploy an external service to AKS
• Task 6: Verify that you can access an external AKS-hosted service
• Task 7: Deploy an internal service to AKS
• Task 8: Verify that you can access an internal AKS-hosted service

Configuring and Securing ACR and AKS Diagram

Job Skills

The Cloudguides in this series help IT professionals gain practical skills related to making Microsoft Azure environments more secure, including how to implement security controls, manage identity and access, protect data and applications, monitor for threats, and maintain a secure posture across various Azure services.

Career Connections

With the increasing demand for cybersecurity expertise, professionals with the skills from this series can pursue job prospects in roles such as Cloud Security Engineer, Security Analyst, Azure Security Consultant, Security Administrator, and Compliance Manager.

As of 2025, average U.S. salaries range from $103,197 to $143,002 for entry-level roles and $120,201 to $203,652 for professionals with 5 years' experience across positions like Cloud Security Engineer, Security Analyst, Azure Security Consultant, Security Administrator, and Compliance Manager. Please note that these figures are approximate, derived from online sources, and can vary based on factors such as location, industry, and company size.