Kubernetes, introduced by Google, has become an integral DevOps platform but faces significant security risks due to its widespread adoption, making it a prime target for cyberattacks. A Stackrox report highlights that over 90% of users experienced security breaches in 2020, largely due to inadequate Kubernetes security implementations, which has hampered innovation and highlighted a skills gap in addressing these issues. The solution involves integrating cybersecurity into DevOps practices, specifically through DevSecOps, and applying these principles to Kubernetes systems. Key strategies for mitigating Kubernetes security risks include using Role-Based Access Control (RBAC) to manage access rights, employing robust monitoring and logging through tools like Coralogix to detect anomalies, implementing service meshes to manage security at the infrastructure layer, ensuring cloud-native Kubernetes security by focusing on both cloud and code security, and adhering to containerization best practices to prevent vulnerabilities in Docker layers. These measures are crucial in safeguarding Kubernetes environments and maintaining the integrity of applications deployed within them.