Kubernetes Services
Kubernetes support, migration, and managed platform packages for production teams
Kubernetes is not one service. Some teams need help deciding if Kubernetes is the right platform. Some need a migration path. Some already run clusters and need upgrades, security hardening, observability, or incident support. This page maps the Kubernetes service family so you can choose the right entry point.
Choose the right Kubernetes offer#
| Need | Best fit | Outcome |
|---|---|---|
| Build and operate a production platform | Managed Kubernetes | Cluster, GitOps, observability, security, operations, and handoff |
| Improve or troubleshoot existing clusters | Kubernetes Support | Upgrade plan, issue resolution, hardening, dashboards, and runbooks |
| Move applications into Kubernetes | Kubernetes Migration | Containerization plan, manifests, staged rollout, and rollback path |
| Run lightweight clusters on edge or small nodes | Managed K3s | K3s architecture for edge, bare metal, or resource-constrained sites |
| Standardize delivery into clusters | GitOps | Declarative deployment model with Argo CD or Flux |
Who it is for#
- teams moving from PaaS, VMs, or ad hoc Docker hosts to Kubernetes
- teams with Kubernetes in production but no dedicated platform engineer
- teams with unreliable clusters, unclear ownership, or upgrade anxiety
- teams preparing for enterprise customers that require better security and evidence
- teams needing Kubernetes on cloud VMs, managed cloud services, bare metal, or edge infrastructure
What is included across Kubernetes engagements#
| Area | What we cover |
|---|---|
| Assessment | workload fit, cluster health, ownership, risks, dependencies, and readiness |
| Architecture | topology, node pools, networking, ingress, storage, security, and operating model |
| Delivery | Helm, Kustomize, Argo CD, Flux, CI/CD integration, rollback, and release notes |
| Security | RBAC, namespaces, pod security standards, image policy, secrets, and network policy |
| Observability | Prometheus, Grafana, logs, alerts, SLO candidates, and runbooks |
| Operations | upgrades, capacity planning, incident support, backups, restore notes, and monthly reviews |
Packages#
Kubernetes Assessment#
A focused assessment for teams deciding whether to adopt, expand, or repair Kubernetes.
Deliverables: workload inventory, risk review, recommended target architecture, readiness score, and next-step proposal.
Kubernetes Migration#
A staged project for moving applications into Kubernetes with controlled risk.
Deliverables: containerization plan, image and registry approach, manifests or Helm charts, test rollout, production cutover plan, and rollback steps.
Managed Kubernetes Platform#
A build-and-operate package for teams that want a production platform.
Deliverables: cluster provisioning, GitOps, ingress, TLS, DNS, observability, security baseline, backups, and handoff.
Kubernetes Support Plan#
Ongoing support for existing clusters.
Deliverables: upgrade planning, incident troubleshooting, cluster reviews, security and cost recommendations, runbooks, and platform backlog.
Onboarding path#
- Current-state review — clusters, workloads, deployment path, ownership, incidents, and platform constraints.
- Service selection — assessment, migration, managed platform, support plan, or custom package.
- Access and safeguards — repository, cloud, cluster, secrets, change-control, and rollback rules.
- Implementation — changes shipped through pull requests, GitOps updates, documented commands, or controlled rollout.
- Operational review — confirm dashboards, runbooks, upgrade path, support cadence, and remaining risks.
Outcomes you can measure#
- cluster upgrades planned instead of deferred indefinitely
- deployments standardized through GitOps or CI/CD
- workload ownership and namespace boundaries documented
- alerts linked to dashboards and runbooks
- security baseline visible through RBAC, policies, and image guidance
- capacity and cost reviewed against real workload usage
- migration cutovers performed with rollback plans
Proof we leave behind#
| Evidence | Purpose |
|---|---|
| Cluster assessment | Shows current health, risk, and priority fixes |
| Architecture diagram | Documents topology, dependencies, and platform boundaries |
| GitOps or manifest repository | Makes deployment state reviewable |
| Runbooks | Supports responders during cluster and workload issues |
| Upgrade notes | Defines how Kubernetes versions and node maintenance are handled |
| Handoff material | Helps developers use the platform without guessing |
Kubernetes ecosystem we support#
Deployment and GitOps#
- Helm
- Kustomize
- Argo CD
- Flux
- GitHub Actions
- GitLab CI
Networking and ingress#
- Traefik
- NGINX Ingress
- Cilium
- Calico
- cloud load balancers
- external DNS and certificate automation
Observability#
- Prometheus
- Grafana
- Loki
- OpenSearch or ELK
- OpenTelemetry
- Jaeger
Security#
- RBAC
- pod security standards
- network policies
- external secrets
- image scanning
- admission controls where appropriate
Related services#
- Managed Kubernetes
- Kubernetes Migration
- Kubernetes Support
- Managed K3s
- SRE as a Service
- Cloud Infrastructure
Getting started#
Start with a Kubernetes assessment. We will identify whether you need support, migration, a managed platform, or a smaller targeted fix.
Request Kubernetes assessment →Frequently asked questions#
Can you support an existing Kubernetes cluster? Yes. We can assess and support existing clusters before recommending any rebuild or migration.
Do you support managed cloud Kubernetes? Yes. We support EKS, AKS, GKE, and similar services, as well as K3s, Rancher, OpenShift, and bare-metal deployments.
Can you migrate applications gradually? Yes. We prefer staged migration with pilot workloads, validation, traffic shifting, and rollback planning.
Is Kubernetes always the right answer? No. If Kubernetes adds more operating burden than value for your workloads, we will say so during assessment and recommend a simpler path.