Secure Self-service Kubernetes with Nutanix Karbon and Nirmata

This solution brief outlines the integration of Nutanix Karbon Clusters and Nirmata for managing Kubernetes environments. It describes how enterprises can provision secure, enterprise-grade Kubernetes clusters that support cloud-native applications. The document explains the process of creating cluster types, specifying networking and storage requirements, and deploying common services such as security and monitoring. It details how Nirmata allows platform operators to enable self-service provisioning, enabling developers to request and manage Kubernetes clusters efficiently. The integration also supports hybrid cloud deployments with major cloud providers. Key benefits include automated cluster deployment, visibility into cluster health, correlated alerting, and centralized identity management. The document emphasizes the importance of a policy engine for ensuring configuration security and compliance. It concludes with a mention of Nirmata's mission to enhance cloud-native agility for enterprises, leveraging open technologies like Kubernetes.