Baseline architecture for Azure Kubernetes Service (AKS)

About this example

Azure Kubernetes Service (AKS) offers a managed Kubernetes environment, which is becoming the go-to solution for container orchestration. This example diagram illustrates:

Network Structure: Showcases the hub-and-spoke network topology in Azure with AKS at its core.
Security and Isolation: Highlights the use of Azure Key Vault for secrets management and Azure Firewall for robust network security.
Service Communication: Details service interconnectivity and traffic flow between on-premises, AKS, and internet-bound communications.
Monitoring and Management: Depicts integration with Azure Monitor for operational insights and Azure Application Gateway for intelligent routing.

When to use

Initial AKS Deployment: When planning the network and security infrastructure for a new AKS deployment.
Enhancing Security: For enhancing security and compliance postures in an existing Kubernetes setup.
Scaling Operations: While scaling AKS clusters and integrating advanced monitoring and diagnostic tools.

How to use

Start editing: Clone or duplicate the example file to begin tailoring the architecture to your requirements.
Customize diagram: Revise the diagram by adding or adjusting nodes, groups, and relationships to reflect your AKS setup.
Customize layout: Reorganize components for clarity and to reflect the actual or proposed AKS infrastructure.
Collect feedback: Distribute the updated diagram to your team and stakeholders to gather input and further refine the architecture.