EKS Hybrid NodesSecurity & AuthenticationSecurity & Authentication๐ Published 2026-08-25ยทโฑ1 min readHybrid nodes have no EC2 instance profile, so a separate IAM credential provider must be selected for on-premises use. This section covers authentication method selection and credential lifecycle management. ๐Node Authentication MethodsSSM hybrid activation vs IAM Roles Anywhere โ comparison of how they work, selection criteria, credential lifecycle management