GCP Integration

GCP Credentials

Step 1: Create Credentials on GCP

Example: Service Account Key

1. Go to the Google Cloud Console.

2. Navigate to IAM & Admin → Service Accounts.

3. Click Create Service Account.

4. Enter a name and description, then click Create.

5. Assign a role (e.g., Owner or required roles).

6. Click Done.
7. Find your service account, click ⋮ menu → Manage keys.

8. Click Add Key → Create New Key → JSON.

9. Download the JSON key file.

💡 Tip: Keep the JSON key file safe; you'll need it for the next step.

Step 2: Add GCP Credentials to Cokpit

1. Open Cokpit and go to Integrations → Cloud Provider → GCP.

2. Click Add secret.

3. Fill in the required fields:

   • Enter a unique Secret Name
   • Enter your Project ID
   • Set the Output Format (defaults to json)
   • Upload the JSON key file you downloaded

4. Click Submit.

Security Best Practices

• Use service accounts with minimum required permissions
• Rotate service account keys regularly
• Keep JSON key files secure and never share them
• Monitor GCP audit logs for security events
• Follow GCP security best practices