Keywhiz CLI requires authentication before secrets can be added. The correct process involves logging in using the --devTrustStore option and authenticating as an administrator using the --admin flag. Once authenticated, the add secret command is used with input redirection to securely store the secret. Options that use incorrect flag names, incorrect casing, or invalid trust store identifiers do not follow Keywhiz CLI syntax. Adding secrets through Keywhiz instead of embedding them in code supports secure secret distribution and management, which is a fundamental aspect of DevSecOps culture. This approach ensures secrets remain protected, auditable, and available even during outages.