Red Hat Satellite Training Course

Puppet is an open-source configuration management tool used to automate infrastructure provisioning, configuration, and management across servers and environments.

This instructor-led, live training (online or onsite) is aimed at beginner-level to intermediate-level system administrators who wish to use Puppet to automate system configuration in a Master-Client environment for government operations.

By the end of this training, participants will be able to:

• Install and configure Puppet on master and client systems.
• Write and apply Puppet manifests to manage configuration.
• Create and reuse Puppet modules, templates, and classes.
• Implement conditional logic and ordering in Puppet manifests.

Format of the Course

• Interactive lecture and discussion.
• Lots of exercises and practice.
• Hands-on implementation in a live-lab environment.

Course Customization Options

• To request a customized training for this course, please contact us to arrange.

This course is designed to provide engineers currently using Ansible with an advanced understanding of its more specialized applications. The workshop aims to enhance participants' knowledge of the underlying mechanisms of Ansible, its role in the application development lifecycle, and how it can be customized for large-scale and enterprise environments for government use.

Course Objectives: - Gain an understanding of the foundational principles of Ansible for government. - Learn how to install and configure Ansible in a secure and compliant environment. - Examine the key components of Ansible, including Playbooks, Modules, and Inventory. - Implement automation tasks using Ansible to enhance efficiency and consistency in operations. - Execute Ansible Playbooks to manage and automate remote servers, ensuring alignment with public sector workflows and governance.

This instructor-led, live training in [location] (online or onsite) is aimed at DevOps engineers, developers, and project managers who wish to efficiently execute preprogrammed functions and administer software development workflows using the powerful RESTful API of Ansible AWX for government. By the end of this training, participants will be able to: - Install and configure Ansible AWX in their preferred software development environment. - Understand the DevOps principles and concepts foundational to Ansible AWX for government operations. - Utilize AWX's automation tools to enhance workflows and facilitate DevOps processes within public sector projects. - Integrate AWX with external resources to leverage its features and collaborate effectively with teams in a government context.

This course has been designed for system administrators who seek to automate system and application configuration management with Ansible, specifically tailored for government. This course primarily focuses on Linux/Unix servers, ensuring alignment with the technical requirements and governance standards for government operations.

This instructor-led, live training in US (online or onsite) is designed for DevOps engineers, developers, and SysOps administrators who aim to maximize the tools and features provided by the Ansible project for enhancing organizational IT infrastructures and processes for government.

Participants will also have the opportunity to implement complex Ansible configurations for large-scale applications while leveraging its open-source tower for optimized DevOps management and collaboration functions within public sector workflows.

By the end of this training, participants will be able to:

• Install and configure Ansible along with other open-source tools and resources.
• Set up a centralized system for DevOps management using Ansible project features.
• Utilize automation tools and advanced resources of Ansible to achieve continuous integration and continuous delivery (CI/CD).
• Implement improved SysOps methods using Ansible's collaborative features for managing larger teams in government settings.
• Enhance the execution of DevOps tasks within the organization and optimize existing processes.
• Integrate Ansible with external platforms and leverage other Ansible tools to benefit organizational operations for government.

This instructor-led, live training (online or onsite) is designed for network or DevOps engineers who wish to leverage Ansible to enhance the efficiency of network systems management through automation.

By the end of this training, participants will be able to:

• Configure the required development environment to begin building and utilizing network automation solutions.
• Develop Ansible playbooks for executing and automating tasks across multiple network systems.
• Utilize Python scripts for network automation to manage and configure network devices effectively.
• Dynamically manage network configuration changes using Jinja2 templates, ensuring alignment with public sector workflows for government.

Ansible Automation is a robust framework designed for IT automation, configuration management, and deployment at scale. This instructor-led, live training (available online or onsite) is tailored for intermediate-level DevOps professionals who aim to design, develop, and maintain advanced Ansible automation content and integrate it into broader IT operations. By the end of this training, participants will be able to: - Develop custom Ansible modules and plugins. - Create complex playbooks utilizing Jinja2, filters, and conditional logic. - Integrate Ansible with APIs and version control systems. - Structure content using Collections and Roles. **Format of the Course** - Interactive lectures and discussions. - Hands-on use of the Ansible Automation Platform in sample enterprise scenarios. - Guided exercises focused on the development, integration, and testing of Ansible content. **Course Customization Options for Government** To request a customized training for this course based on your specific Ansible use cases, please contact us to arrange.

Ansible Tower is the enterprise framework designed for managing and scaling Ansible automation across complex IT environments for government and other sectors.

This instructor-led, live training (available online or onsite) is aimed at intermediate-level IT professionals who wish to deploy, configure, and operate Ansible Tower as part of an enterprise automation strategy for government agencies.

By the end of this training, participants will be able to:

• Install and configure Ansible Tower for use in government environments.
• Manage users, teams, inventories, and credentials within Tower.
• Launch and monitor playbooks through job templates and workflows.
• Secure and scale Ansible automation across multiple teams and departments for government operations.

Format of the Course

• Interactive lectures and discussions.
• Hands-on use of Ansible Tower in enterprise-scale scenarios relevant to government IT environments.
• Guided exercises focused on deployment, management, and security of Tower infrastructure for government agencies.

Course Customization Options

• To request a customized training for this course tailored to your organization’s specific automation infrastructure needs for government, please contact us to arrange.

This instructor-led, live training in [location] (online or onsite) is designed for system administrators who wish to utilize Microsoft SCCM to manage infrastructure for government. By the end of this training, participants will be able to: - Use the Configuration Manager console for effective infrastructure management. - Configure public key infrastructures to enhance the security of Microsoft SCCM for government operations. - Perform advanced application deployment and troubleshooting to ensure optimal system performance.

This instructor-led, live training (online or onsite) is designed for intermediate to advanced developers and system administrators who wish to enhance their Puppet knowledge and expertise. By the end of this training, participants will be able to: - Master advanced Puppet concepts and techniques. - Efficiently manage configurations using Puppet. - Implement best practices for module development. - Decouple configuration from code using Hiera. - Write custom facts and functions to extend Puppet's functionality. - Effectively manage relationships in Puppet. - Handle artifacts such as files, snippets, templates, and blobs. - Apply testing best practices for Puppet modules. - Utilize Puppet Bolt for orchestration, enhancing operational efficiency for government workflows.

This instructor-led, live training in US (online or onsite) is aimed at intermediate-level system administrators and IT professionals who wish to effectively manage, optimize, and secure RHEL 8 environments using the latest tools and techniques for government use.

By the end of this training, participants will be able to:

• Install and configure RHEL 8 for enterprise deployment in a government setting.
• Utilize advanced tools such as App Streams, Stratis, and the Virtual Data Optimizer for efficient storage management in public sector environments.
• Implement secure networking protocols using NFTables and Firewalld to enhance cybersecurity for government systems.
• Automate systems administration tasks with Ansible, including the deployment and scaling of tasks to support government operations.
• Manage the lifecycle of containers and ensure secure deployments in production environments for government use.

SaltStack (or Salt) is a Python-based, open-source configuration management tool designed for automating the provisioning of hardware and software in IT environments. It is widely used as an orchestration tool in cloud and IT operational settings. In this instructor-led, live training (available both onsite and remotely), participants will learn how to deploy SaltStack through hands-on practice in setting up, configuring, provisioning, optimizing, and troubleshooting a collection of servers in a simulated cloud environment for government use. By the end of this training, participants will be able to: - Install and configure SaltStack - Automate administrative tasks related to infrastructure management - Provision and manage new code and application packages - Create reusable configuration templates - Use SaltStack to monitor systems - Develop strategies to optimize infrastructure efficiency - Troubleshoot issues within SaltStack and the environment **Audience** - System administrators - DevOps engineers **Format of the Course** - Part lecture, part discussion, with exercises and extensive hands-on practice **Notes** - For a customized training for this course tailored to specific needs, please contact us to arrange.

SaltStack is an open-source, Python-based configuration management platform designed to automate the provisioning of hardware and software resources within complex IT infrastructures. It is widely recognized for its efficacy as an orchestration solution in cloud computing and IT operational workflows. This instructor-led training session, available both onsite and remotely, provides participants with comprehensive instruction on advanced SaltStack capabilities. Through hands-on exercises in a live laboratory environment, attendees will develop proficiency in the setup, configuration, provisioning, optimization, and troubleshooting of server and application ecosystems, aligning technical skills with the rigorous standards required for government operations and for government infrastructure management.

Mastering Application Distribution, Deployment, and Monitoring with Configuration Manager for Government

In this comprehensive course, participants will gain hands-on experience with Configuration Manager and its associated site systems to efficiently manage network resources within government environments. The curriculum is designed to cover essential day-to-day management tasks, including:

• Application Management: Participants will learn how to deploy and monitor applications for managed users and systems in a government context.
• Client Health Management: Techniques will be covered to ensure optimal performance and reliability of client systems within government networks.
• Inventory Management: Participants will conduct detailed hardware and software inventories, ensuring accurate tracking and management of resources for government operations.
• Operating System Deployment: The course will provide in-depth training on deploying operating systems seamlessly across government systems.
• Software Updates: Participants will learn to manage and streamline software update processes, ensuring that all government systems are up-to-date and secure.