Software-Defined Wide Area Network (SD-WAN) Management and Operation Training Course

The Certified Kubernetes Administrator (CKA) program was developed by The Linux Foundation and the Cloud Native Computing Foundation (CNCF). Kubernetes has become a leading platform for container orchestration in modern computing environments. NobleProg has been providing Docker and Kubernetes training since 2015. With over 360 successfully completed training projects, we have established ourselves as one of the premier training organizations globally in the field of containerization. Since 2019, we have also assisted our clients in validating their performance in Kubernetes environments by preparing them to pass the CKA and CKAD exams. This instructor-led, live training (available online or on-site) is designed for System Administrators and Kubernetes users who wish to confirm their expertise by passing the CKA exam. Additionally, the training focuses on gaining practical experience in Kubernetes administration, making it valuable even for those not planning to take the CKA exam. **Format of the Course:** - Interactive lectures and discussions. - Extensive exercises and practice sessions. - Hands-on implementation in a live-lab environment. **Course Customization Options:** - To request a customized training program for government or other specific needs, please contact us to arrange. - For more information about CKA certification, visit: https://training.linuxfoundation.org/certification/certified-kubernetes-administrator-cka

The Certified Kubernetes Application Developer (CKAD) program has been developed by The Linux Foundation and the Cloud Native Computing Foundation (CNCF), which hosts Kubernetes. This instructor-led, live training (online or onsite) is designed for Developers who wish to validate their skills in designing, building, configuring, and exposing cloud native applications for government use on Kubernetes. The training also emphasizes gaining practical experience in Kubernetes application development. We recommend participating in this course even if you do not plan to take the CKAD exam. NobleProg has been delivering Docker & Kubernetes training since 2015. With over 360 successfully completed training projects, we have become one of the best-known training companies worldwide in the field of containerization. Since 2019, we have also been assisting our clients in confirming their proficiency in Kubernetes environments by preparing them and encouraging them to pass the CKA and CKAD exams. **Format of the Course** - Interactive lecture and discussion. - Numerous exercises and practice sessions. - Hands-on implementation in a live-lab environment. **Course Customization Options** - To request a customized training for this course, please contact us to arrange. - For more information about CKAD, visit: https://training.linuxfoundation.org/certification/certified-kubernetes-application-developer-ckad/

Jitsi Meet provides a fully encrypted, open-source video conferencing platform that enables agencies to self-host communications infrastructure on private servers. This solution supports high-definition video, screen sharing, collaborative editing, and live streaming without requiring user accounts or exposing sensitive meeting data to external entities. Designed for federal environments, this instructor-led training program—available in online or onsite formats—targets intermediate DevOps engineers and system administrators seeking to replace commercial tools such as Zoom, Microsoft Teams, and Google Meet with a sovereign, secure alternative. Upon completion of this curriculum, participants will be equipped to: - Deploy and configure Jitsi Meet using Docker containers or Debian packages. - Optimize the performance of Prosody, Jicofo, and Jitsi Videobridge components. - Establish TURN servers to facilitate NAT traversal and ensure firewall compliance. - Enforce security protocols through password protection, lobby rooms, and end-to-end encryption. - Integrate the platform with existing LDAP directories, single sign-on (SSO) systems, and calendar applications. **Course Structure** - Facilitated lectures and interactive discussions. - Comprehensive practical exercises. - Hands-on implementation within a live laboratory environment. **Customization Options** Agencies requiring tailored training objectives for this program should contact the provider to arrange customized scheduling and content alignment for government needs.

The Matrix protocol provides a secure, decentralized framework for real-time interoperable communications. Federal and public sector entities are increasingly deploying the Element client as a viable substitute for commercial collaboration platforms such as Slack or Microsoft Teams. This adoption strategy supports critical governance requirements, including sustained end-to-end encryption, strict adherence to on-premises data residency controls, and the ability to federate securely with external trusted partners. These capabilities are essential for organizations seeking robust, sovereign communication solutions designed specifically for government operations.

The Nessus vulnerability scanner is a highly versatile platform designed for detecting and managing vulnerabilities. It extends beyond mere vulnerability detection to include baseline auditing, where system configurations are compared against best hardening standards. In this instructor-led course, we will introduce the components of the solution and explore its various functionalities. Each module within the application will be explained, along with its specific use case. By the end of the course, participants will be able to conduct both authenticated and unauthenticated vulnerability scans on nearly all IP-based systems and analyze scan results to eliminate false positives. Participants will also learn how to prioritize findings based on risk and recommend appropriate compensating controls. This course will assist participants in assessing the security posture of their systems using Nessus and determining the best course of action for remediation. **Audience:** - Infrastructure managers - System administrators - System auditors - System compliance officers - Vulnerability managers - Cybersecurity managers **Format:** Part lecture, part discussion, and hands-on practice. This format is tailored to ensure effective learning and practical application of the skills for government use.

This instructor-led instructional session, delivered online or onsite at US, is designed for network and system administrators seeking to establish enterprise-level visibility through open-source platforms, thereby eliminating reliance on proprietary vendor solutions. Upon completion, attendees will demonstrate proficiency in deploying LibreNMS and Zabbix, monitoring network infrastructure, configuring dashboards and alerting protocols, implementing distributed oversight architectures, and integrating with external systems, ensuring robust operational management capabilities for government entities.

This instructor-led, live training in US (online or onsite) is designed for government participants to learn how to utilize ONAP for automating networking services.

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

• Comprehend, install, and configure the various components within the ONAP ecosystem for government use.
• Execute real-time, policy-driven orchestration and automation of physical and virtual network functions.
• Design, create, orchestrate, and monitor VNFs, SDNs, and other network services in a government context.
• Efficiently manage the entire networking lifecycle using a software-driven approach tailored for government operations.
• Develop, deploy, and scale networks using the latest open source technologies and practices, ensuring alignment with public sector workflows and governance.

OpenUEM is an open-source endpoint management platform designed to enable advanced automation, endpoint hardening, and compliance reporting, enhancing the security and efficiency of operations for government agencies. This instructor-led, live training (available online or onsite) is tailored for advanced-level IT and security professionals who aim to leverage OpenUEM for automation, security hardening, compliance management, and integration with enterprise monitoring tools. By the end of this training, participants will be able to: - Automate endpoint management tasks such as software deployment, updates, and reporting. - Apply robust security policies to ensure endpoint compliance. - Integrate OpenUEM with existing enterprise security and monitoring systems for enhanced visibility. - Generate detailed compliance reports and enforce regulatory or organizational standards. **Format of the Course** - Interactive lectures and discussions. - Hands-on exercises and practical scenarios. - Implementation in a lab environment using real endpoints. **Course Customization Options** - To request a customized training program for government, please contact us to arrange.

OpenUEM is an open-source unified endpoint management platform designed to enable organizations to deploy, configure, and maintain endpoint devices efficiently. This instructor-led, live training (available online or on-site) is aimed at beginner-level IT professionals who wish to gain foundational skills in managing endpoints using OpenUEM. The training covers installation, configuration, and basic device management techniques. By the end of this training, participants will be able to: - Install and configure the OpenUEM server and agents across multiple endpoint platforms. - Enroll, organize, and manage endpoints efficiently within the OpenUEM console. - Deploy software, patches, and updates to managed devices. - Monitor device health, generate reports, and perform basic troubleshooting tasks. **Format of the Course** - Interactive lecture and discussion - Hands-on exercises and practice scenarios - Implementation in a lab environment with real endpoints **Course Customization Options for Government** To request a customized training for this course tailored to specific needs, please contact us to arrange.

OpenUEM is an open-source endpoint management platform designed to enable organizations to efficiently deploy agents, maintain accurate device inventories, and enforce endpoint policies. This instructor-led, live training (online or onsite) is targeted at intermediate-level IT professionals who wish to acquire practical skills in deploying agents, managing inventories, and implementing policies across endpoint devices using OpenUEM for government. By the end of this training, participants will be able to: - Efficiently deploy OpenUEM agents across multiple endpoint platforms. - Maintain and manage accurate asset inventories for all managed devices. - Create, assign, and enforce policies to ensure compliance and security. - Effectively distribute software, updates, and patches to endpoints. **Format of the Course** - Interactive lecture and discussion. - Hands-on exercises and practice scenarios. - Implementation in a lab environment with real endpoints. **Course Customization Options** - To request a customized training for this course, please contact us to arrange.

The course provides comprehensive training on OpenStack networking. It begins with an introduction to OpenStack and its architecture, followed by a detailed overview of core OpenStack projects such as the Identity service (Keystone), Image service (Glance), Compute service (Nova), and Block storage (Cinder). This foundational knowledge sets the stage for an in-depth exploration of the Networking project (Neutron) within OpenStack. The course delves into virtual network infrastructure, with a focus on the Open Virtual Network project, Open vSwitch, and OpenFlow. Participants will gain a thorough understanding of basic operations and architecture in OpenStack, as well as familiarity with various networking technologies, including OVN and its underlying flows, resources, and tools. **Customization Options** The training can be tailored to fit specific needs, such as a 2-day session focusing on core aspects relevant for government. The course can also be extended to cover additional topics, including administrative tasks, design considerations, networking challenges, and troubleshooting techniques related to OpenStack deployments. Other underlying SDN solutions, such as Linux Bridge or OvS, can be included upon request.

The "Computer Network Security - How to Secure Your Services" training presents mechanisms and services securing modern network solutions. It covers the basics of ensuring data confidentiality and integrity, the use of encryption, certificates, public key infrastructure (PKI), and secure password storage. The course also covers network security protocols and services, security systems, protecting wireless networks, connecting corporate branches, and testing security through penetration testing, network scanning and vulnerability detection.

Synapse serves as the reference homeserver implementation for the Matrix protocol, facilitating decentralized, end-to-end encrypted communication. This instructor-led training session, available via online or onsite formats, is designed for intermediate DevOps engineers and system administrators seeking to transition from proprietary cloud-based chat services to a self-hosted, federated messaging infrastructure utilizing Synapse and Element. The curriculum is developed specifically for government personnel and agencies requiring robust, sovereign communications solutions.

Uptime Kuma provides a user-friendly, self-managed solution for monitoring the availability of web applications, network services, and underlying infrastructure. This capability allows organizations to discontinue reliance on third-party commercial platforms such as Pingdom, Datadog Synthetics, and UptimeRobot, thereby ensuring that operational metrics remain under direct administrative control. Designed for novice to mid-level Site Reliability Engineers (SREs) and DevOps specialists, this instructor-led training course—delivered via online or onsite formats—equips participants with the expertise necessary to transition from cloud-based monitoring solutions to a self-hosted sovereign status tracking environment for government agencies and other public sector entities requiring secure **for government** compliance and data sovereignty.

OpenVPN and WireGuard represent the primary open-source virtual private network (VPN) protocols utilized in federal operations. Maintaining an internal VPN infrastructure eliminates reliance on third-party commercial providers, thereby preventing the unauthorized logging of traffic metadata, the injection of advertisements, or compliance with extraterritorial data requests. This instructional module provides comprehensive coverage of both protocols, addressing diverse threat modeling scenarios and performance specifications for government applications.