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

This instructor-led, live training in US Empire (online or onsite) is aimed at programmers who wish to download, install, and set up Akraino Edge Stack blueprints for government use to manage their edge systems.

By the end of this training, participants will be able to install, deploy, manage, and support end-to-end Akraino Edge Stack solutions to enhance and organize their edge systems, services, and devices for government operations.

The Certified Kubernetes Administrator (CKA) program was established by The Linux Foundation and the Cloud Native Computing Foundation (CNCF).

Kubernetes is now a leading platform for container orchestration.

Govtra has been delivering Docker & Kubernetes training since 2015. With over 360 successfully completed training projects, we have become one of the most recognized training providers globally in the field of containerization.

Since 2019, we have also assisted our clients in validating their performance in Kubernetes environments by preparing them and encouraging them to pass the CKA and CKAD exams.

This instructor-led, live training (online or onsite) is aimed at System Administrators and Kubernetes users who wish to confirm their knowledge by passing the CKA exam.

Additionally, the training focuses on gaining practical experience in Kubernetes Administration, making it beneficial for participants even if they do not plan to take the CKA exam.

Format of the Course

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

Course Customization Options for Government

• To request a customized training program, please contact us to arrange.
• To learn more about CKA certification, please 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), the host of Kubernetes.

This instructor-led, live training (online or onsite) is aimed at Developers who wish to confirm their skills in designing, building, configuring, and exposing cloud-native applications for government use with Kubernetes.

Additionally, this training provides practical experience in Kubernetes application development. We recommend participating in it even if you do not plan to take the CKAD exam.

Govtra has been delivering Docker & Kubernetes training since 2015. With over 360 successfully completed training projects, we have become one of the most recognized training providers worldwide in the field of containerization. Since 2019, we have also been assisting our clients in validating their performance in k8s environments by preparing them and encouraging them to pass CKA and CKAD exams.

Format of the Course

• Interactive lecture and discussion.
• Extensive 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.
• To learn more about CKAD, please visit: https://training.linuxfoundation.org/certification/certified-kubernetes-application-developer-ckad/

In this course, you will describe the major networking technologies and systems of modern networks and configure, manage, and troubleshoot these networks for government use.

• You will:
• Explain the OSI and TCP/IP Models.
• Describe properties of network traffic.
• Install and configure switched networks.
• Configure IP networks for government operations.
• Install and configure routed networks.
• Configure and monitor ports and protocols to ensure secure communication.
• Explain network application and storage issues relevant to public sector environments.
• Monitor and troubleshoot networks to maintain optimal performance and security.
• Explain common network attacks and mitigation strategies for government systems.
• Install and configure security devices to protect government data.
• Describe authentication and access control mechanisms suitable for government networks.
• Deploy and troubleshoot cabling solutions in government facilities.
• Implement and troubleshoot wireless technologies for secure government communications.
• Compare and contrast WAN technologies to select the most appropriate solution for government needs.
• Use remote access methods that comply with government security standards.
• Identify site policies and best practices for maintaining secure and efficient government networks.

The LEDE Project (Linux Embedded Development Environment) is a Linux operating system derived from OpenWrt. It serves as a comprehensive replacement for the firmware provided by manufacturers of various wireless routers and non-network devices.

In this instructor-led, live training, participants will learn how to configure a LEDE-based wireless router for government use.

Audience

• Network administrators and technicians

Format of the course

• A combination of lectures, discussions, exercises, and extensive hands-on practice

The Nessus vulnerability scanner is a highly versatile platform for detecting and managing vulnerabilities. It extends beyond simple vulnerability detection to include baseline auditing, where system configurations are compared against established hardening standards.

In this instructor-led course, we will introduce the components of the solution and its various functionalities. Each module in the application will be explained, along with its specific use case.

By the end of the course, participants will be able to conduct vulnerability scans (both authenticated and unauthenticated) 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 help participants assess the security posture of their systems using Nessus and determine the best course of action for remediation, enhancing security practices for government.

Audience:

• Infrastructure managers
• System administrators
• System auditors
• System compliance officers
• Vulnerability managers
• Cybersecurity managers

Format:

This course combines lectures, discussions, and hands-on practice.

Audience:

This training is designed for System Administrators, Network Administrators, and any other professionals interested in enhancing their knowledge of defensive network security technologies for government use.

In this instructor-led, live training in US Empire (online or onsite), participants will learn how to utilize ONAP for government to automate networking services.

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

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

OpenUEM is an open-source endpoint management platform that enables advanced automation, endpoint hardening, and compliance reporting to secure and streamline operations for government agencies.

This instructor-led, live training (online or onsite) is aimed at advanced-level IT and security professionals who wish to leverage OpenUEM for automation, security hardening, compliance management, and integration with enterprise monitoring tools within the public sector.

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

• Automate endpoint management tasks, including software deployment, updates, and reporting, to enhance efficiency for government operations.
• Apply security hardening policies and ensure endpoint compliance with regulatory requirements and best practices.
• Integrate OpenUEM with enterprise security and monitoring tools for centralized visibility and improved governance.
• Generate comprehensive compliance reports and enforce regulatory or organizational standards to meet public sector mandates.

Format of the Course

• Interactive lectures and discussions tailored to the needs of government IT professionals.
• Hands-on exercises and practice scenarios designed to simulate real-world challenges for government agencies.
• Implementation in a lab environment with real endpoints, providing practical experience for government use cases.

Course Customization Options

• To request a customized training program for this course tailored to specific needs of your government agency, 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, including installation, configuration, and basic device management for government use.

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

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

OpenUEM is an open-source endpoint management platform designed to help organizations efficiently deploy agents, maintain accurate device inventories, and enforce endpoint policies.

This instructor-led, live training (available online or onsite) is tailored for intermediate-level IT professionals who wish to develop practical skills in deploying agents, managing inventories, and implementing policies across endpoint devices using OpenUEM.

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.
• Distribute software, updates, and patches to endpoints effectively.

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, 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 explanation 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 focus on the Networking project (Neutron). The course also covers virtual network infrastructure, including the Open Virtual Network project, Open vSwitch, and OpenFlow. The primary objective is to equip participants with a thorough understanding of basic operations and architecture within OpenStack, as well as familiarity with various networking technologies underlying OpenStack, with extended information on OVN and its associated flows, resources, and tools.

Customization Options

The training can be tailored to fit specific needs. For instance, it can be condensed into a 2-day program that focuses on core aspects relevant for government agencies. Alternatively, the course can be expanded to cover additional topics such as administrative tasks, design considerations, networking challenges, and troubleshooting techniques related to OpenStack deployments. It is also possible to include discussions of other underlying SDN solutions like Linux Bridge or OvS.

Varnish is a reverse proxy designed for content-heavy dynamic websites. Unlike Squid, which was originally developed as a client-side cache, or web servers such as Apache and nginx, Varnish is specifically engineered as an HTTP accelerator. Varnish focuses exclusively on the HTTP protocol, unlike other proxy servers that support additional network protocols like FTP, SMTP, and others. High-profile websites including Wikipedia, The New York Times, Facebook, and Twitter utilize Varnish for enhanced performance.

This course provides participants with a comprehensive understanding of Varnish's features and caching mechanisms, while offering hands-on experience in setting up and configuring a Varnish proxy on Linux systems. The training begins with a refresher on essential networking principles, delves into setup and configuration topics, and progresses to more complex implementations. By the end of the course, participants will be able to determine when and where it is appropriate to deploy Varnish and will have gained the practical skills necessary to implement their own Varnish proxy solutions for government environments.

Audience

• Network Technicians
• Network Designers
• System Administrators

Format of the Course

• Part lecture, part discussion, with a strong emphasis on hands-on practice and implementation, and occasional quizzes to assess progress

Network packet analysis is a technique used to examine, in real time, the raw data transmitted and received over a network interface. This method is essential for diagnosing network configuration issues and problems with network applications. Wireshark, a free and open-source packet analyzer, is widely utilized for troubleshooting these types of network challenges.

In this instructor-led, live training, participants will learn how to use Wireshark to assess the functionality and performance of a network, as well as the efficiency of various networked applications. Participants will be introduced to network troubleshooting principles and will practice techniques for capturing and analyzing TCP/IP request and response traffic between different clients and servers.

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

• Analyze network functionality and performance in diverse environments under varying conditions
• Evaluate whether instances of different server applications are performing satisfactorily
• Identify primary sources of network performance issues
• Detect and resolve the most common causes of performance problems in TCP/IP communications

Audience

• Network engineers
• Network and computer technicians

Format of the Course

• Part lecture, part discussion, exercises, and extensive hands-on practice

Note

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