Network Administration Training in Boston

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 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.

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.

This instructor-led, live training in [location] (online or onsite) is designed for intermediate-level network professionals who wish to effectively manage and operate SD-WAN networks, including design, configuration, troubleshooting, and optimization. By the end of this training, participants will be able to: - Understand the fundamental concepts, benefits, and challenges associated with SD-WAN technologies. - Design an SD-WAN architecture that aligns with organizational needs and deploy SD-WAN solutions effectively. - Implement and manage security features within an SD-WAN environment. - Monitor, manage, and troubleshoot SD-WAN systems to ensure reliable network performance. This training is tailored to support the specific requirements for government agencies, ensuring compliance with public sector workflows, governance, and accountability.

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/

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.

This instructor-led, live training in Boston (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.

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 default firmware on a variety of wireless routers and non-network devices. This instructor-led, live training session will guide participants through the process of setting up a LEDE-based wireless router. **Audience** - Network administrators and technicians **Course Format** - The course combines lectures, discussions, exercises, and extensive hands-on practice to ensure a thorough understanding of the material. This training is designed to enhance skills and knowledge for government network professionals, ensuring they can effectively implement and manage LEDE-based solutions in their organizations.

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, live training in Boston (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.

Varnish is a reverse proxy designed for content-heavy dynamic websites. Unlike Squid, which originated as a client-side cache, or web servers such as Apache and nginx, Varnish was developed specifically as an HTTP accelerator. Focused solely on HTTP, Varnish does not support other network protocols like FTP or SMTP. It is utilized by prominent websites including Wikipedia, The New York Times, Facebook, and Twitter. In this course, participants will gain a comprehensive understanding of Varnish's features and caching mechanisms while practicing the setup and configuration of a Varnish proxy on Linux systems. The training begins with a review of essential networking principles, then delves into detailed setup and configuration topics, progressing to more complex implementations. By the end of the course, participants will be able to determine appropriate deployment scenarios for Varnish and will have the practical experience needed to implement their own Varnish proxy solutions. **Audience** - Network Technicians - Network Designers - System Administrators **Format of the Course** - A combination of lectures, discussions, extensive hands-on practice, and periodic assessments to measure progress. This format is designed to ensure that participants can effectively apply their knowledge in real-world scenarios, particularly for government and public sector environments.

Network packet analysis is a method used to monitor, in real time, the raw data transmitted and received over a network interface. This technique 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 such 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 performance of various networked applications. Participants will gain an understanding of network troubleshooting principles and 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:

• Evaluate network functionality and performance in diverse environments under various conditions
• Determine if instances of different server applications are operating within acceptable parameters
• Identify primary sources of network performance issues
• Diagnose and address 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 or other specific needs, please contact us to arrange.

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.