Ansible with Linux and Windows Administration (Red Hat) Beginner
This course teaches system administrators and DevOps engineers how to automate Windows and Linux server management using Ansible, solving the challenge of maintaining consistency across hybrid environments. With 80% of enterprises using multi-OS infrastructures (IDC, 2023), professionals gain skills to eliminate manual errors, enforce configuration standards, and reduce deployment time through automation.
Prepares for the Red Hat Certified Specialist in Microsoft Windows Automation with Ansible (EX417) exam. Koenig provides 30-day lab access for hands-on practice, enabling learners to master real-world automation scenarios and advance into roles like automation engineer or cloud operations lead with 25% higher salary potential.
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Course Overview
The Ansible with Linux and Windows Administration course by Open Source is designed to equip IT professionals with the skills to automate system administration tasks across heterogeneous environments using Ansible, a leading open-source automation platform. This training prepares candidates for the Red Hat Certified Specialist in Microsoft Windows Automation with Ansible Exam (EX417), a key credential for system administrators, DevOps engineers, and infrastructure engineers working in mixed OS environments. With 83% of current Ansible-related job openings offering remote work and demand growing across sectors, mastering cross-platform automation has become essential. The course is ideal for professionals seeking to streamline operations, reduce configuration drift, and eliminate manual errors in enterprise IT environments that include both Linux and Windows systems.
Participants will gain hands-on experience with core tools including Red Hat Ansible Automation Platform, Microsoft Windows Server, Ansible Content Collections, Git for version control, Visual Studio Code, and automation controller. The lab environment simulates real enterprise scenarios where students configure Windows hosts for Ansible management via WinRM, write and execute playbooks to automate software deployment, user management, and patching, and integrate Git-based workflows for collaborative automation. A key project involves building a complete automation pipeline that provisions and configures a hybrid environment, managing local and domain users, installing software via Chocolatey and MSI packages, and scheduling tasks—all while leveraging variables, loops, conditionals, and error handling to create robust, reusable playbooks.
By completing the Ansible with Linux and Windows Administration training, candidates are fully prepared for the Red Hat Certified Specialist in Microsoft Windows Automation with Ansible (EX417) certification, which is recognized globally and contributes toward the prestigious Red Hat Certified Architect (RHCA) designation. Certified professionals command a median salary of $167,250, with top earners exceeding $187,000, reflecting the high demand for automation expertise. Koenig Solutions enhances this learning journey with Guaranteed-to-Run batches, official courseware, and access to expert instructors for 1-on-1 mentoring, ensuring mastery of both exam objectives and real-world implementation. Graduates emerge ready to lead automation initiatives in complex, multi-platform data centers and advance into senior DevOps, cloud infrastructure, or site reliability roles.
What You'll Learn
Prerequisites
- Fundamental knowledge of Windows Server administration, including user management, services, and group policies, is essential for mastering Ansible with Linux and Windows Administration by Open Source.
- Understanding Windows networking basics such as firewalls, ports, and remote access helps automate Windows environments effectively with Ansible.
- Experience with Active Directory and domain management concepts ensures you can streamline Windows infrastructure deployment using Ansible.
- Proficiency in PowerShell commands and scripting enables automation of Windows tasks and enhances your Ansible automation skills.
- A solid grasp of TCP/IP, DNS, and DHCP protocols in both Windows and Linux environments is crucial for effective network automation with Ansible.
- Basic Linux system administration and command-line skills are necessary to integrate Linux and Windows management using Ansible with Linux and Windows Administration by Open Source.
Certification Exam
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What's Included in Your Training
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Official Courseware
Hands-On Lab Environment (30 days)
Exam Preparation Materials
Practice Test Questions (200+)
Certificate of Completion
Post-Training Support (30 days)
Session Recording Access
Free Rescheduling (7+ days notice)
Hands-On Lab
Live Lab Sandbox
Real EnvironmentPractice in a real lab environment with full access to the tools and services covered in the course.
30+ Guided Labs
30+Step-by-step lab exercises designed to reinforce each module with practical, hands-on tasks.
Lab Manual Included
Full GuideComprehensive lab guide with detailed instructions, screenshots, and troubleshooting tips.
Post-Training Access
30 Days30 days of extended lab access after your training ends so you can continue practicing.
Career Outcomes
of Ansible with Linux and Windows Administration (Red Hat) certified professionals report career advancement within 6 months
Salary Impact
Average salary increase reported after obtaining the Ansible with Linux and Windows Administration (Red Hat) certification
*Source: Glassdoor / LinkedIn 2025
Job Roles
- Ansible Automation Engineer
- DevOps Engineer
- Linux System Administrator
- Windows System Administrator
- Infrastructure Automation Specialist
- Configuration Management Engineer
Companies Hiring
and 5,000+ organizations worldwide seeking Ansible with Linux and Windows Administration (Red Hat) certified professionals
Meet Your Instructor
Highly motivated corporate trainer with 5+ years of experience in delivering training in Linux for Red Hat and other vendors like SUSE, LPI, and LF across diverse industries. Proven success in leveraging educational theories and methodologies to design, develop, and deliver successful training and integrate instructional technologies. Adapt at organizing and facilitating management in Team Building, Imparting Technical Training, Consulting, and Management.
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