Cisco NSO Administration and DevOps (NSO303)
The Cisco NSO Administration and DevOps (NSO303) course equips network engineers, DevOps engineers, and system administrators with advanced skills to automate, orchestrate, and maintain Cisco NSO solutions in production environments. It solves the critical pain point of managing complex network changes at scale, with 84% of enterprises now adopting network automation to reduce downtime and configuration errors. You’ll master NSO high availability, access control, CI/CD pipelines, and Layered Service Architecture (LSA) to streamline service deployment and compliance.
This course prepares learners for the Cisco Network Services Orchestrator certification and includes Koenig’s 30-day lab access for hands-on practice. You’ll gain expertise in Git integration, NED upgrades, and service monitoring—skills demanded by 78% of networking employers—positioning you to lead automation initiatives and advance into expert-level roles.
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Course Overview
The Cisco NSO Administration and DevOps (NSO303) course by Cisco is designed for network engineers, DevOps engineers, and system administrators responsible for deploying and maintaining Cisco Network Services Orchestrator (NSO) solutions. This training equips professionals with the skills to install, configure, and manage production-ready NSO instances while applying modern DevOps practices such as continuous integration and continuous delivery (CI/CD). Participants will gain expertise in Cisco NSO architecture, access control, high availability, and scalable system management. As network automation adoption grows—with over 70% of enterprises now integrating orchestration tools like Cisco NSO into their operations—this course prepares individuals for roles requiring robust network automation and service lifecycle management.
Students engage in extensive hands-on labs using official Cisco tools including NSO CLI, Git, Docker, and the Network Connectivity Tool (NCT), all within a simulated environment powered by Cisco’s DevNet sandboxes and Cloud IDE. The lab exercises guide learners through real-world scenarios such as deploying NSO in Docker containers, migrating devices from Continuous Diagnostics and Mitigation (CDM), building NETCONF Network Element Drivers (NEDs), and implementing Layered Service Architecture (LSA). A key project includes configuring high availability and creating compliance reports, allowing students to build, test, and troubleshoot full-service deployments. These practical experiences ensure mastery of version control systems, change management, and service monitoring within a secure, production-like NSO environment.
While there is no direct certification exam tied to NSO303, the course prepares professionals for expert-level networking roles and contributes 32 Continuing Education (CE) credits toward Cisco recertification. Graduates are positioned for career advancement in automation-centric roles, where DevOps-integrated network engineers command median salaries exceeding $120,000 annually. Koenig Solutions enhances this learning path with Guaranteed-to-Run scheduling, official Cisco courseware, and instructor-led training that emphasizes real-world application. Completing the Cisco NSO Administration and DevOps (NSO303) course empowers IT professionals to lead automation initiatives and drive digital transformation in enterprise network environments.
What You'll Learn
Skills You'll Gain
Prerequisites
- Experience with NETCONF/RESTCONF protocols and the Cisco NSO Command-Line Interface (CLI)
- Knowledge of Linux shell scripting and UNIX-like operating systems
- Understanding of YANG modeling (RFC 6020/6087) as applied to network service orchestration
- Basic Python programming skills relevant to network automation development
- Foundational knowledge of SDN (Software Defined Networking) and network automation concepts
Certification Exam
Everything you need to know about the NSO303 certification exam
Course Curriculum
Structured learning with hands-on labs and real-world scenarios
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Day 1– Cisco NSO Architecture and Setup
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Day 2– DevOps Integration and Version Control
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Day 3– LSA, NED Development, and Containerization
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Day 4– Service and Device Lifecycle Management
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Day 5– Monitoring, Compliance, and Advanced Administration
What's Included in Your Training
Every enrollment comes packed with resources to maximise your learning and exam success
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 NSO303 certified professionals report career advancement within 6 months
Salary Impact
Average salary increase reported after obtaining the NSO303 certification
*Source: Glassdoor / LinkedIn 2025
Job Roles
- Network Automation Engineer
- NSO Administrator
- Network Orchestration Engineer
- DevOps Engineer - Network
- Service Orchestration Specialist
- Cisco NSO Consultant
Companies Hiring
and 5,000+ organizations worldwide seeking NSO303 certified professionals
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