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Red Hat OpenStack Administration I: Core Operations for Domain Operators (CL110) Intermediate

Red Hat OpenStack Administration I: Core Operations for Domain Operators (CL110) equips cloud engineers and domain operators with skills to manage secure, scalable private clouds using Red Hat OpenStack Platform. Designed for professionals managing multitenant environments, it addresses the critical need for secure resource provisioning and Day 2 operations, with OpenStack cited in over 18,000 global job postings. You’ll gain hands-on experience in project isolation, networking, storage, and instance customization to meet enterprise cloud demands.

This course prepares learners for the Red Hat Certified Specialist in OpenStack exam, enhancing career pathways in cloud infrastructure. Koenig Solutions offers official vendor-authorized courseware and 30-day lab access, ensuring mastery of real-world deployment and troubleshooting. Graduates gain the expertise to support hybrid cloud scalability and automation in enterprise IT environments.

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Course Overview

Red Hat OpenStack Administration I: Core Operations for Domain Operators (CL110) by Red Hat is designed for cloud users, domain operators, and cloud personnel responsible for deploying and maintaining applications on private or hybrid OpenStack clouds. This course prepares learners for the Red Hat Certified Specialist in Cloud Infrastructure exam (EX210), a key credential for professionals managing enterprise cloud environments. Targeted at roles such as Cloud Support Engineers, OpenStack Administrators, and Domain Operators, the training addresses a growing industry demand—over 40% of Fortune 500 companies now operate private OpenStack clouds, underscoring the need for skilled domain operators who can manage multitenant environments, secure project resources, and deploy scalable cloud applications efficiently.

The course delivers hands-on experience with core OpenStack services including Nova, Neutron, Cinder, Swift, and Keystone, using both the Horizon dashboard and command-line interfaces. Students work within a dedicated lab environment built on Red Hat OpenStack Platform 16.1, where they configure virtual networks, launch instances with public and private access, and manage block, object, and shared storage. A key lab project involves automating the deployment of a multi-tier application stack using Heat templates and cloud-init customization, simulating real-world scenarios such as secure, scalable web application rollouts. This practical approach ensures participants gain proficiency in managing domains, projects, users, roles, quotas, and security group rules essential for production cloud operations.

By completing Red Hat OpenStack Administration I: Core Operations for Domain Operators (CL110), participants are well-prepared to pursue the RHCSA in Red Hat OpenStack certification (EX210), a recognized credential that validates expertise in cloud infrastructure management. Certified professionals report an average salary increase of 20-25%, with OpenStack administrators earning median salaries exceeding $95,000 in North America. Koenig Solutions enhances this path with Guaranteed-to-Run scheduling and official Red Hat courseware, ensuring uninterrupted access to training. Graduates gain the skills to design, deploy, and manage secure, scalable cloud environments—positioning them for advancement into senior cloud operations and architecture roles.

What You'll Learn

Manage projects, users, and roles efficiently in Red Hat OpenStack Platform through Red Hat OpenStack Administration I: Core Operations for Domain Operators (CL110)
Configure Red Hat OpenStack networking for private and public instances to optimize connectivity and security
Deploy instances with cloud-init customization on Red Hat OpenStack to automate setup and improve deployment speed
Manage block and object storage in Red Hat OpenStack Platform to ensure reliable data handling and scalability
Launch scalable application stacks using Orchestration templates to streamline complex deployments
Secure instance access with key pairs and security groups to protect your cloud environment effectively

Prerequisites

Recommended knowledge before taking this course
  • Become a Red Hat Certified System Administrator (RHCSA) or demonstrate equivalent experience in Linux system management
  • Execute essential Linux shell commands and navigate the file system efficiently
  • Understand core TCP/IP networking concepts, including IP addressing and routing, vital for cloud infrastructure
  • Manage users, groups, and file permissions on Linux systems to ensure security and proper access control
  • Use sudo to delegate administrative privileges securely and manage user access effectively
  • Access and interpret system logs and man pages for troubleshooting and maintaining system health
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Certification Exam

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Exam Details
Exam Name
CL110
Exam Cost
$500
Format
Multiple choice, labs & case studies
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Passing Score
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Retake Policy
Candidates failing the first attempt receive one complimentary retake. You must schedule this session using the standard Red Hat exam booking process to maintain your certification path.
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Course Curriculum

Structured learning with hands-on labs and real-world scenarios

1
Day 1– Red Hat OpenStack Administration I: Core Operations for Domain Operators (CL110) Basics
Define Red Hat OpenStack user roles Deploy virtual machine instances Map core OpenStack cloud components Analyze Red Hat OpenStack architecture Access the OpenStack dashboard UI Execute Red Hat CLI commands Navigate essential OpenStack cloud services Run standard system health checks
2
Day 2– Managing Projects and Identity in Red Hat OpenStack Administration I (CL110)
Provision and manage cloud domains Control project resource quotas Configure user accounts and roles Assign granular role-based access Deploy secure multi-tenancy environments Validate tenant resource isolation Enforce domain-level security policies Resolve identity management errors
3
Day 3– Red Hat OpenStack Administration I (CL110) Networking Operations
Configure virtual networks and subnets Manage routers and network interfaces Provision public floating IP addresses Implement software-defined networking logic Verify end-to-end network connectivity Diagnose complex network traffic issues Isolate secure tenant network segments Audit virtual security group rules
4
Day 4– Configuring Instance Resources for Red Hat OpenStack Administration I (CL110)
Allocate vCPU and RAM resources Configure optimized system disk images Launch secure private cloud instances Utilize persistent block storage volumes Attach elastic volumes to instances Manage custom instance hardware flavors Automate instance boot workflows Validate instance-level security posture
5
Day 5– Advanced Red Hat OpenStack Administration I (CL110) Storage and Scaling
Configure scalable object storage Manage distributed shared file systems Launch public-facing cloud instances Enforce strict access security rules Automate instances using cloud-init Deploy scalable load-balanced applications Orchestrate stacks via Heat templates Troubleshoot automated stack deployment

What's Included in Your Training

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Hands-On Lab

Live Lab Sandbox

Real Environment

Practice in a real lab environment with full access to the tools and services covered in the course.

30+ Guided Labs

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Step-by-step lab exercises designed to reinforce each module with practical, hands-on tasks.

Lab Manual Included

Full Guide

Comprehensive lab guide with detailed instructions, screenshots, and troubleshooting tips.

Post-Training Access

30 Days

30 days of extended lab access after your training ends so you can continue practicing.

Career Outcomes

75%

of CL110 certified professionals report career advancement within 6 months

Salary Impact

+16%

Average salary increase reported after obtaining the CL110 certification

Typical Salary Range (Global)
Entry$90,000–$115,000
Mid$115,000–$145,000
Senior$145,000–$180,000

*Source: Glassdoor / LinkedIn 2025

Job Roles

6
  • OpenStack Administrator
  • Cloud Support Engineer
  • Junior Cloud Engineer
  • Cloud Operations Associate
  • System Administrator
  • Cloud Consultant (Entry-Level)

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