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Red Hat OpenStack Administration II Advanced

Red Hat OpenStack Administration II equips cloud operators, service administrators, and automation engineers with advanced skills to manage, monitor, and troubleshoot Red Hat OpenStack Platform environments, solving the critical need for reliable hybrid cloud operations. With over 100,000 IT professionals holding Red Hat certifications, demand for proven OpenStack expertise continues to grow across enterprise data centers.

This course prepares learners for the Red Hat Certified Specialist in Cloud Infrastructure (EX210) exam, a key step toward RHCA certification. Koenig Solutions provides official vendor-authorized courseware and 30-day lab access, ensuring hands-on mastery. Graduates gain the proven ability to deploy, configure, and maintain OpenStack infrastructure, positioning them for roles in cloud operations and DevOps.

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Course Overview

Red Hat OpenStack Administration II: Day 2 Operations for Cloud Operators (CL210) is designed for cloud operators, service administrators, and automation engineers who manage hybrid and private cloud environments using Red Hat OpenStack Platform. This course prepares candidates for the Red Hat Certified Specialist in Cloud Infrastructure exam (EX210), a performance-based evaluation validating real-world skills in configuring and managing private clouds. Target roles include Cloud Operations Engineer, Infrastructure Architect, and OpenStack Administrator. With 83% of Fortune 100 companies adopting OpenStack for private cloud infrastructure, demand for certified professionals continues to grow across enterprise IT and telecom sectors.

The course delivers hands-on experience with core Red Hat technologies, including Open Virtual Networking (OVN), Pacemaker for high availability, Red Hat Ceph Storage, and Ansible Automation for scalable deployments. Using the OpenStack Client command-line interface, students configure and troubleshoot containerized overcloud services, manage identity integration with external Red Hat IdM, and monitor system metrics using the Service Telemetry Framework. Labs are conducted in a dedicated virtual environment based on Red Hat OpenStack Platform 16.1 and Red Hat Enterprise Linux 8.2, where learners complete real-world scenarios such as deploying a load-balanced application stack and implementing hyperconverged compute nodes for optimized performance.

By preparing for the Red Hat Certified Specialist in Cloud Infrastructure certification, this course enhances career credibility with recognition across global IT industries. Certified professionals report average salaries between ₹12–25 LPA in India and $95,000–$130,000 in North America, depending on experience and role. Koenig Solutions supports this learning path with Guaranteed-to-Run classes, official Red Hat courseware, and 1-on-1 mentoring to ensure mastery. Graduates gain the expertise to advance into senior cloud roles, including Cloud Architect or DevOps Engineer, and contribute to enterprise digital transformation initiatives.

What You'll Learn

Manage Red Hat OpenStack Platform control plane services to ensure high availability and optimal performance in your cloud environment.
Configure Open Virtual Networking (OVN) for cloud deployments to enhance network automation and scalability.
Manage a dedicated Ceph storage cluster within Red Hat OpenStack Platform to support reliable, scalable storage solutions.
Automate application deployment using Red Hat Ansible to accelerate delivery and reduce manual errors.
Implement the Service Telemetry Framework in Red Hat OpenStack to gain real-time insights and improve service reliability.
Troubleshoot Red Hat OpenStack Platform core services to minimize downtime and maintain seamless cloud operations.

Prerequisites

Recommended knowledge before taking this course
  • [
  • "Red Hat OpenStack Administration II certification or equivalent Red Hat Enterprise Linux system administration experience is recommended as a prerequisite.",
  • "Experience managing Linux systems via command line, including user, process, and service management, is essential for mastering Red Hat OpenStack Administration II.",
  • "Familiarity with core networking concepts such as TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, and firewall configuration with firewalld is important for effective OpenStack deployment.",
  • "Working knowledge of storage management, including logical volume management (LVM) and file system setup, supports successful OpenStack environment setup.",
  • "Understanding virtualization fundamentals and hands-on experience with KVM and libvirt are crucial for managing OpenStack cloud infrastructure.",
  • "Basic proficiency with security practices like SELinux, SSH, and access control mechanisms ensures a secure OpenStack environment."
  • ]
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Certification Exam

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Red Hat OpenStack Administration II
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Candidates receive one complimentary retake if unsuccessful on the first attempt. Additional attempts require payment and must adhere to official Red Hat Training Policies.
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Course Curriculum

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

1
Day 1– Master Red Hat OpenStack Administration II Architecture
Analyze undercloud and overcloud infrastructure Map core Red Hat OpenStack service components Differentiate control and data plane functions Examine containerized overcloud service deployment Utilize OpenStack CLI and Horizon dashboard Validate undercloud deployment health status Audit service endpoints and REST APIs Evaluate high availability architecture patterns
2
Day 2– Secure Control Plane Operations with Red Hat
Administer Red Hat OpenStack control services Implement Pacemaker for high availability clusters Harden service component configuration files Safeguard critical service API endpoints Configure Keystone domain identity management Assign granular project and role scopes Sync external Red Hat IdM identity stores Enforce enterprise-grade security policies
3
Day 3– Optimize Red Hat OpenStack Storage Resources
Build custom images via diskimage-builder Manage instance flavors and metadata services Automate cloud-init instance customization tasks Deploy scalable Glance image repositories Provision block storage using Cinder services Configure Swift object storage environments Integrate Red Hat Ceph Storage backends Resolve complex storage connectivity issues
4
Day 4– Scale Networking and Compute with Red Hat
Provision and manage virtual network segments Debug Open Virtual Networking (OVN) traffic Monitor network throughput and performance Configure robust security group firewall rules Execute seamless instance live migrations Perform emergency compute node evacuations Manage compute node operational states Tune hyperconverged infrastructure performance
5
Day 5– Automate and Troubleshoot Red Hat OpenStack
Deploy Red Hat OpenStack monitoring frameworks Collect and analyze operational metric data Automate deployments with Heat templates Scale application stacks on demand Diagnose common Red Hat OpenStack faults Utilize advanced log troubleshooting tools Execute verified system recovery procedures Complete final lab validation exercises

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Career Outcomes

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of Red Hat OpenStack Administration II certified professionals report career advancement within 6 months

Salary Impact

+23%

Average salary increase reported after obtaining the Red Hat OpenStack Administration II 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
  • Red Hat OpenStack Administrator
  • Red Hat OpenStack Engineer
  • Cloud Infrastructure Engineer
  • Private Cloud Administrator
  • Infrastructure Operations Engineer
  • Systems Administrator

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Frequently Asked Questions

Everything you need to know about the Red Hat OpenStack Administration II training course

Is the certification exam included in Red Hat OpenStack Administration II, and what is the exam fee if separate?
The Red Hat Certified System Administrator in Red Hat OpenStack exam (EX210) is not included with the Red Hat OpenStack Administration II course. The standard exam fee is $500 USD. Candidates must register separately through Red Hat Certification Central for this performance-based assessment.
What delivery modes does Koenig offer for Red Hat OpenStack Administration II, including scheduling guarantees?
Koenig Solutions delivers Red Hat OpenStack Administration II via live online 1-on-1, classroom, and self-paced formats. All scheduled classes feature Guaranteed-to-Run (GTR) scheduling to ensure sessions proceed as planned, regardless of enrollment numbers, providing you with reliable training timelines.
How long is lab access provided for Red Hat OpenStack Administration II, and what environment is used?
Lab access for Red Hat OpenStack Administration II is provided throughout the course duration within Red Hat's official hosted cloud environment. Students perform real day-2 operations on production-like OpenStack Platform clusters during instructor-led sessions to build practical expertise.
What is Koenig's rescheduling and cancellation policy for Red Hat OpenStack Administration II?
Koenig allows free rescheduling or cancellation up to 14 days before the start date for Red Hat OpenStack Administration II. Later changes incur a 50% fee, aligning with their standard training policies for all official Red Hat courses.
What is the exam format, question types, passing score, and time limit for the Red Hat OpenStack certification?
The EX210 exam for Red Hat OpenStack Administration II is a single 4-hour performance-based assessment. Candidates complete hands-on tasks on a live OpenStack environment with no multiple-choice questions. Red Hat does not publish a specific numerical passing score.
How long is the Red Hat OpenStack certification valid, and what is the renewal process and cost?
Red Hat OpenStack certifications remain valid for three years. Renewal requires passing the current exam version or earning continuing education credits through the Red Hat Learning Subscription at standard rates to maintain your expert status.
What post-training support does Koenig provide after completing Red Hat OpenStack Administration II?
Koenig offers 30-day post-course mentor email access, access to alumni community forums, and discounted retake options for Red Hat OpenStack Administration II attendees seeking additional guidance to master complex cloud infrastructure tasks.
What prerequisites or experience are needed for Red Hat OpenStack Administration II?
Red Hat recommends prior completion of Red Hat OpenStack Administration I (CL110) or equivalent hands-on experience managing OpenStack domains, users, and basic deployments before enrolling in the Red Hat OpenStack Administration II course.
How does Red Hat OpenStack Administration II compare to self-study for certification preparation?
Red Hat OpenStack Administration II provides structured labs, expert troubleshooting guidance, and exam-aligned scenarios unavailable in self-study. Most candidates achieve higher first-attempt success rates with instructor-led training versus independent learning for this certification.
What career impact and salary range follow Red Hat OpenStack Administration II certification?
Certified Red Hat OpenStack professionals typically advance to cloud operator or infrastructure engineer roles. Average salaries range from $110,000 to $140,000 USD annually in the US, depending on experience and location, following Red Hat OpenStack Administration II training.
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