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OS220: OpenStack Administration & Operations (Ussuri)

The OS220: OpenStack Administration & Operations (Ussuri) course by Mirantis equips cloud administrators, system engineers, and IT operations professionals with hands-on skills to deploy, manage, and troubleshoot OpenStack private clouds. It solves the critical industry challenge of maintaining stable, scalable IaaS environments, where 78% of enterprises now run hybrid cloud workloads. Learners gain expertise in Keystone authentication, Neutron networking, Cinder storage, and Nova instance management using vendor-agnostic reference implementations like Open vSwitch and KVM.

This course prepares you for the Certified OpenStack Administrator (COA) exam, the official credential from the Open Infrastructure Foundation. Koenig Solutions delivers this training with official Mirantis-authorized courseware and Guaranteed-to-Run dates, ensuring reliable access to expert-led sessions. Master OpenStack operations and advance into high-demand roles with greater infrastructure ownership and career growth.

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Course Overview

The OS220: OpenStack Administration & Operations (Ussuri) course by Mirantis is a comprehensive 4-day training program designed for system administrators, cloud operations engineers, and deployment professionals seeking to master OpenStack infrastructure management. Aligned with the Certified OpenStack Administrator (COA) exam objectives, this course equips learners with essential skills to deploy, manage, and troubleshoot OpenStack environments using Ussuri release components. With OpenStack powering over 75% of enterprise private clouds according to the Open Infrastructure Foundation, demand for certified administrators remains strong across telecom, finance, and public sectors where scalable IaaS solutions are critical.

Participants engage with core OpenStack services including Nova (Compute), Neutron (Networking), Cinder (Block Storage), Glance (Image Service), Keystone (Identity), and Heat (Orchestration), using reference implementations like KVM/QEMU, Logical Volume Manager (LVM), and Open vSwitch (OVS). Approximately 50% of the course is dedicated to hands-on labs conducted via the Strigo virtual lab platform, where students configure real-world scenarios such as implementing load balancing with Octavia, setting up telemetry monitoring using Ceilometer and Aodh, and automating deployments with Heat templates. A key project involves building a fully functional private cloud environment with secure multi-tenancy, resource quotas, and auto-scaling policies based on performance metrics.

This Mirantis-led training directly prepares candidates for the Certified OpenStack Administrator (COA) certification—the only vendor-neutral credential endorsed by the Open Infrastructure Foundation—recognized by employers like AT&T, Bloomberg, and Verizon. COA-certified professionals report average salary increases of 20–30%, with cloud administrator roles commanding median salaries above $110,000 in North America. Koenig Solutions enhances learning outcomes with Guaranteed-to-Run scheduling, official Mirantis courseware, and optional 1-on-1 coaching, ensuring mastery of exam domains. Graduates gain not only certification readiness but also proven operational expertise that positions them for advancement into senior cloud architect or DevOps engineer roles.

What You'll Learn

✓Manage OpenStack identity with Keystone and RBAC for Mirantis OpenStack Ussuri, ensuring secure access control
✓Deploy virtual machine instances using Nova and SSH key security to enhance deployment security
✓Configure Neutron networks with Open vSwitch and security groups to optimize network segmentation
✓Implement Cinder block storage with LVM and volume types for scalable storage solutions
✓Orchestrate cloud workloads using Mirantis Heat templates for efficient resource management
✓Monitor and autoscale cloud resources with Ceilometer, Aodh, and Octavia to improve system responsiveness

Prerequisites

Recommended knowledge before taking this course
  • Linux (RHEL/CentOS/Ubuntu) command line proficiency
  • OS100 or equivalent OpenStack experience
  • Familiarity with OpenStack Dashboard (Horizon) and OpenStack CLI
  • Understanding of hypervisor technologies (KVM/QEMU)
  • Core networking concepts: TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, routing, VLANs, VXLAN, and OVS
  • Storage fundamentals: block storage (LVM) and networked storage solutions
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Course Curriculum

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

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Day 1– OS220: OpenStack Architecture & Keystone Identity Service
Master OpenStack architecture and core Mirantis components Analyze management, provider, and tenant network traffic flows Secure Keystone authentication using MFA and TOTP protocols Administer token lifecycles and strict expiration security policies Implement RBAC policies for granular role-based access control Enforce mandatory password changes for initial user logins Navigate the Service Catalog for efficient endpoint management Utilize implied roles and unified limits for cloud scaling
2
Day 2– Glance Image Service & Nova Compute Service
Provision and manage VM images using Mirantis Glance Automate instance initialization through cloud-init scripts Optimize nova-scheduler performance using custom image metadata Build and compress high-performance AMI and QCOW2 images Deploy secure instances with standardized SSH key authentication Govern instance placement strategies using Nova Server Groups Apply compute resource quotas to prevent infrastructure over-provisioning Accelerate deployment speeds by pre-caching images on nodes
3
Day 3– Cinder Block Storage & Neutron Networking
Provision and manage Cinder volumes using LVM backends Define Volume Types and QoS specs for storage performance Execute rapid instance launches from persistent bootable volumes Enable deferred deletion to ensure critical volume recovery Perform seamless volume migration across diverse storage backends Master Neutron architecture with advanced plugins and namespaces Configure robust layer 2 switching via Open vSwitch Deploy scalable layer 3 routing and NAT network services
4
Day 4– Security Groups, Load Balancing & Orchestration
Manage stateful security groups for hardened Neutron networking Utilize metadata proxy for reliable instance configuration delivery Enforce bandwidth limits using Quality of Service policies Deploy enterprise load balancers with Octavia CLI tools Manage amphora instances and complex load balancing algorithms Build custom amphora disk images using diskimage-create utilities Master Heat template structures for repeatable cloud orchestration Automate software installation at boot using Heat templates
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Day 5– Telemetry, Monitoring & Advanced Operations
Architect Ceilometer systems for precise metric collection methods Configure Aodh alarms to trigger automated scaling events Visualize telemetry data and monitor critical alarm states Perform live instance migration between compute nodes safely Leverage the Placement service for accurate resource tracking Monitor instance statistics and optimize host aggregate performance Review integrated autoscaling workflows with Heat and Octavia Execute expert-led operational troubleshooting for OpenStack environments

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Career Outcomes

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Salary Impact

+28%

Average salary increase reported after obtaining the OS220 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

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  • OpenStack Administrator
  • Cloud Infrastructure Engineer
  • Cloud Operations Engineer
  • Senior Cloud Administrator
  • Private Cloud Architect
  • OpenStack Deployment Engineer

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Frequently Asked Questions

Everything you need to know about the OS220 training course

Is the Certified OpenStack Administrator (COA) exam included in the OS220: OpenStack Administration & Operations (Ussuri) course, and what is the cost if purchased separately?
The COA exam is not included in the OS220: OpenStack Administration & Operations (Ussuri) course fee and requires a separate purchase of $400 per voucher. Mirantis offers this exam as a distinct product. Koenig ensures learners are fully prepared to pass this performance-based, proctored online certification upon course completion.
What training formats are available for OS220: OpenStack Administration & Operations (Ussuri), and does Koenig offer Guaranteed-to-Run scheduling?
Koenig provides OS220: OpenStack Administration & Operations (Ussuri) via live instructor-led online sessions and classroom formats. Our Guaranteed-to-Run scheduling ensures your training proceeds with even one student enrolled. You will master skills using real-time labs hosted in secure Strigo.io cloud environments for maximum professional impact.
How long is lab access provided for OS220: OpenStack Administration & Operations (Ussuri), and what type of lab environment is used?
You receive 365 days of access to cloud-based labs via Strigo.io for OS220: OpenStack Administration & Operations (Ussuri). This environment features real OpenStack infrastructure, allowing you to execute actual command-line and Horizon UI tasks. You will practice using authentic KVM, LVM, and Open vSwitch implementations for genuine operational readiness.
What is the rescheduling and cancellation policy for the OS220: OpenStack Administration & Operations (Ussuri) course at Koenig Solutions?
Koenig offers flexible rescheduling for OS220: OpenStack Administration & Operations (Ussuri) with notice provided at least 7 days before the start date. Cancellations within this window may incur a minor administrative fee. We prioritize your professional training needs by offering adaptable booking terms to ensure your learning schedule remains secure.
What is the format, duration, number of questions, and passing score for the COA certification exam linked to OS220: OpenStack Administration & Operations (Ussuri)?
The COA exam is a 3-hour, performance-based test requiring live tasks via CLI and Horizon UI. It includes 15–20 scenario-based objectives. A passing score of 70% is mandatory. Official results are delivered within 3 business days, validating your expertise in OS220: OpenStack Administration & Operations (Ussuri) environments.
How long is the COA certification valid, and what is the renewal process and cost for OS220: OpenStack Administration & Operations (Ussuri) graduates?
The COA certification is valid for 36 months. To maintain your credential after completing OS220: OpenStack Administration & Operations (Ussuri), you must retake the current exam at the standard $400 fee. There is no grace period, ensuring that all certified professionals demonstrate up-to-date competency in modern OpenStack operations.
Does Koenig provide post-training support such as mentor access, community forums, or course retakes after completing OS220: OpenStack Administration & Operations (Ussuri)?
Koenig supports your success in OS220: OpenStack Administration & Operations (Ussuri) with 365 days of lab access and instructor follow-up for technical queries. While we do not host a formal forum, our experts provide guidance during your lab access period to ensure you master complex cloud administration tasks.
What are the prerequisites or prior experience needed to attend the OS220: OpenStack Administration & Operations (Ussuri) course?
To succeed in OS220: OpenStack Administration & Operations (Ussuri), you need strong Linux command-line proficiency and prior exposure via OS100 or equivalent experience. Familiarity with the OpenStack Dashboard, CLI, virtualization, and networking is essential. These foundations ensure you gain the maximum benefit from our expert-led, hands-on training modules.
What career roles and salary improvements can professionals expect after earning the COA certification through OS220: OpenStack Administration & Operations (Ussuri) training?
COA-certified experts in OS220: OpenStack Administration & Operations (Ussuri) qualify for roles like Cloud Administrator or OpenStack Engineer. Salaries typically range from $90,000 to $130,000 annually. This certification proves your hands-on cloud management capabilities, significantly boosting your marketability, job placement, and long-term career advancement potential.
How does instructor-led OS220: OpenStack Administration & Operations (Ussuri) training compare to self-study for preparing for the COA exam?
Instructor-led OS220: OpenStack Administration & Operations (Ussuri) training offers expert guidance and real-time feedback that self-study lacks. With 50% of the course dedicated to hands-on labs, you gain the practical experience required to pass the COA exam on your first attempt, accelerating your transition into high-level cloud operations roles.

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