Red Hat Services Management and Automation
RH358 - Red Hat Services Management and Automation is designed for IT professionals seeking to manage, configure, and automate key services on Red Hat Enterprise Linux.
- Red Hat Certified Specialist
- Classroom · Live Online · One-on-One
Course overview
RH124 focuses on providing the core skills necessary to become proficient in Linux system administration. The course covers basic shell scripting, managing software, and configuring system security. Through practical labs and interactive instruction, participants will develop the skills required to handle Linux environments effectively, supporting enterprise-level IT infrastructure.
- Foundational
- Practical
- Career-enchancing
- Recognized
- In-demand
What you'll be able to do
- Gain foundational Linux administration skills.
- Develop the ability to manage users, processes, and files.
- Configure networking and system services.
- Install and update software packages.
- Be prepared for advanced Linux administration courses (RH134).
- Enhance skills to pursue careers in IT infrastructure and system administration.
Curriculum
5 modules, each with hands-on lab work
01 Deploying and Managing Network Services
- Configuring DNS, DHCP, and HTTP services
- Managing firewalld and SELinux policies
- Deploying FTP, NFS, and Samba services
02 Automating Services with Ansible
- Automating service deployment with playbooks
- Managing configuration files with Jinja2 templates
- Orchestrating multi-host deployments
03 Securing and Optimizing Services
- Applying security policies to services
- Implementing TLS/SSL encryption and authentication
- Tuning services for performance and scalability
04 Managing Databases and Storage Services
- Deploying and managing MariaDB/PostgreSQL
- Configuring persistent storage with iSCSI and LVM
- Automating database deployments and backups
05 Monitoring and Troubleshooting Services
- Monitoring services with systemd and journald
- Using logging and performance monitoring tools
- Troubleshooting network and service-related issues
How you'll learn
Hands-on labs
Around 90% of class time is practical work on real systems.
Real-world scenarios
Case studies and troubleshooting tasks modelled on real jobs.
Exam preparation
Exam-style tasks and guidance for the certification.
Prerequisites
- Completion of RH294
- Proficiency with Linux system administration and Ansible
- Basic understanding of networking and services management
Not there yet? Start with Red Hat System Administration I.
Training options
Individual
Join a public batch: classroom, live online or one-on-one.
Group
Private batch for your friends, classmates or team.
Corporate batch
Private batch for your organisation's staff.
Training methods
Classroom, live virtual, one-on-one and flip class.
Upcoming batches
No batch scheduled yet
Leave your details and we'll tell you when the next batch opens, or ask about a private group batch.
Career opportunities
Roles this course prepares you for:
- Senior Linux Systems Administrator
- DevOps Engineer
- IT Operatons Lead
- Network and Infrastructure Engineer
- Automation Specialist
Frequently asked questions
How does RH358 differ from RH294?
RH358 focuses on managing and automating network services and databases, while RH294 primarily covers automating Linux system administration tasks with Ansible.
Can I take RH358 without completing RH294?
RH294 or equivalent Ansible automation experience is recommended to ensure you can handle the automation-focused modules in RH358.
Does RH358 prepare me for RHCA?
Yes, RH358 is part of the advanced curriculum for those pursuing RHCA (Red Hat Certified Architect).
What services are covered in the course?
The course covers DNS, HTTP, FTP, DHCP, databases (MariaDB/PostgreSQL), and file-sharing services (NFS/Samba).
Is there a focus on cloud service automation?
While RH358 focuses on traditional service automation, the skills gained are applicable to cloud and hybrid environments.
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