Linux Networking Exam: EX294 - RHCE & Enterprise Linux Specialist Intermediate to Advanced

Linux Network Administration & Enterprise Services

Name: Linux Network Administration & Enterprise Services
Price: 40000 PKR
Availability: InStock

Enterprise DNS (BIND9), DHCP, Samba Active Directory Member, NFSv4, Nginx, Postfix & Netfilter Firewalls

4 Months

Course Duration

PKR 40,000

Tuition Fee

100%

Practical Labs

20+ Yrs

Instructor Mentorship

Program Overview

Linux Systems

Advanced Linux networking: DNS, DHCP, NFS, Samba, iptables, Apache, Nginx, Postfix, and network troubleshooting.

Official Certification Track: This curriculum prepares candidates directly for the Red Hat Certified Engineer (EX294 - RHCE) & Enterprise Linux Specialist examination. Instruction incorporates real-world scenario troubleshooting, architectural best practices, and enterprise security compliance.

Curriculum & Course Outline

5 Intensive Hands-on Modules designed for mastery:

Module 1: Advanced Enterprise Networking & Network Diagnostics

Part 01

Configure resilient network interfaces and diagnose deep protocol anomalies.

Network configuration using nmcli, nmtui, and NetworkManager keyfiles
Network interface bonding, teaming modes, and 802.1Q VLAN tagging on Linux
Advanced IP routing tables, rule policies, and multiple default gateways
Packet inspection with tcpdump, Wireshark, netstat, and ss socket statistics

Module 2: Enterprise DNS Deployment with BIND9

Part 02

Deploy robust, scalable domain name resolution for private networks and the Internet.

BIND9 installation, named.conf syntax, and access control lists (ACLs)
Authoritative primary and secondary (master/slave) DNS zone replication
Forward and reverse resolution zones, MX records, CNAME, and TXT verification
Split-horizon DNS architecture separating internal intranet from external public queries

Module 3: Enterprise File Sharing & Active Directory Integration

Part 03

Bridge Linux storage seamlessly with cross-platform corporate networks.

NFSv4 distributed file sharing with Kerberos authentication and export security
Samba 4 installation and configuration for seamless Windows SMB client access
Joining Linux servers to a Microsoft Active Directory domain with realmd and SSSD
Enforcing Windows ACLs on Samba shares for Active Directory domain users

Module 4: Web Servers, Reverse Proxies & Load Balancing

Part 04

Host mission-critical web applications with high throughput and TLS security.

Apache HTTP Server multi-processing modules (MPM) and virtual host configurations
Nginx high-performance event-driven web server and reverse proxy deployment
SSL/TLS certificate implementation, Let's Encrypt automation, and HTTP/2 acceleration
HAProxy load balancing algorithms (Round Robin, Least Connections, Source IP)

Module 5: Enterprise Mail Servers & Advanced Firewalling

Part 05

Deploy corporate email infrastructure and stateful packet filtering.

Postfix Mail Transfer Agent (MTA) configuration, relays, and virtual mailbox domains
Dovecot IMAP and Secure POP3 server setup with TLS encryption
Email deliverability defense: SPF, DKIM, and DMARC record generation
Netfilter packet filtering with Nftables and Iptables stateful connection tracking

Physical Lab Infrastructure

100% Hands-on Hardware & Real Equipment

Multi-Server Linux Enterprise Network with Dedicated Gateway, DNS Servers, Web Clusters, Storage Nodes, and Mail Relays

Physical Consoles Dedicated student console access to enterprise Cisco routers and switches

Troubleshooting Labs Configured fault scenarios to build realistic diagnostic muscle memory

Extended Lab Access Extra lab hours available for practice outside regular lecture times

Key Learning Outcomes

Upon graduation, you will confidently execute the following competencies in enterprise environments:

Deploy, optimize, and maintain authoritative and recursive BIND9 DNS server infrastructures.

Seamlessly integrate Linux file servers into Microsoft Active Directory domains using Samba.

Implement high-performance Nginx reverse proxies with SSL/TLS encryption.

Build end-to-end corporate mail servers using Postfix, Dovecot, SPF, and DKIM verification.

Troubleshoot complex enterprise connectivity issues using tcpdump, dig, Wireshark, and kernel logs.

Who Should Attend

• Linux System Administrators advancing to Senior and Infrastructure Architect roles
• Network Engineers deploying and managing open-source enterprise servers
• DevOps and Site Reliability Engineers (SRE) managing distributed Linux clusters
• IT Professionals seeking to master open-source enterprise infrastructure

Prerequisites

• Red Hat Linux System Administration (RHCSA) or equivalent hands-on Linux command-line proficiency.
• Solid comprehension of IP networking, DNS concepts, and user permissions.

Career Opportunities & Target Job Roles

Graduates of this certification qualify for in-demand enterprise engineering roles across Pakistan, the Middle East, and multinational IT firms:

Senior Linux Systems Engineer Linux Network Administrator Infrastructure Solutions Architect DevOps Specialist Site Reliability Engineer (SRE)

Key Technical Concepts & Protocols Covered

BIND9 DNS Server ISC DHCP Server Apache HTTP Server Nginx Reverse Proxy Samba 4 SMB NFSv4 Storage Postfix Mail Transfer Agent (MTA) Dovecot IMAP Iptables & Nftables HAProxy Load Balancer Rsync Backup dig / nslookup tcpdump Wireshark nmap systemctl postqueue / mailq Authoritative and Recursive DNS Active Directory Linux Integration Server Load Balancing Secure Mail Delivery (DKIM/SPF) Stateful Packet Filtering

Lead Instructor & Founder

Mujahid Farooq

MCITP • HCIP • CCNP • 20+ Years Enterprise Experience

Mujahid Farooq is the Lead Instructor and Founder of IT Alrounders. With over two decades of enterprise IT instruction, he has trained more than 5,000 professionals in Cisco networking, Microsoft systems, Red Hat Linux, and ethical hacking across Pakistan and abroad.

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Tuition Fee

PKR 40,000

Flexible installment plans available

Duration: 4 Months

Level: Intermediate to Advanced

Class Timing: Morning & Evening Batches

Class Modes: Physical & Online Live

Official Exam: EX294 - RHCE & Enterprise Linux Specialist

Lab Format: Physical Hardware

100% Practical Rack Equipment Labs

Physical & Online Live Interactive Classes