Intermediate level knowledge of WAN and SD-WAN technologies: This section covers comprehensive understanding of SD-WAN architecture, including overlay and underlay networks. Proficiency in tunneling protocols such as GRE, IPsec, and Layer 3 VPN.
Understanding components used in the Versa Secure SD-WAN Platform: This section covers the knowledge of headend components: Versa Director, Versa Controller, and Versa Analytics.
Control and Data Plane Functions: This section covers the understanding of virtual routers, their purpose, and operational principles in SD-WAN environments.
Mastery of virtual routing and forwarding (VRF) concepts and implementations: This section covers detailed knowledge of network overlay and underlay technologies and their interplay in SD-WAN architectures.
Knowledge of Versa CPE Provisioning Methods: This section covers proficiency in Zero Touch Provisioning (ZTP) techniques, including URL-based and script-based methods for efficient CPE onboarding and configuration.
SD-WAN Service Knowledge: In this section, the focus is on advanced understanding of Quality of Service (QoS) and Class of Service (CoS) principles and their application in SD-WAN.
Monitoring and Reporting: This section covers the best use of Versa Director and Versa Analytics for network monitoring, performance analysis, and generating insightful reports.
SD-WAN Performance Analysis and Troubleshooting: This section covers skills in leveraging Versa Director and Versa Analytics tools to identify, diagnose, and resolve SD-WAN performance issues efficiently.