VMware Cloud Foundation: Build, Manage and Secure [V9.1] (VCFBMS91)
- • Aug 3–7, 2026 · Live Remote Online, 10:00 AM–6:00 PM ET
- • Aug 31–Sep 4, 2026 · Live Remote Online, 10:00 AM–6:00 PM ET
- • Sep 21–25, 2026 · Live Remote Online, 10:00 AM–6:00 PM ET
- • Oct 19–23, 2026 · Live Remote Online, 10:00 AM–6:00 PM ET
- • Nov 16–20, 2026 · Live Remote Online, 10:00 AM–6:00 PM ET
- • Dec 14–18, 2026 · Live Remote Online, 10:00 AM–6:00 PM ET
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Course Duration
5 Days
Audience
Employees of federal, state and local governments; and businesses working with the government.
Prerequisites
Students should have completed the Implement Learning Path Stage-1 training (Introduction to VCF, plus VCF Compute, Storage, and Network Fundamentals) and have working experience and knowledge of VMware vSphere, VMware NSX, and vSAN environments prior to attending this course.
Course Description
This five-day course provides the knowledge and skills to build, manage, and secure a VMware Cloud Foundation (VCF) private cloud. You will explore VCF architecture, licensing models, and private cloud components at both the fleet and instance levels. The course covers end-to-end fleet deployment using the VCF Installer, post-deployment tasks including VCF Operations component setup, and fleet management through single sign-on configuration, VCF Identity Broker, role-based access control, and credential management. You will also deploy and manage workload domains, configure VMware NSX networking with Virtual Private Cloud constructs and Transit Gateway configurations, and manage vSAN storage using policies, fault domains, and VCF Operations monitoring tools. The course also covers VCF certificate management using SDDC Manager with Microsoft CA, OpenSSL CA, and third-party certificate authorities, lifecycle management operations such as patching and upgrading VCF components and backup and restore procedures, and the VCF security capabilities of Security Posture Management, the Security Operations Dashboard, and audit trail review. The course concludes with supported VCF upgrade paths to version 9.1 from vSphere 8.0 and VCF 5.2 environments.
Learning Objectives
- Describe VMware Cloud Foundation architecture and private cloud components at the fleet and instance levels
- Deploy and configure a VCF private cloud using the VCF Installer, including networking, storage, and post-deployment tasks
- Manage VCF fleet operations including SSO, RBAC, identity federation, workload domains, NSX networking, and vSAN storage
- Manage VCF lifecycle using the software depot, patch and upgrade VCF components, and implement backup and restore procedures
- Apply VCF security using Security Posture Management, the Security Operations Dashboard, certificate management, and supported upgrade paths to VCF 9.1
Course Outline
Course Introduction
- Introduction and course logistics
- Course objectives
VCF Architecture and Components
- Describe VMware Cloud Foundation architecture and its licensing models
- Recognize the private cloud components at the fleet and instance levels
- Distinguish between VCF fleet-level and instance-level components
Deploying the VCF Private Cloud
- Deploy an end-to-end VCF fleet using the VCF Installer
- Perform post-deployment tasks including VCF Operations component setup
- Validate the health of a newly deployed VCF fleet
Fleet Management and Access Control
- Configure single sign-on and VCF Identity Broker
- Implement role-based access control across the VCF fleet
- Manage credentials and passwords in VCF
Workload Domains and NSX Networking
- Deploy and manage workload domains
- Configure VMware NSX networking with Virtual Private Cloud constructs
- Configure Transit Gateway connectivity
vSAN Storage
- Manage vSAN storage using storage policies and fault domains
- Monitor vSAN health and performance with VCF Operations tools
Certificate and Lifecycle Management
- Manage VCF certificates using SDDC Manager with Microsoft CA, OpenSSL CA, and third-party certificate authorities
- Patch and upgrade VCF management and fleet components using the software depot
- Perform backup and restore procedures across the VCF fleet
VCF Security
- Define security, compliance, and resilience in VCF
- Assess compliance posture using Security Posture Management
- Monitor security health through the Security Operations Dashboard and review audit trail events
VCF Upgrade Paths
- Identify the supported upgrade paths to VCF 9.1
- Describe supported upgrade scenarios from vSphere 8.0 and VCF 5.2 environments
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the VMware Cloud Foundation: Build, Manage and Secure [V9.1] (VCFBMS91) course cover?
This five-day course provides the knowledge and skills to build, manage, and secure a VMware Cloud Foundation (VCF) private cloud, covering fleet deployment with the VCF Installer, workload domains, NSX networking, vSAN storage, certificate and lifecycle management, and VCF security. IT Dojo delivers it as live instructor-led training for government and business professionals.
How is v9.1 different from the v9.0 Build, Manage and Secure course?
Version 9.1 aligns to the VCF 9.1 release. It emphasizes fleet deployment using the VCF Installer, Virtual Private Cloud and Transit Gateway networking in NSX, Security Posture Management and the Security Operations Dashboard, and supported upgrade paths to VCF 9.1 from vSphere 8.0 and VCF 5.2 environments. IT Dojo also offers the v9.0 version of this course for teams standardized on that release.
How long is IT Dojo's VMware Cloud Foundation: Build, Manage and Secure [V9.1] training?
VMware Cloud Foundation: Build, Manage and Secure [V9.1] is a 5 days course. It is available as live remote online instruction or on-site at your facility.
Is this course available as live remote online training?
Yes. IT Dojo offers VMware Cloud Foundation: Build, Manage and Secure [V9.1] as live remote online training led in real time by a certified instructor. On-site delivery at your government facility or contractor location is also available.
Who should attend this course?
Employees of federal, state and local governments; and businesses working with the government.
Does IT Dojo offer this training on-site at government or DoD facilities?
Yes. IT Dojo delivers VMware Cloud Foundation: Build, Manage and Secure [V9.1] on-site at government agencies, DoD commands, military installations, and contractor facilities. On-site training is ideal for teams and can be customized to your organization's workflows. Contact IT Dojo to schedule.
How do I register for this course?
IT Dojo training is employer sponsored. Your organization registers and pays for seats. To schedule VMware Cloud Foundation: Build, Manage and Secure [V9.1] for your team, contact IT Dojo via the Request Training form or call 757-216-3656.