NetScaler ADC Administration Training (NS-201)

Master the fundamentals of Citrix NetScaler (now branded as Citrix ADC) with this comprehensive 5-day instructor-led training. NS-201: NetScaler ADC 14.x Administration is designed for IT professionals who are new to NetScaler and want to learn how to deploy, manage, and optimize Citrix ADC environments. From traffic management and load balancing to SSL offloading and policy engines, this course gives you a strong foundation in both configuration and administration of Citrix ADC version 14.1—complete with hands-on labs.

 

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Why Take NS-201 Training in Maryland?

The Maryland–Washington DC–Virginia area (DMV) is a national hub for government, military, healthcare, and enterprise organizations—all of which rely on secure, optimized, and scalable network infrastructures. Citrix ADC is a core solution for application delivery and security in many of these environments. By taking NS-201 training in Maryland with TrainACE, you gain regionally relevant, instructor-led education that aligns with local IT hiring trends and enterprise demands.

Whether you're looking to secure a government role or upskill for private-sector DevOps or infrastructure roles, this course is a solid first step.

Who Needs NS-201 Training?

This class is intended for professionals in roles such as:

• Network Administrators
• Systems Engineers
• Citrix Administrators
• Infrastructure Support Engineers
• IT Professionals preparing for Citrix Networking certifications

It is ideal for those new to Citrix ADC who want to gain practical skills in deploying, managing, and optimizing its core functionality.

What Are the Benefits of NS-201 Training?

• Learn from Citrix-authorized instructors using the latest version
• Gain real-world experience through extensive lab work/li>
• Understand key concepts such as traffic management, authentication, and global server load balancing (GSLB)
• Prepare for more advanced Citrix Networking certifications like NSGW-253 and NS-301
• Develop practical skills in deploying enterprise-grade application delivery controllers
• Boost your value to employers in both public and private sector organizations

What You Need to Know Before Taking NS-201 Training

No prior NetScaler (Citrix ADC) experience is required. However, Citrix recommends that students have a basic understanding of:

• TCP/IP networking
• HTTP/HTTPS protocols
• The OSI model
• Network devices and architectures

This ensures you’re ready to fully engage with configuration, policy creation, and troubleshooting labs.

How Long Does NS-201 Training Take?

The course runs for 5 days (ILT/vILT format), blending theoretical instruction with practical hands-on labs.

How Hard is the NS-201 Course?

This is an entry-level to intermediate course. It’s designed to be approachable for those with general networking experience, even if they’ve never used Citrix products before. The hands-on labs help reinforce key skills, making it manageable even for newer IT professionals who are willing to dive in.

NS-201 Exam and Certification Requirements

While the NS-201 course itself does not culminate in an exam, it is part of the preparation path toward:

• Citrix Certified Associate – Networking (CCA-N)

It also sets the foundation for follow-on training such as:

• NSGW-253: NetScaler Gateway Deployment for Citrix Environments
• NS-301: NetScaler ADC Advanced Features

TrainACE can guide you on the next steps toward certification and offer bundled course packages for your certification journey.

What Will I Learn in This NS-201 Class?

This course includes 12 structured modules, each focused on specific aspects of Citrix ADC administration:

Module 1: Getting Started

• Introduction to Citrix ADC
• Feature and platform overview
• Deployment options
• Architecture
• Setup and management

Module 2: Basic Networking

• Networking topology
• ADC components
• Routing
• Access Control Lists (ACLs)

Module 3: High Availability

• High availability architecture
• Configuration
• In-service software upgrades (ISSU)
• HA troubleshooting

Module 4: Load Balancing

• Load balancing concepts and traffic types
• Monitors, methods, and protection
• Priority and troubleshooting

Module 5: SSL Offloading

• SSL concepts and configurations
• SSL offload
• Troubleshooting and securing against SSL vulnerabilities

Module 6: Securing System Traffic

• AAA (Authentication, Authorization, Auditing)
• Configuring external authentication
• Admin partitions

Module 7: Monitoring & Troubleshooting

• Logging and diagnostics
• SNMP monitoring
• AppFlow and ADM integration
• General troubleshooting

Module 8: Intro to Policies and Responder Policies

• Policy engine overview
• Expression syntax
• Policy bindings and responder features

Module 9: Rewrite & URL Transform

• Rewrite policies and DNS rewriting
• URL transformation

Module 10: Advanced Policy Expressions

• Policy engine deep dive
• Content switching and protections

Module 11: Optimization

• HTTP compression
• Integrated caching
• Front-end optimization

Module 12: Global Server Load Balancing (GSLB)

• GSLB architecture and use cases
• Monitoring, MEP
• Content-switching with GSLB
• Customization and protection