Post-installation configuration

Note

This page covers one-time first-run bootstrap tasks after deployment. For ongoing operator governance and configuration-as-code workflows, see the Administration Guide: Configuration as code.

After deploying and bootstrapping Nomad Enterprise, follow these steps to configure the servers.

Enable mTLS and gossip encryption(opens in new tab)
Enable and configure access control lists and OIDC for RBAC
Set up automated upgrades to ensure Nomad cluster stays up-to-date with the latest features and security patches
Implement a robust backup strategy to protect your Nomad cluster's state and configuration
Load balance and reverse proxy for Nomad's web UI(opens in new tab)
Use Terraform to manage Nomad configuration as code, enabling version control and reproducibility