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opnsense-admin

Automate OPNsense firewall rule, NAT, VLAN, DNS, IDS/IPS, VPN, and backup management via REST API and SSH.

Updated Jun 4, 2026
Search Tags:#network security#API automation#network configuration#firewall management#OPNsense
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/kngender5/hermes --skill opnsense-admin
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent▼
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: opnsense-admin
Source: https://github.com/kngender5/hermes/tree/main/skills/devops/opnsense-admin
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/kngender5/hermes --skill opnsense-admin

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill requires requests, json, and includes scripts (resource) and references (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

This Skill simplifies the management of OPNsense firewalls, enabling users to configure network security, manage services, and automate firewall operations with ease.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Firewall Management: Configure rules, NAT, VLANs, DNS, IDS/IPS, VPN, and backups.
  • API Access: Use REST API and SSH for automation and remote management.
  • Use Case: For IT professionals who need to automate routine firewall tasks, configure network settings, or monitor security logs in OPNsense environments.

Quick Start

Use the opnsense-admin skill to list all firewall rules on your OPNsense firewall.

Frequently Asked Questions about opnsense-admin

High-intent search queries and answers about installing and using this skill.

FAQPage Schema
How do I automate OPNsense firewall rule management?▼

Automate OPNsense firewall rule management by sending REST API requests to configure traffic policies, aliases, and NAT rules, enabling secure remote administration without manual web interface interaction.

Can I configure VLANs and NAT settings on OPNsense remotely?▼

Yes, you can configure VLANs and NAT settings on OPNsense remotely by executing API calls and SSH commands to define network interfaces, routing policies, and address translations automatically.

Does OPNsense support API automation for IDS/IPS monitoring?▼

OPNsense supports API automation for IDS/IPS monitoring by allowing scripts to query intrusion detection logs, manage rule sets, and retrieve security alerts through secure REST API endpoints.

How do I automate VPN administration and backups for an OPNsense firewall?▼

Automate VPN administration and backups for an OPNsense firewall by scripting REST API calls to deploy tunnel configurations, manage client certificates, and trigger configuration backups remotely.

What is the best way to manage OPNsense DNS settings via API?▼

The best way to manage OPNsense DNS settings via API is to send structured requests to update resolver configurations, define domain overrides, and automate network DNS routing policies.

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