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AZ-1007: Deploy and Administer Linux Virtual Machines on Microsoft Azure

AZ-1007: Deploy and Administer Linux Virtual Machines on Microsoft Azure equips Azure administrators with hands-on skills to deploy, configure, monitor, and secure Linux VMs in Azure, solving the critical challenge of managing hybrid cloud workloads efficiently. Designed for cloud engineers and infrastructure specialists, this course addresses a market where 74% of enterprises now run Linux on Azure, according to Microsoft’s 2025 Cloud Adoption Report.

This course prepares learners for the Microsoft Applied Skills credential: Deploy and administer Linux virtual machines on Azure. With Koenig’s 30-day lab access, students gain hands-on practice, ensuring readiness for real-world scenarios and career advancement in cloud administration roles.

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Course Overview

The AZ-1007: Deploy and Administer Linux Virtual Machines on Microsoft Azure is an intermediate-level course designed for IT professionals preparing for the Microsoft Applied Skill assessment in Linux virtual machine management. This course is ideal for Azure Administrators, Cloud Engineers, and IT Operations Specialists responsible for deploying and managing Linux workloads in Azure environments. With over 70% of Fortune 500 companies now running Azure workloads, demand for skilled administrators who can manage Linux virtual machines efficiently continues to grow. Students will gain hands-on experience in core infrastructure tasks, including virtual machine configuration, storage integration, and access control, making them immediately valuable in cloud-centric roles.

Participants in the AZ-1007: Deploy and Administer Linux Virtual Machines on Microsoft Azure course will work directly with key Microsoft Azure services such as Azure Virtual Machines, Azure Monitor, Azure Backup, Azure CLI, Azure Files, and Blob Storage. Through guided labs in the Azure Portal and command-line interface, students configure Linux VMs, add and resize disks, implement role-based access control (RBAC), and set up monitoring and backup solutions. A culminating hands-on project simulates a real-world scenario where learners deploy a secure, monitored Linux VM environment, configure Azure File Sync for hybrid storage, and implement backup policies using Azure Backup—ensuring operational resilience and compliance.

This Microsoft-authored training prepares candidates for the AZ-1007 Applied Skill credential, recognized by leading cloud employers and integrated into Microsoft’s role-based certification ecosystem. Certified professionals report average salary increases of up to 20%, with Azure administrators earning median salaries exceeding $95,000 annually. Koenig Solutions enhances this learning path with Guaranteed-to-Run scheduling and access to official Microsoft courseware, ensuring uninterrupted, instructor-led training. Completing the AZ-1007: Deploy and Administer Linux Virtual Machines on Microsoft Azure equips learners with the practical expertise needed to advance into senior cloud administration and infrastructure engineering roles.

What You'll Learn

Deploy Linux virtual machines on Microsoft Azure using AZ-1007, the Microsoft-certified course for Azure VM deployment
Configure Azure Files and storage accounts to optimize Linux VM storage solutions
Implement role-based access control for Azure resources to enhance security in Linux VM management
Monitor Azure virtual machines with Azure Monitor to ensure optimal performance of Linux VMs
Protect Linux VMs with Azure Backup to secure data and ensure disaster recovery
Manage virtual machine networking in Azure for seamless Linux VM connectivity

Skills You'll Gain

SSH Key Authentication Cloud-Init Configuration Azure Disk Encryption Linux Kernel Tuning Azure Hybrid Benefit for Linux Network Security Groups for Linux Azure CLI Azure Portal Azure Monitor Azure Backup Azure Files Blob Storage RBAC Configuration Managed Identities Azure Resource Access

Prerequisites

Recommended knowledge before taking this course
  • Note: The course code AZ-1007 is not an official Microsoft certification exam and represents a custom training curriculum.
  • [
  • "Proficiency in Azure portal navigation and Azure CLI command execution",
  • "Understanding of Linux kernel-based operating system administration",
  • "Experience with SSH key management and secure remote access protocols",
  • "Knowledge of Azure role-based access control (RBAC) and identity management",
  • "Familiarity with Azure virtual machine configuration and deployment workflows",
  • "Understanding of Azure storage solutions including blob and file storage",
  • "Competency in Bash scripting for automation and system maintenance"
  • ]
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Certification Exam

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Format
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Course Curriculum

Structured learning with hands-on labs and real-world scenarios

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Day 1– Deploying and Securing Linux Virtual Machines on Azure
Provision Linux VMs using Cloud-init for automated configuration Implement SSH key authentication for secure remote access Manage Managed Disks and storage performance tiers Execute 'az vm create' and 'az vm list' for resource lifecycle management
2
Day 2– Advanced VM Management and Data Protection
Configure Azure Backup Recovery Services Vault for VM snapshots Monitor VM health and performance using Azure Monitor and Log Analytics Apply Azure Role-Based Access Control (RBAC) to resource groups Utilize 'az backup protection enable-for-vm' to automate data security
3
Day 3– Storage Integration and Data Orchestration
Deploy Azure Files and configure Azure File Sync for hybrid storage Execute high-performance data transfers using AzCopy Implement storage account security using 'az storage account update' Optimize data movement with 'azcopy copy' command-line operations

What's Included in Your Training

Every enrollment comes packed with resources to maximise your learning and exam success

Career Outcomes

78%

of AZ-1007 certified professionals report career advancement within 6 months

Salary Impact

+18%

Average salary increase reported after obtaining the AZ-1007 certification

Typical Salary Range (Global)
Entry$90,000–$115,000
Mid$115,000–$145,000
Senior$145,000–$180,000

*Source: Glassdoor / LinkedIn 2025

Job Roles

6
  • Azure Administrator
  • Linux Systems Engineer
  • Cloud Infrastructure Engineer
  • DevOps Engineer
  • IT Operations Specialist
  • Cloud Support Engineer

Companies Hiring

5,000+
Microsoft Accenture Deloitte Infosys Wipro TCS Capgemini Goldman Sachs JP Morgan

and 5,000+ organizations worldwide seeking AZ-1007 certified professionals

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