Azure AD and Security Course Overview

To ensure that our students are well-prepared to maximize their learning outcomes from the Azure AD and Security course, the following minimum prerequisites are recommended:

• Basic understanding of cloud computing concepts and the Azure platform.
• Familiarity with the core elements and services in Azure, including Virtual Networks, VMs, and Storage Accounts.
• Fundamental knowledge of Active Directory concepts, including domains, users, and groups.
• Awareness of general networking concepts, such as VPNs, DNS, and firewalls.
• Basic experience with Windows Server administration and configuration.
• An understanding of security principles and best practices.
• Some experience with command-line tools and PowerShell scripting is beneficial but not mandatory.

These prerequisites are designed to ensure that you can engage effectively with the course content and participate actively in the hands-on labs. However, our instructors are committed to assisting all students, regardless of their starting skill level, in achieving a comprehensive understanding of Azure AD and Security.

Target Audience for Azure AD and Security

The Azure AD and Security course provides comprehensive training on cloud security, identity management, and integration with on-premises environments for IT professionals.

• IT Security Specialists
• System Administrators
• Network Administrators
• Cloud Infrastructure Engineers
• Identity and Access Management Consultants
• IT Support Technicians
• Cybersecurity Analysts
• Security Operations Center (SOC) Analysts
• Solutions Architects
• DevOps Engineers
• IT Managers
• Compliance and Risk Management Officers
• Technical Auditors
• Application Developers with a focus on cloud security and identity services

Learning Objectives - What you will Learn in this Azure AD and Security?

Introduction to the Course's Learning Outcomes

This Azure AD and Security course equips learners with the knowledge and skills to manage identity, access, security, and compliance features within Azure Active Directory and the broader Azure environment.

Learning Objectives and Outcomes

• Understand the differences and integration points between Azure Active Directory (Azure AD) and Active Directory Domain Services (AD DS).
• Learn how to manage roles, users, groups, and administrative units within Azure AD, including the application of password-less authentication methods.
• Gain proficiency in integrating on-premises Active Directory with Azure AD and configuring federation with ADFS for secure, claims-aware authentication.
• Configure Single Sign-On (SSO) and manage directory synchronization in hybrid environments.
• Implement and protect authentication in these environments, including the use of multi-factor authentication and conditional access policies.
• Deploy and manage Intune for device configuration and management, along with Azure AD join and hybrid join troubleshooting.
• Monitor the health of Azure AD, analyze audit and sign-in logs, and utilize Azure AD reporting, including the Graph API.
• Secure network and storage resources in Azure, manage virtual networks, and implement advanced networking features like NSGs and VPNs.
• Utilize Azure Security Center and Azure Sentinel for centralized policy management, threat monitoring, and incident response.
• Understand and apply security operations best practices within Azure environments, including securing servers and VMs and managing Azure Governance with Azure Blueprints and Management Groups.