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Deploying and Managing Windows Workloads on Google Cloud

Deploying and Managing Windows Workloads on Google Cloud equips cloud engineers and Windows administrators with hands-on skills to migrate, deploy, and manage Microsoft Windows Server and SQL Server workloads on Google Cloud. It addresses the growing demand for hybrid cloud expertise, with over 535,000 professionals now holding Google Cloud certifications. Learners gain practical experience in configuring Managed Service for Microsoft Active Directory, deploying workloads on Compute Engine and Google Kubernetes Engine, and using Cloud Operations tools for monitoring and logging.

This course prepares learners for the Professional Cloud Architect certification, aligning with Google’s official curriculum. Koenig Solutions provides 30-day lab access and Guaranteed-to-Run scheduling, ensuring hands-on mastery of identity management, automation, and cost optimization. Graduates are equipped to lead enterprise cloud modernization and drive secure, scalable Windows workloads in production environments.

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Course Overview

The Deploying and Managing Windows Workloads on Google Cloud course by Google is designed for IT professionals responsible for migrating and operating Windows-based environments in the cloud. This training is ideal for Windows infrastructure administrators, cloud engineers, and solutions architects who are tasked with deploying Microsoft Windows Server, SQL Server, and Active Directory in Google Cloud. With over 7 million Microsoft Windows Server instances already running on Google Cloud, enterprises are rapidly adopting this platform for its scalability and integration capabilities. The course prepares learners for real-world cloud operations by focusing on core services relevant to the Google Cloud Professional Cloud Architect certification, equipping them with skills highly sought after in hybrid and cloud-native environments.

Students gain hands-on experience with key Google Cloud services including Compute Engine, Google Kubernetes Engine (GKE), Managed Service for Microsoft Active Directory, Cloud SQL for SQL Server, Cloud Console, and Cloud Monitoring. Through guided labs in the Google Cloud Console environment, learners deploy Windows Server VMs, configure domain controllers using Managed Microsoft AD, and deploy SQL Server instances on Compute Engine. A key hands-on scenario involves automating the deployment of a .NET application on Windows containers in GKE, allowing students to configure identity, networking, and logging using Cloud Logging. These practical exercises simulate real enterprise migration workflows, ensuring participants build and manage secure, scalable Windows workloads using industry best practices.

This training supports preparation for Google Cloud certification paths, particularly the Professional Cloud Architect credential, which is recognized globally for validating advanced cloud design and deployment expertise. Certified professionals report average salaries ranging from $130,000 to $180,000 in the U.S., with roles in cloud architecture and engineering in high demand across industries. Koenig Solutions enhances this learning experience with 1-on-1 training and Guaranteed-to-Run scheduling, ensuring access to official Google Cloud courseware and expert instruction. Upon completion, participants are positioned to lead enterprise Windows modernization initiatives and drive cloud transformation in their organizations.

What You'll Learn

Deploy Windows workloads on Google Cloud Platform using Google Cloud Compute Engine to ensure scalable and reliable infrastructure.
Configure Managed Service for Microsoft Active Directory on Google Cloud to simplify identity management and enhance security.
Implement identity synchronization with Google Cloud Directory Sync to streamline user access across Windows workloads.
Monitor Windows workloads on Google Cloud using Google Cloud Operations Suite for proactive performance management.
Automate Windows workload deployments with Terraform on Google Cloud to reduce manual effort and increase deployment speed.
Optimize costs for Windows applications on Google Cloud by leveraging efficient resource management and pricing strategies.

Skills You'll Gain

Google Cloud Compute Engine Windows Server Configuration Managed Microsoft AD Google Cloud SQL Terraform Automation Google Kubernetes Engine Cloud Logging Cloud Monitoring Active Directory Migration VM Migration Infrastructure as Code Google Cloud Networking Windows Licensing Cost Optimization Identity Management Cloud Operations SQL Server on GCP

Prerequisites

Recommended knowledge before taking this course
  • System administration experience with Microsoft Windows Server, essential for deploying and managing Windows workloads on Google Cloud
  • Familiarity with Google Cloud Platform (GCP) core services to optimize cloud resource management
  • Hands-on experience with Active Directory and group policies to effectively control user access and security
  • Understanding of networking protocols including DNS, DHCP, and TCP/IP to ensure reliable network connectivity in cloud environments
  • Experience with virtual machine management in a cloud environment to streamline workload deployment and scaling
  • Basic knowledge of infrastructure as code tools such as Terraform to automate cloud infrastructure provisioning
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Course Curriculum

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

1
Day 1– Mastering Deploying and Managing Windows Workloads on Google Cloud
Google Cloud platform fundamentals Windows workload deployment options Google Cloud licensing models Cloud resource hierarchy structure Billing and cost management Google Cloud Marketplace solutions Cloud Identity service overview Secure authentication best practices
2
Day 2– Identity Management for Windows Workloads
Managed Microsoft Active Directory Google Cloud Directory Sync deployment Configuring robust identity solutions Lab: Active Directory environment setup Authentication versus SSO strategies Identity security best practices Active Directory integration techniques On-premises directory synchronization
3
Day 3– Migrating Windows Workload VMs Efficiently
Migration phases and methodologies Assessing migration readiness criteria Selecting VMs for migration Compute Engine migration tools Executing migration wave strategies SQL Server on Compute Engine SQL Server high availability Migration success best practices
4
Day 4– Modernizing with Containers and Managed Services
Windows container technology basics Running Windows containers on GCE Google Kubernetes Engine introduction GKE clusters with Windows nodes Cloud SQL service overview Deploying SQL Server on Cloud Cloud SQL maintenance and backups Migrate for Anthos implementation
5
Day 5– Operations and Cost Optimization Strategies
Google Operations Suite overview Monitoring Compute Engine performance Monitoring Cloud SQL instances Monitoring GKE cluster health Cloud Logging service fundamentals Configuring efficient logging agents Custom machine cost optimization Sole-tenant node deployment benefits

What's Included in Your Training

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Career Outcomes

78%

of Deploying and Managing Windows Workloads on Google Cloud certified professionals report career advancement within 6 months

Salary Impact

+20%

Average salary increase reported after obtaining the Deploying and Managing Windows Workloads on Google Cloud 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

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  • Google Cloud Engineer
  • Cloud Infrastructure Administrator
  • Windows Systems Engineer (GCP)
  • Cloud Operations Specialist
  • Infrastructure Engineer

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