Design Authentication for Microsoft Azure from Pluralsight

In the cloud, understanding authentication for internal services and how to interact with third-party cloud services can be confusing. This course will explain how to leverage Azure AD to solve all your cloud authentication requirements.

Identifying the right way to enable authentication across cloud services initially can be very complex with no clear answer. In this course, Design Authentication for Microsoft Azure, you will learn foundational knowledge for utilizing Azure AD for your cloud identity and authentication requirements. First, you will learn about authentication in the cloud and the use of tokens. Next, you will discover the types of authentication available for users in Azure AD. Finally, you will explore how to leverage Azure for authentication in a range of scenarios. When you’re finished with this course, you will have the skills and knowledge of authentication with Azure AD needed to provide your users, partners, and customers access to cloud services while ensuring the highest levels of security.

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Course Overview

Introducing Authentication

Azure AD Authentication Options for Users

Authentication Requirements for Different Scenarios

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Be better prepared before your course. Deepen your understanding during and after it. Supplement your coursework and achieve mastery of the topics covered in Design Authentication for Microsoft Azure with these activities:

Review Terminology

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Refresh your prior knowledge of authentication, cloud computing and Azure AD to set a solid foundation for course materials.

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Review the course syllabus and preview the lecture topics.
Revisit notes or study materials from previous courses on cloud computing and authentication.
Do practice questions or exercises related to authentication in cloud environments.

Explore Azure AD Authentication

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Expand your knowledge and skills in Azure AD authentication by following guided tutorials and hands-on exercises.

Browse courses on Azure AD

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Find and enroll in online tutorials or workshops on Azure AD authentication.
Follow the instructions in the tutorials to set up and configure Azure AD.
Try out different authentication scenarios and troubleshoot any issues you encounter.

Attend an Azure AD Workshop

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Enhance your knowledge and skills through an Azure AD workshop, led by industry experts and practitioners.

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Identify and register for an Azure AD workshop that aligns with your learning goals.
Attend the workshop, take notes, and actively participate in discussions.
Apply the knowledge and techniques you learn to your own projects.

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Practice implementing Azure's authentication mechanisms

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Reinforce the different authentication mechanisms provided by Azure AD by implementing them in your own projects.

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Choose a specific authentication mechanism to implement, such as OAuth 2.0 or SAML.
Set up a development environment and create an Azure AD tenant.
Configure the authentication mechanism in your application.
Test the implementation to ensure that users can authenticate successfully.

Hands-on Lab: Authenticate Users

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Solidify your understanding of authentication in Azure AD by implementing user authentication in a hands-on lab.

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Set up an Azure AD tenant and configure authentication options.
Create a sample application and enable Azure AD authentication.
Test and troubleshoot authentication functionality in your application.

Join or start a study group focused on Azure AD authentication

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Engage with peers to discuss and reinforce Azure AD authentication concepts.

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Identify or create a study group platform.
Invite peers to join the group.
Establish a regular meeting schedule.
Prepare discussion topics related to Azure AD authentication.
Facilitate group discussions and share knowledge.

Lead a Study Group

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Reinforce your own understanding and assist fellow learners by leading a study group on Azure AD authentication.

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Gather a small group of learners interested in Azure AD authentication.
Prepare discussion topics, activities, and exercises based on the course materials.
Facilitate regular study sessions and encourage active participation.

Write a blog post or article on Azure AD authentication best practices

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Solidify your understanding of Azure AD authentication by sharing your knowledge through a blog post or article.

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Research Azure AD authentication best practices from reputable sources.
Organize your findings into a coherent outline.
Write the content, ensuring it is clear, concise, and engaging.
Edit and proofread your article carefully.
Publish your article on a relevant platform.

Design an Authentication Architecture

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Enhance your understanding of authentication and Azure AD by designing and documenting an authentication architecture for a specific cloud scenario.

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Identify a cloud scenario that requires authentication.
Research and analyze authentication options in Azure AD.
Design an authentication architecture that meets the scenario requirements.
Document the authentication architecture and share it with others.

Participate in a Security Hackathon

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Challenge yourself and test your skills in Azure AD authentication by participating in a security hackathon.

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Find and register for a security hackathon that focuses on authentication.
Develop a team or work individually to solve authentication challenges.
Present your solution and receive feedback from industry experts.

Career center

Learners who complete Design Authentication for Microsoft Azure will develop knowledge and skills that may be useful to these careers:

Identity and Access Management (IAM) Specialist

Identity and Access Management (IAM) Specialists are responsible for managing and controlling access to computer systems and resources. This course provides a comprehensive overview of authentication in the cloud, including different authentication options and requirements for different scenarios, which is essential knowledge for IAM Specialists.

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Security Engineer

Security Engineers are responsible for protecting computer networks and systems from unauthorized access, use, disclosure, disruption, modification, or destruction. This course provides a comprehensive overview of authentication in the cloud, including different authentication options and requirements for different scenarios, which is essential knowledge for Security Engineers.

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CISO (Chief Information Security Officer)

CISOs are responsible for developing and implementing security strategies for organizations. This course provides a comprehensive overview of authentication in the cloud, including different authentication options and requirements for different scenarios, which is essential knowledge for CISOs.

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Cloud Security Engineer

Cloud Security Engineers are responsible for securing cloud-based systems and applications. This course provides a solid foundation in authentication and security principles, which are essential for securing cloud-based systems.

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Security Architect

Security Architects design and implement security solutions for organizations. This course provides a comprehensive overview of authentication in the cloud, including different authentication options and requirements for different scenarios, which is essential knowledge for Security Architects.

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Cloud Architect

Cloud Architects design and implement cloud-based solutions. This course provides a deep understanding of authentication in the cloud, which is essential for designing and implementing secure cloud-based solutions.

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Systems Engineer

Systems Engineers design, implement, and maintain computer systems. This course provides a strong foundation in authentication and security principles, which is essential for designing and implementing secure computer systems.

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IT Manager

IT Managers are responsible for planning, implementing, and managing IT systems. This course provides a comprehensive overview of authentication in the cloud, including different authentication options and requirements for different scenarios, which is essential knowledge for IT Managers.

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Network Engineer

Network Engineers design, implement, and maintain computer networks. This course provides a solid foundation in authentication and security principles, which is essential for designing and implementing secure computer networks.

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DevOps Engineer

DevOps Engineers work on the development and deployment of cloud-based applications. This course provides a solid understanding of authentication in the cloud, which is essential for developing and deploying secure cloud-based applications.

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Software Engineer

Software Engineers design, develop, and maintain software applications. This course provides a solid foundation in authentication and security principles, which is essential for developing secure software applications.

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Data Analyst

Data Analysts collect, analyze, and interpret data to help businesses make informed decisions. This course provides a solid foundation in authentication and security principles, which is essential for protecting sensitive data.

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IT Auditor

IT Auditors evaluate the effectiveness of IT systems and controls. This course provides a solid foundation in authentication and security principles, which is essential for evaluating the security of IT systems.

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Business Analyst

Business Analysts work with businesses to identify and solve problems. This course provides a solid foundation in authentication and security principles, which is essential for protecting business data and systems.

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Cybersecurity Analyst

Cybersecurity Analysts are responsible for protecting computer networks and systems from unauthorized access, use, disclosure, disruption, modification, or destruction. This course may be useful in providing a foundation in authentication and security principles, which are essential for protecting cloud-based systems.

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