Microsoft Azure Solutions Architect: Implement an Azure Active Directory Strategy from Pluralsight

Protecting applications and systems starts with identity management and strong authentication methods. This course will teach you how to configure Azure Active Directory and Azure AD MFA and help prepare you for the AZ-303 exam.

Storing and protecting identities in the cloud is the foundation of securing application access. In this course, Microsoft Azure Solutions Architect: Implement an Azure Active Directory Strategy, you’ll learn to configure Azure Active Directory and protect user identities using multi-factor authentication. First, you’ll explore configuring directories and user accounts. Next, you’ll discover advanced features of Azure AD, like identity protection and self-service password reset. Finally, you’ll learn how to configure Azure AD users for multi-factor authentication and protect applications using conditional access policies. When you’re finished with this course, you’ll have the skills and knowledge of Azure Active Directory needed to prepare for the AZ-303 exam.

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Syllabus

Configuring Azure Active Directory

Configuring Azure AD Multi-factor Authentication

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Develops advanced Azure AD features, which are core skills for cloud computing

Explores identity protection and self-service password reset, which are standard in industry security

Covers multi-factor authentication and conditional access policies, which are essential for protecting applications

Prepares learners for the AZ-303 exam, which validates skills in Azure Active Directory

Prerequisites may be needed for certain learners, which may cause scheduling delays

Activities

Be better prepared before your course. Deepen your understanding during and after it. Supplement your coursework and achieve mastery of the topics covered in Microsoft Azure Solutions Architect: Implement an Azure Active Directory Strategy with these activities:

Organize Course Materials

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Improve your learning outcomes by organizing and reviewing course materials, making them more accessible for future reference.

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Review and sort through course materials
Create a system for organizing notes
Create a study schedule

Review Azure AD concepts

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Review key Azure AD concepts such as tenants, users, groups, and applications to prepare for the course.

Browse courses on Azure Active Directory

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Read Microsoft's Azure AD documentation
Watch videos or tutorials on Azure AD
Participate in online discussion forums about Azure AD

Configure Azure Environment

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Prepare for this course, by setting up your own Azure environment and configuring essential Azure services to follow along with the lessons and demonstrations.

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Create an Azure account and subscription
Configure Azure Active Directory
Set up Azure AD Multi-Factor Authentication
Create a resource group and virtual machine
Install and configure the Azure CLI

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Azure AD Configuration Practice

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Sharpen your skills by completing exercises on Azure AD configuration, reinforcing your knowledge of key concepts

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Create and configure a new Azure AD directory
Add and manage users and groups
Configure authentication and authorization settings

Azure AD Study Group

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Join a study group to discuss Azure AD concepts, share knowledge, and collaborate on projects.

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Find or create an Azure AD study group
Participate in regular study sessions
Share resources and ask questions within the group

Lab: Implement 2FA on Azure AD

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Get hands-on experience by configuring 2FA in Azure AD, solidifying your understanding of the process

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Create an Azure AD tenant and user
Configure MFA for the user
Test MFA using a phone or authenticator app

Configure Azure AD Multi-Factor Authentication

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Follow step-by-step tutorials to set up and configure Azure AD Multi-Factor Authentication for enhanced security.

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Find a tutorial on Azure AD Multi-Factor Authentication
Follow the instructions to configure MFA in your Azure AD tenant
Test the MFA configuration by attempting to log in with a user account

Analyze Access Control Models

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Gain a deeper understanding of different access control models and how they can be applied to secure Azure resources by exploring Microsoft's documentation and tutorials.

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Review Microsoft's documentation on access control models
Complete the Azure role-based access control (RBAC) tutorial
Explore the Azure Active Directory Conditional Access tutorial
Implement access control in a real-world scenario

Design an Azure AD Security Policy

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Create a comprehensive security policy outlining best practices for Azure AD, including password policies, access controls, and monitoring strategies.

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Research Azure AD security best practices
Draft a security policy document
Review and finalize the policy
Implement the policy in your Azure AD tenant

Implement Azure Multi-factor Authentication

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Solidify your understanding of Azure Multi-factor Authentication (MFA) by implementing it in a hands-on environment and testing its functionality.

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Configure Azure AD MFA for a user account
Test MFA using different authentication methods
Configure conditional access policies to enforce MFA
Monitor and troubleshoot MFA logs

Azure AD Workshop

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Attend an Azure AD workshop led by experts to gain practical experience and in-depth knowledge.

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Find an Azure AD workshop in your area
Register for the workshop
Attend the workshop and participate actively

Azure AD Administration Exercises

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Complete a series of hands-on exercises to reinforce Azure AD administration skills, including user and group management, directory configuration, and security settings.

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Set up a lab environment with Azure AD
Complete the exercises provided in Azure AD documentation or online courses
Troubleshoot any issues encountered during the exercises

Azure AD Security Challenge

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Participate in an Azure AD Security Challenge to test your skills in identifying and resolving security vulnerabilities.

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Find an Azure AD Security Challenge
Register for the challenge
Complete the challenge and submit your findings

Career center

Learners who complete Microsoft Azure Solutions Architect: Implement an Azure Active Directory Strategy will develop knowledge and skills that may be useful to these careers:

Cloud Security Engineer

A Cloud Security Engineer designs, develops, and implements cloud security solutions. These solutions protect cloud-based applications, data, and infrastructure from cyber threats. This course can provide the foundation for this role by teaching you how to configure Azure Active Directory and Azure AD MFA. This knowledge can help you develop and implement cloud security solutions that meet your organization's needs.

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Cloud Architect

A Cloud Architect designs, builds, and manages cloud computing solutions. These solutions can include applications, data, and infrastructure. This course can provide the foundation for this role by teaching you how to configure Azure Active Directory and Azure AD MFA. This knowledge can help you design and build cloud computing solutions that are secure and meet your organization's needs.

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Identity and Access Management (IAM) Engineer

An Identity and Access Management (IAM) Engineer designs, implements, and manages identity and access management solutions. These solutions control who has access to an organization's resources. This course can provide the foundation for this role by teaching you how to configure Azure Active Directory and Azure AD MFA. This knowledge can help you design and implement IAM solutions that meet your organization's needs.

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Information Security Analyst

An Information Security Analyst designs, implements, and manages information security solutions. These solutions protect an organization's information assets from cyber threats. This course can provide the foundation for this role by teaching you how to configure Azure Active Directory and Azure AD MFA. This knowledge can help you design and implement information security solutions that meet your organization's needs.

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Security Analyst

A Security Analyst monitors and analyzes security data to identify and respond to threats. This course can provide the foundation for this role by teaching you how to configure Azure Active Directory and Azure AD MFA. This knowledge can help you identify and respond to threats more effectively.

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Systems Administrator

A Systems Administrator installs, configures, and maintains computer systems. This course can provide the foundation for this role by teaching you how to configure Azure Active Directory and Azure AD MFA. This knowledge can help you manage and maintain computer systems more effectively.

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Network Administrator

A Network Administrator designs, implements, and manages computer networks. This course can provide the foundation for this role by teaching you how to configure Azure Active Directory and Azure AD MFA. This knowledge can help you design and implement computer networks more effectively.

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Security Manager

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IT Manager

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Consultant

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Risk Manager

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