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Cybersecurity Identity and Access Solutions using Azure AD

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Cybersecurity Identity and Access Solutions using Azure AD

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There are 4 modules in this course

Upon completing the first three courses of the Professional Certificate, you should have some foundational knowledge about computers, operating systems, networking, and cyberthreats, all of which put you in a good position to explore cybersecurity in greater detail.

In this course, you’ll explore the world of authorization and authentication, and understand the concepts of two-step authentication and single sign-on policies. You’ll also become familiar with the features and capabilities of Azure Active Directory (Azure AD), particularly those relating to the benefits of using Azure AD to manage an enterprise’s security requirements including access management, identity governance, and management. This course will take you one step closer to the Microsoft Cybersecurity Analyst Professional Certificate, which requires no degree or prior experience. After completing this course, you’ll be able to: • Explain the concept of Active Directory • Describe Authentication methods • Discuss access management This is also a great way to prepare for the Microsoft SC-900 exam. By passing the SC-900 exam, you’ll earn the Microsoft Security, Compliance, and Identity Fundamentals Certification.

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This module introduces core identity services in Microsoft Entra ID and their role in managing enterprise security. You will explore identity types, user and group management, and how identity supports secure access to applications, including SaaS environments. The module also covers subscription models and implementation considerations, enabling you to understand how identity services form the foundation of access management systems.

What's included

10 videos19 readings5 assignments

10 videosTotal 58 minutes

Introduction to the course5 minutes
Introduction to AAD6 minutes
Migration6 minutes
Implementing Azure AD in your organization7 minutes
Let's talk about Azure Active Directory3 minutes
Comparing Azure AD editions7 minutes
Choosing the right Azure AD edition for your organization6 minutes
Overview of Azure AD identity types7 minutes
Azure AD B2B and B2C7 minutes
Module summary: Identity services6 minutes

19 readingsTotal 190 minutes

Course syllabus10 minutes
Setting up your free Azure account10 minutes
Microsoft Azure Active Directory name change10 minutes
Clean up resources 10 minutes
Working with Azure portal10 minutes
Additional resources: Identity services5 minutes
Features of Microsoft Entra ID10 minutes
Managing users and groups in Microsoft Entra ID10 minutes
Exercise: Microsoft Entra ID30 minutes
Exemplar: Microsoft Entra ID10 minutes
Clean up resources 10 minutes
Additional resources: Microsoft Entra ID5 minutes
Microsoft Entra ID pricing model10 minutes
Upgrading to a higher Microsoft Entra ID edition10 minutes
Additional resources: Microsoft Entra ID and editions5 minutes
Identity scope10 minutes
Activity: Create a Microsoft Entra ID Identity10 minutes
Using Microsoft Entra ID with other identity providers10 minutes
Additional resources: Microsoft Entra ID identity types5 minutes

5 assignmentsTotal 125 minutes

Module quiz: Identity services50 minutes
Knowledge check: Microsoft Entra ID15 minutes
Knowledge check: Microsoft Entra ID and editions15 minutes
Knowledge check: Microsoft Entra ID identity types15 minutes
Applying Azure AD Identity Services to Strengthen Enterprise Security30 minutes

This module focuses on authentication mechanisms used to secure access in enterprise environments. You will learn about different authentication methods, including single sign-on (SSO), multi-factor authentication (MFA), and password management strategies. The module also covers hybrid identity models, password protection, and self-service password reset (SSPR). By the end, you will understand how authentication strengthens access control and reduces security risks.

What's included

12 videos12 readings6 assignments

12 videosTotal 79 minutes

AAD authentication introduction6 minutes
Introduction to hybrid identities7 minutes
Variations on authentication6 minutes
Introduction to vaults6 minutes
Set up a SSO in the free Azure portal8 minutes
Introduction to MFA7 minutes
Managing multi-factor authentication in Azure Active Directory7 minutes
Recovery for the MFA6 minutes
Introducing self-service password reset7 minutes
Enabling and configuring self-service password reset6 minutes
Password validation6 minutes
Module summary: Active Directory authentication6 minutes

12 readingsTotal 145 minutes

Expand on Microsoft Entra ID authentication methods10 minutes
Authentication methods10 minutes
Password information10 minutes
Activity: Check out how brute force attacks work10 minutes
Exercise: Set up a SSO in the Entra ID portal30 minutes
Exemplar: Set up a SSO in the Entra ID portal10 minutes
Additional resources: Active Directory authentication5 minutes
Tracking triggers10 minutes
Additional resources5 minutes
Exercise: Implementing SSPR30 minutes
Exemplar: Implementing SSPR10 minutes
Additional resources: Multi-factor authentication5 minutes

6 assignmentsTotal 130 minutes

Module quiz: Active directory authentication50 minutes
Self-review: Set up a SSO in the free Azure portal15 minutes
Knowledge check: Active Directory authentication15 minutes
Knowledge check: Multi-factor authentication15 minutes
Self-review: Implementing SSPR10 minutes
Knowledge check: Password protection and resetting25 minutes

This module explores advanced identity and access management capabilities within Microsoft Entra ID. You will learn to implement conditional access policies, manage roles through role-based access control (RBAC), and apply identity governance practices. The module also covers privileged identity management (PIM) and protection strategies to secure sensitive access. By the end, you will be able to design and manage secure, policy-driven access environments.

What's included

10 videos15 readings6 assignments

10 videosTotal 69 minutes

Conditional Access policies8 minutes
Using Conditional Access in Azure AD9 minutes
Role-based access7 minutes
Roles in action5 minutes
Introduction to identity governance7 minutes
Designing identity governance8 minutes
Managing identities6 minutes
Just-in-time, and just enough access7 minutes
Privileged Identity Management (PIM)6 minutes
Module summary: Active Directory access, protection, and governance management7 minutes

15 readingsTotal 150 minutes

How to create a conditional policy10 minutes
Conditional Access in Microsoft Entra ID10 minutes
Exercise: Conditional policy30 minutes
Exemplar: Conditional policy10 minutes
Additional resources: Conditional Access5 minutes
Configuring roles and role-based access10 minutes
Roles10 minutes
Creating custom roles10 minutes
Additional resources: Roles and role-based access5 minutes
Microsoft Entra ID security and zero-policy10 minutes
Security principals10 minutes
Best practices for identity governance10 minutes
Additional resources: Identity governance5 minutes
Securing privileged access with Microsoft Entra Privileged Identity Management (PIM)10 minutes
Additional resources: Privileged Identity Management and protection5 minutes

6 assignmentsTotal 138 minutes

Module quiz: Active Directory access, protection, and governance management50 minutes
Self-review: Conditional policy15 minutes
Knowledge check: Conditional Access18 minutes
Knowledge check: Roles and role-based access15 minutes
Knowledge check: Identity governance25 minutes
Knowledge check: Privileged Identity Management and protection15 minutes

This module consolidates your learning through a hands-on project where you configure identity and access policies in a real-world scenario. You will apply authentication, access control, and governance concepts to design secure solutions. The module also includes a final assessment to evaluate your ability to implement identity and access management strategies effectively.