Managing Identity with AD DS and Entra ID

In today's interconnected world, robust identity management is critical for securing access to resources and data. This course provides a foundational understanding of how to manage and protect digital identities across hybrid IT infrastructures. You will gain practical knowledge to establish secure authentication and authorization mechanisms for users and applications. Upon completing this course, you will be able to effectively administer identity services, ensuring secure and seamless access for your organization's workforce, whether they are accessing on-premises systems or cloud-based applications. What you'll learn: * Understand foundational concepts of identity, authentication, and authorization. * Configure and manage Active Directory Domain Services (AD DS) for on-premises user and group administration. * Implement and administer Entra ID for cloud-based identity management and application access. * Secure user access using Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA) and Conditional Access policies. * Integrate on-premises AD DS with Entra ID to establish a hybrid identity environment. * Apply best practices for identity governance and securing access based on the principle of least privilege. This course begins with core identity principles, progresses through practical configurations of AD DS and Entra ID, and concludes with strategies for integrating these services into a cohesive hybrid identity solution. The content is delivered through clear, written explanations and practical exercises. This course is designed for IT professionals, aspiring system administrators, or anyone new to identity and access management who wants to build a strong foundation. No prior experience with identity services is required. Start your journey to becoming proficient in modern identity management today.