Azure Identity and Access Management

Securing cloud resources is paramount in today's digital landscape, and effective Identity and Access Management (IAM) is at its core. This course provides a foundational understanding of how to manage and protect access to your cloud environment. By completing this course, you will gain the practical skills needed to configure, monitor, and maintain secure identity and access solutions within Azure. You will be equipped to implement best practices that safeguard your data and applications from unauthorized access. What you'll learn: * Understand the foundational concepts of Identity and Access Management (IAM) within cloud environments. * Configure and manage identities using Azure Active Directory (now Entra ID) for users, groups, and devices. * Implement robust access control strategies with Azure Role-Based Access Control (RBAC) and Conditional Access policies. * Explore and apply modern authentication methods, including multi-factor authentication (MFA) and passwordless options. * Utilize Managed Identities to securely authenticate Azure services without managing credentials. * Learn to enforce Zero Trust principles to enhance the security posture of your Azure resources. * Practice securing your cloud infrastructure by applying best practices for identity governance and access review. This course begins with essential IAM terminology and core Azure identity services, progressing through practical configurations and culminating in advanced security concepts. It is designed for absolute beginners with no prior experience in cloud security or Azure. Start your journey to becoming proficient in Azure identity and access management today.