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Cybersecurity Identity and Access Solutions using Azure AD (Coursera)

Offered by Microsoft,

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.

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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.
This course is part of the Microsoft Cybersecurity Analyst Professional Certificate.

Syllabus

Identity services
Module 1
Examine Azure Active Directory identity services. Learn about the various subscription packages, managing users and groups, Azure Active Directory identity types, and how Azure Active Directory facilitates SaaS.

Active Directory authentication
Module 2
Learn about the different authentication methods and features available in Azure Active Directory to help improve and secure sign-in events. Learn how to use authentication to verify and control access and permissions to various resources to better security overall.

Active Directory access, protection, and governance management
Module 3
Explore Azure Active Directory as a tool for identity and access management in Microsoft Cloud. Learn about Azure AD services and identity principals, secure authentication, access management capabilities, as well as identity protection and governance.

Identity and access solutions
Module 4
Put your skills into practice by configuring identity and access policies for the end-of-course project and reinforce your understanding of the key concepts you’ve learned.

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