SC300: Microsoft Identity Access and Administration

Description of the training

This training allows you to understand the management of identities and accesses in Microsoft Azure and Microsoft 365. You will learn how to configure secure authentication solutions, deploy privileged roles and implement conditional access strategies. After this training, you will be able to effectively secure authentication and identity management in a cloud environment.

Objectives of training

At the end of this training, participants will be able to:

• Manage user identities and accesses in Azure Active Directory and Microsoft 365.
• Implement secure authentication solutions, including multi-factor authentication (MFA).
• Configure and manage conditional access to protect applications and data.
• Deploy and administer privileged roles with Azure AD Privileged Identity Management (PIM).
• Monitor, detect and respond to identity threats with Microsoft Identity Protection.

Who is this training for?

The training is aimed at a wide audience, including:

• IT Security Professionals: Manages access in hybrid infrastructure.
• Azure Administrators: Wishing to strengthen their security skills in Azure.
• Computer Security Analysts: Specializes in cybersecurity and incident management.
• Cloud Architects: Designing secure solutions with Entra AD.
• Cyber Security Consultants: Accompaniing companies in the management of identities and accesses in Azure.
• Responsible for Risk Management and Compliance: Secure cloud environments to meet regulatory requirements.

Prerequisites

No specific prerequisites are required. This training is available to anyone wishing to discover safety on Azure, but a basic knowledge of computer science or information systems can be an asset.

Training programme

Introduction and Identity Management and Access

• Introduction to security in Azure and identity management.
• Managing Identities and Access in Entra ID .
• Implementation of Multifactor Authentication (MFA) and Synchronization Strategies.

Data Protection and Infrastructure Security

• Data encryption management, key protection and backup strategies.
• Configuration of security of virtual machines, networks and containers.
• Use of firewalls and network security groups (NSGs) in Azure.

Monitoring, Response to Threats and Securing Applications

• Configuration of the Azure Security Center for incident management and security alerts.
• Secure applications and APIs in Azure, risk and vulnerability management.
• Use of Azure Sentinel for threat detection and incident management.

Training assets

• Pedagogical approach: An alternative between theory and practice for better assimilation of concepts.
• Qualified trainers: Specialists with practical experience in the area of identity and access management.
• Educational tools and materials: Access to online resources, live demonstrations and real-life case studies.
• Accessibility: Training is open to all, without advanced technical prerequisites.

Pedagogical methods and tools used

• Live demonstrations with identity and access management services on Azure.
• Practical workshops and real case studies in various sectors (industry, trade, health).
• Feedback: Sharing best practices and common mistakes in business.
• Simulations and tools: Using simulators and cloud platforms for interactive workshops.

Evaluation

• MCQ at the end of training.
• Practical case studies.
• Continuous evaluation with personalized feedback.

Normative References

• Azure Well-Architected Framework.
• GDPR (General Data Protection Regulation).
• CCPA (California Consumer Privacy Act).
• HIPAA (Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act).
• ISO 27001, SOC 2 (Service Organization Control).
• PCI-DSS (Payment Card Industry Data Security Standard).
• NIST Cybersecurity Framework.