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Microsoft 365: Advanced Admin

Course Summary

This course is designed for experienced administrators responsible for deploying, managing, and securing Microsoft 365 environments. It covers topics related to Microsoft 365 administration, identity synchronization, security, and compliance. Learners will gain the skills necessary to effectively configure, manage, and secure their Microsoft 365 tenants while coordinating across various workloads. Participants will be better prepared to address the complexities of modern cloud and hybrid deployments, ensuring the security and compliance of their organization's digital workspace.

Purpose
Gain the skills necessary to effectively configure, manage, and secure their Microsoft 365 tenants.
Prerequisites
In order to succeed in this course, you will need:
Administration experience in at least one Microsoft 365 workload.
Knowledge of networking, server administration, DNS, and PowerShell.
Audience
Microsoft 365 Administrators
Skill level
Advanced
Style
Lecture | Hands-on Activities
Duration
5 days
Related technologies
Microsoft Defender | PowerShell

 

Productivity objectives
  • Configure advanced settings in their Microsoft 365 tenant to meet specific organizational requirements.
  • Manage Microsoft 365 tenants efficiently, serving as an integrating hub for all Microsoft 365 workloads.
  • Implement identity synchronization between on-premises and cloud environments.
  • Analyze and utilize security metrics within Microsoft 365 Defender.
  • Effectively manage security devices using Microsoft 365 Defender.
  • Implement threat protection strategies using Microsoft 365 Defender.
  • Explore data governance features and policies within Microsoft 365.
  • Implement and manage compliance policies and measures in Microsoft 365.
  • Set up and configure a Microsoft 365 tenant to meet organizational requirements.
  • Create custom PowerShell scripts for automation and efficient administration.
  • Manage and optimize Microsoft 365 apps to enhance productivity

What you'll learn:

In this course, you'll learn:
  • Configuring Your Microsoft 365 Tenant
    • Introduction to Advanced Tenant Configuration
      • Exploring advanced settings in Microsoft 365
      • Customizing configurations to meet specific organizational requirements
    • Managing Domains and DNS Records
      • Adding and verifying domains in Microsoft 365
      • Configuring DNS records for Office 365 services
    • Implementing Custom Policies and Settings
      • Creating and applying custom policies for security and compliance
      • Advanced configuration options for Microsoft 365 services
  • Managing Microsoft 365 Tenant
    • Coordinating Across Multiple Workloads
      • Strategies for efficient workload management
      • Integration and coordination between Microsoft 365 services
    • Implementing Governance and Compliance Controls
      • Setting up governance and compliance policies
      • Ensuring regulatory compliance within Microsoft 365
    • Leveraging Automation and Scripting
      • Introduction to automation tools (e.g., PowerShell)
      • Scripting techniques for efficient tenant management
  • Implementing Identity Synchronization
    • Understanding Identity Synchronization Concepts
      • Identity synchronization overview
      • Benefits of identity synchronization for hybrid environments
    • Configuring and Optimizing Azure AD Connect
      • Setting up and configuring Azure AD Connect
      • Optimization strategies for identity synchronization
    • Implementing Single Sign-On (SSO)
      • Enabling single sign-on for hybrid environments
      • Integrating on-premises and cloud identities
  • Microsoft 365 Defender - Security and Threat Protection
    • Exploring Security Metrics and Dashboards
      • Analyzing security metrics and reports in Microsoft 365 Defender
      • Utilizing dashboards for threat visibility
    • Managing Security Devices and Configurations
      • Configuration and management of security devices
      • Ensuring the security posture of your Microsoft 365 environment
    • Implementing Advanced Threat Protection Measures
      • Strategies for proactive threat detection and prevention
      • Responding to and mitigating advanced threats
  • Data Governance and Compliance in Microsoft 365
    • Exploring data governance features in Microsoft 365.
    • Implementing data retention and deletion policies.
    • Configuring eDiscovery and legal holds.
    • Managing compliance in Microsoft 365.
    • Hands-on lab: Implementing data governance and compliance.

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