"Manage identity and access in Azure Active Directory" refers to the process of controlling and securing access to resources in Microsoft Azure using Azure Active Directory (Azure AD).
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User Identity Management: Create and manage user accounts, groups, and roles.
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Authentication: Configure secure authentication methods like passwords, multi-factor authentication (MFA), and single sign-on (SSO).
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Authorization: Control access to Azure resources through permissions and access policies.
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Privileged Identity Management (PIM): Manage privileged roles and access to sensitive resources with just-in-time access and approval workflows.
Before learning to manage identity and access in Azure Active Directory, it's helpful to have:
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Basic Cloud Knowledge: Understanding of cloud computing concepts and familiarity with Microsoft Azure services.
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Identity Management Fundamentals: Knowledge of basic identity management concepts such as user accounts, groups, and permissions.
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Security Fundamentals: Understanding of cybersecurity principles and best practices, including authentication methods and access controls.
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Active Directory Experience: Experience with Active Directory (AD) or similar directory services can be beneficial.
By learning to manage identity and access in Azure Active Directory, you gain skills in:
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Identity Management: Ability to create and manage user accounts, groups, and roles.
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Access Control: Expertise in controlling access to Azure resources through permissions and policies.
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Authentication: Knowledge of configuring secure authentication methods like multi-factor authentication (MFA) and single sign-on (SSO).
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Security: Understanding of implementing security features like conditional access policies and identity protection.
