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MS-102: Microsoft 365 Administrator

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Overview

Master the essentials of Microsoft 365 administration with MS-102: Microsoft 365 Administrator. This course equips you with in-demand skills to deploy, manage, and secure a Microsoft 365 environment. From understanding the Microsoft 365 ecosystem to advanced security and compliance management, you'll gain the expertise to optimize productivity and protect organizational data. The course begins with an introduction to the Microsoft 365 platform, exploring its product portfolio, tenant creation, and domain management. Learn to monitor service health, manage licenses, and streamline user and group operations. Dive into privileged identity management and bulk user management for seamless organizational efficiency. Next, deepen your expertise in Azure Active Directory (Azure AD), implementing features like self-service password reset, multi-factor authentication, and conditional access. Address synchronization challenges and ensure robust identity protection. Transition into the powerful Microsoft 365 Defender, improving secure scores, responding to alerts, and configuring Defender for Endpoint to tackle security threats effectively. Finally, enhance compliance strategies with Microsoft Purview. Learn to manage sensitive data, apply retention and sensitivity labels, and implement advanced data loss prevention (DLP) mechanisms. This course empowers administrators to achieve organizational excellence and safeguard digital assets. Designed for IT professionals and system administrators, this intermediate-level course is ideal for those with basic knowledge of Microsoft 365 and Azure AD. Gain hands-on expertise and elevate your career in enterprise technology management.

Syllabus

  • Overview
    • In this module, we will introduce you to the overarching goals of the MS-102 course and provide a high-level overview of Microsoft 365. You'll gain insight into the fundamental concepts and understand the framework for the learning journey ahead.
  • Deploying and Managing a Microsoft 365 Tenant
    • In this module, we will explore the foundational steps of deploying and managing a Microsoft 365 tenant. You'll learn about the Microsoft 365 product portfolio, tenant and domain creation, and key administrative tasks such as license management, user and group configuration, and service health monitoring. Advanced concepts like Privileged Identity Management and delegation will also be covered to ensure robust security practices.
  • Implementing Identity in Azure AD
    • In this module, we will focus on the critical aspects of identity implementation within Azure Active Directory (Azure AD). You'll learn to sync on-premises AD accounts with Azure AD, explore authentication methods, and configure security features such as password protection, identity protection, and Conditional Access. Advanced troubleshooting techniques and strategic planning for secure access policies will also be covered to ensure robust identity management.
  • Managing Security with Microsoft 365 Defender
    • In this module, we will explore the comprehensive security capabilities of Microsoft 365 Defender. You'll learn how to manage and respond to security alerts, threats, and compliance issues across the Microsoft 365 ecosystem. Through configuring policies, creating campaigns, and analyzing threat analytics, you'll enhance your organization's security posture. Additionally, you'll delve into Microsoft Defender for Endpoint, gaining insights on device onboarding and endpoint vulnerability management.
  • Managing Compliance using Microsoft Purview
    • In this module, we will delve into Microsoft Purview, focusing on its role in managing compliance and protecting sensitive information. You will learn to configure sensitive info types, retention, and sensitivity labels to govern your organization's data. The module also covers implementing DLP policies for workloads and endpoints, along with strategies for monitoring and responding to DLP alerts to maintain a secure and compliant environment.

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