Hands-On Identity and Access Management with Entra ID

Securing digital assets starts with managing who has access to what, but grasping security concepts can feel overwhelming without practical context. This course guides you through the core principles of identity and access management using Entra ID. You will transition from understanding basic security concepts to confidently managing user identities, configuring multi-factor authentication, and implementing modern access policies. Through structured written walk-throughs, you will read and learn how to perform essential administrative tasks in a clear, step-by-step format. What you'll learn: 1. Understand foundational identity concepts including authentication, authorization, and directory services. 2. Configure user and group identities within Entra ID. 3. Implement multi-factor authentication and self-service password reset policies. 4. Apply Conditional Access policies to secure resources based on contextual risk factors. 5. Manage application registration and basic single sign-on integrations. 6. Practice auditing and monitoring identity logs to detect unauthorized access attempts. The course begins with essential terminology and core directory concepts before moving into practical configuration steps. You will progress through guided written scenarios that simulate real-world identity management challenges. This course is designed for IT beginners, aspiring security administrators, and system coordinators with no prior experience in identity management. Start building your foundational identity management skills today.