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Microsoft Identity and Access Administrator (SC-300) Course

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Master Identity and Access Management in Microsoft 365. Learn to safeguard user identities, control access, and ensure compliance across enterprise environments.

course: Microsoft Certified Identity and Access Administrator (SC-300)

Duration: 4 days

Format: Virtual or Classroom

Prepares for Exam: Microsoft Identity and Access Administrator SC-300

Prepares for Certification: Microsoft Certified: Identity and Access Administrator Associate

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Overview

The Microsoft Identity and Access Administrator (SC-300) course teaches you to manage identity, access, and security across Microsoft 365 and Azure environments. You will gain practical skills in authentication, authorization, conditional access, and governance. This instructor-led training prepares you for the SC-300 exam and the Microsoft Certified: Identity and Access Administrator Associate certification.

This course includes

Instructor-led training
Practice test
Pre-reading
Personal Learning Path
Certification Guarantee
Email, chat and phone support

Who is the Microsoft Certified Identity and Access Administrator Associate (SC-300) training course for?

The Microsoft Certified Identity and Access Administrator certification (SC 300) is for individuals who want to demonstrate their expertise in managing identity and access with Microsoft Azure Active Directory. This certification is ideal for identity and access administrators, security engineers, and other technical professionals. The SC300 certification exam covers various topics including implementing and managing Azure Active Directory, implementing and managing hybrid identity, configuring and managing Azure AD identity protection, implementing and managing Azure AD conditional access, and configuring and managing Azure AD Privileged Identity Management.

Curriculum

What you will learn during our Microsoft Identity and Access Administrator online training.

Implement initial configuration of Azure Active Directory

Configure and manage Azure AD directory roles
Configure and manage custom domains
Configure and manage device registration options
Configure delegation by using administrative units
Configure tenantwide settings

Create, configure, and manage identities

Create, configure, and manage users
Create, configure, and manage groups
Manage licenses

Implement and manage external identities

Manage external collaboration settings in Azure Active Directory
Invite external users (individually or in bulk)
Manage external user accounts in Azure Active Directory
Configure identity providers (social and SAML/WSfed)

Implement and manage hybrid identity

Implement and manage Azure Active Directory Connect (AADC)
Implement and manage Password Hash Synchronization (PHS)
Implement and manage PassThrough Authentication (PTA)
Implement and manage seamless Single SignOn (SSO)
Implement and manage Federation excluding manual ADFS deployments
Implement and manage Azure Active Directory Connect Health
Troubleshoot synchronization errors
Implement an authentication and access management solution

Plan and implement Azure Multifactor Authentication (MFA)

Plan Azure MFA deployment (excluding MFA Server)
Implement and manage Azure MFA settings
Manage MFA settings for users

Manage user authentication

Administer authentication methods (FIDO2 / Passwordless)
Implement an authentication solution based on Windows Hello for Business
Configure and deploy selfservice password reset
Deploy and manage password protection
Implement and manage tenant restrictions

Plan, implement, and administer conditional access

Plan and implement security defaults
Plan conditional access policies
Implement conditional access policy controls and assignments (targeting, applications, and conditions)
Testing and troubleshooting conditional access policies
Implement application controls
Implement session management
Configure smart lockout thresholds

Manage Azure AD Identity Protection

Implement and manage a user risk policy
Implement and manage signin risk policies
Implement and manage MFA registration policy
Monitor, investigate and remediate elevated risky users

Plan, implement, and monitor the integration of Enterprise Apps for Single Sign-On (SSO)

Implement and configure consent settings
Discover apps by using MCAS or ADFS app report
Design and implement access management for apps
Design and implement app management roles
Monitor and audit access / SignOns to Azure Active Directory integrated enterprise applications
Implement token customizations
Integrate onpremises apps by using Azure AD application proxy
Integrate custom SaaS apps for SSO
Configure preintegrated (gallery) SaaS apps
Implement application user provisioning

Implement app registrations

Plan your line of business application registration strategy
Implement application registrations
Configure application permissions
Implement application authorization
Plan and configure multitier application permissions

Plan and implement entitlement management

Define catalogs
Define access packages
Plan, implement and manage entitlements
Implement and manage terms of use
Manage the lifecycle of external users in Azure AD Identity Governance settings

Plan, implement, and manage access reviews

Plan for access reviews
Create access reviews for groups and apps
Monitor access review findings
Manage licenses for access reviews
Automate access review management tasks
Configure recurring access reviews

Plan and implement privileged access

Define a privileged access strategy for administrative users (resources, roles, approvals, thresholds)
Configure Privileged Identity Management for Azure AD roles
Configure Privileged Identity Management for Azure resources
Assign roles
Manage PIM requests
Analyze PIM audit history and reports
Create and manage breakglass accounts

Monitor and maintain Azure Active Directory

Analyze and investigate signin logs to troubleshoot access issues
Review and monitor Azure AD audit logs
Enable and integrate Azure AD diagnostic logs with Log Analytics / Azure Sentinel
Export signin and audit logs to a thirdparty SIEM

Preparation

How to best be prepared for our Microsoft Identity and Access Administrator training.

At Readynez, we provide many resources and have experienced experts in the field. That is why we also have great success with satisfied customers. You can therefore safely take your course with us. In order to take the SC-300 course, however, some prerequisites are required.

You have the perfect starting point to take this course with these prerequisites:

Familiarity with Microsoft Azure: It's essential to have a good understanding of Microsoft Azure, including its features and services related to identity and access management.
Experience with Identity Services: Candidates should have practical experience working with identity services both on-premises and in the cloud. This includes experience with Azure Active Directory, Active Directory Domain Services, and other identity-related services.
Knowledge of Security Concepts: A solid understanding of security concepts, including authentication methods, authorization, encryption, and threat detection, is important for this certification.
Experience with Compliance and Governance: Candidates should be familiar with compliance and governance requirements related to identity and access management, particularly as they pertain to regulatory standards such as GDPR, HIPAA, etc.
Experience with Microsoft 365 Services: Familiarity with Microsoft 365 services, such as Exchange Online, SharePoint Online, and Microsoft Teams, is beneficial as these services often integrate with Azure Active Directory for identity management.
Experience with Networking: Basic networking knowledge is helpful, as identity and access management often intersect with network security concepts.
Hands-on Experience: While not explicitly stated as a prerequisite, hands-on experience with implementing and managing identity and access solutions in a real-world environment is invaluable for success in this certification.

Meet our instructors

Meet some of the Readynez Instructors you can meet on your course. They are experts, passionate about what they do, and dedicated to give back to their industry, their field, and those who want to learn, explore, and advance in their careers.

Michel Aguilera

Michel excels with a vast expertise in the fields of consulting, training and project management.

Michel excels with a vast expertise in the fields of consulting, training and project management. During his 20 year IT career he has acquired a wide range of skills, both technical and management wise. He is a keen lover of challenges and keeps up to date with market expectations. Having a multi-cultural approach, he can even train in 5 different languages with ease.

In addition to this, he is very experienced as a hands-on consultant and has worked with various integrations and migrations including Windows migrations, Datacenter consolidations, multiple solution integrations, ITSM implementations. He is also an expert on Cloud environments and in virtualization techniques as well (Operating systems and applications).

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Marc Michault

Marc is a dedicated trainer at heart and has been training clients in Microsoft enterprise technologies for about twenty years.

Marc has been training clients in Microsoft enterprise technologies for about twenty years, and has vast experience with demonstrating and implementing Microsoft's latest enterprise technologies for both small and large enterprises.

Marc is a dedicated trainer at heart and thrives with ensuring the technical readiness of Microsoft Partners on upcoming solutions, in collaboration with different Microsoft subsidiaries.

He refers to himself as a perfect example of the “Alpine Geek” (Nerdus Alpinus), having delivered courses in two languages and multiple countries for over twenty years, but living in a three-hundred year old chalet in the Swiss Alps that only got broadband Internet in 2009.

He often works with Microsoft subsidiaries, particularly around Partner Readiness, and has presented at various Microsoft events (TechED, TechDays, MCT Summits). He currently serves the Microsoft Certified Trainer community as the MCT Regional Lead for Switzerland.

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FAQ

FAQs for the Microsoft Certified Identity and Access Administrator (SC-300)

What is SC-300 certification?

The Microsoft Certified Identity and Access Administrator (SC-300) certification is designed for IT professionals who specialize in identity and access management, focusing on the Microsoft Identity platform.

How do I prepare for the SC-300 certification exam?

Embark on a transformative journey with Readynez's comprehensive course for the Microsoft Certified: Identity and Access Administrator (SC-300) exam. Acquire the skills needed to design and manage identity solutions using Microsoft Azure Active Directory. Our expert-led training ensures you're well-prepared to pass the SC-300 exam, unlocking new career possibilities. Join us, and let Readynez guide you to certification success.

What are the prerequisites for SC-300 certification?

The Microsoft Certified Identity and Access Administrator (SC-300) certification, typically doesn't have strict prerequisites in terms of required certifications or courses. However, it is recommended that candidates have a foundational understanding of Microsoft 365 and Azure services, as well as some experience in identity and access management.

How much does the SC-300 exam cost?

The exam fees for most Microsoft certification exams including the SC-300 certification exam is $165 or €152.

What topics are covered in the SC-300 exam?

The Microsoft Certified: Identity and Access Administrator (SC-300) exam syllabus explores vital aspects of identity and access management using Microsoft technologies. Topics encompass designing and implementing identity solutions, managing authentication, implementing Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA), and configuring Azure AD identity services. This comprehensive exam ensures proficiency in identity governance, privileged access, and Azure AD infrastructure implementation.

Is SC-300 certification worth it for my career?

Yes, the Microsoft Certified: Identity and Access Administrator (SC-300) certification is worth pursuing for your career. It validates your expertise in identity and access management using Microsoft technologies, making you a valuable asset for organizations implementing Azure AD solutions. This certification enhances your professional credibility, opens doors to new career opportunities, and demonstrates your proficiency in a crucial area of modern IT.

How long does it take to become SC-300 certified?

The time it takes to become Microsoft Certified Identity and Access Administrator (SC-300) certified can vary based on your prior experience, familiarity with the exam topics, and the time you can dedicate to studying. For individuals with a solid understanding of identity and access management, particularly with Microsoft technologies, a few weeks of focused study and preparation may be sufficient.

Can I take the SC-300 exam online?

Most Microsoft certification exams including SC-300 can be taken online or in person at a Pearson VUE Authorized Test Center.

How easy or difficult is it to pass the SC-300 exam?

The difficulty of the Microsoft Certified: Identity and Access Administrator (SC-300) exam can vary based on your prior experience, familiarity with the exam objectives, and how well you've prepared. For individuals with a strong background in identity and access management, particularly using Microsoft technologies, the exam may be more manageable. Effective preparation, including training courses, self-study, hands-on experience, and practice exams, significantly increases your chances of success.

What is the passing score for the SC-300 exam?

A score of 700 or greater is required to pass.

How can I maintain my SC-300 certification?

Certifications like the SC-300 expire one year after their achievement date. Approximately six months before a certification's expiration date, its renewal assessment will be enabled.

How much salary can I get after getting SC-300 certified?

Salary figures for individuals with the Microsoft Certified: Identity and Access Administrator (SC-300) certification may vary based on factors such as your geographical location, level of experience, industry, and specific job role.

Reviews

Feedback from our Identity and Access Administrator delegates.

Stephen Ridgway

Readynez is the best training provider I've used for many years. Their customer service is first class, prices are very competitive and instruction excellent.