Microsoft Azure Administrator

Prerequisites

Participants should have:

• A basic understanding of cloud computing concepts.
• Experience with Windows Server administration, networking, and virtualisation technologies.
• Familiarity with PowerShell and the Azure portal is recommended.
• An understanding of identity, storage, compute, and networking concepts.
• Previous experience with Microsoft Azure is beneficial but not essential.

Target audience

This course is designed for:

• Azure administrators responsible for managing Microsoft Azure environments.
• Systems administrators transitioning to cloud administration roles.
• IT professionals supporting Azure infrastructure and services.
• Cloud engineers responsible for deploying and managing Azure resources.
• Professionals preparing for the Microsoft Certified: Azure Administrator Associate (AZ-104) certification.

Microsoft Azure Administrator Course Content

Understand Microsoft Entra ID

• Compare Microsoft Entra ID to Active Directory Domain Services
• Learn about Microsoft Entra ID P1 and P2 plans
• Explore Microsoft Entra Domain Services for managing domain-joined devices and apps in the cloud

Create, Configure, and Manage Identities

• Control access to cloud-based workloads
• Provide just-enough access for users and resources

Describe the Core Architectural Components of Azure

• Learn about Azure’s physical and management infrastructure
• Get started with Azure accounts

Azure Policy Initiatives

• Enforce organisational standards with Azure Policy
• Assess compliance at scale
• Manage Azure resources effectively

Secure Your Azure Resources with Azure Role-Based Access Control (Azure RBAC)

• Manage access to resources using Azure RBAC
• Grant and list access
• View activity logs for RBAC changes

Allow Users to Reset Their Password with Microsoft Entra Self-Service Password Reset

• Set up, configure, and test self-service password reset
• Customise directory branding

Configure Virtual Networks

• Plan and create virtual networks and subnets
• Configure IP addressing and public/private IPs

Configure Network Security Groups

• Implement and manage network security groups and rules
• Apply application security groups

Host Your Domain on Azure DNS

• Create DNS zones and records
• Test domain name resolution

Configure Azure Virtual Network Peering

• Set up peering connections
• Address transit and connectivity concerns

Manage and Control Traffic Flow in Your Azure Deployment with Routes

• Implement custom routes
• Create and use network virtual appliances (NVAs)

Introduction to Azure Load Balancer

• Understand Azure Load Balancer functionality and scenarios

Introduction to Azure Application Gateway

• Learn about Azure Application Gateway and its use cases

Introduction to Azure Network Watcher

• Detect and monitor network performance issues

Configure Storage Accounts

• Implement Azure Storage
• Explore storage services, account types, and replication
• Secure storage endpoints

Configure Azure Blob Storage

• Configure blob storage, tiers, and object replication
• Manage blobs and lifecycle rules

Configure Azure Storage Security

• Apply storage security features and best practices
• Use shared access signatures and encryption

Configure Azure Files

• Set up Azure Files and Azure File Sync
• Manage file shares and snapshots

Introduction to Azure Virtual Machines

• Plan, create, and manage virtual machines
• Use extensions and services for VM management
• Back up virtual machines

Configure Virtual Machine Availability

• Plan for maintenance and downtime
• Configure availability sets, zones, and scale sets
• Implement autoscale

Configure Azure App Service Plans

• Set up App Service plans
• Configure pricing and scaling options

Configure Azure App Service

• Deploy and monitor App Service instances
• Use deployment slots and Application Insights
• Secure and back up App Service apps

Configure Azure Container Instances

• Set up container instances and groups
• Compare containers to virtual machines

Introduction to Azure Backup

• Understand Azure Backup features and scenarios

Protect Your Virtual Machines by Using Azure Backup

• Back up and restore Azure virtual machines and other workloads

Monitor Your Azure Virtual Machines with Azure Monitor

• Collect and analyse VM metrics and logs
• Use Metrics Explorer and VM insights

Exams and assessments

This course prepares learners for the Microsoft Certified: Azure Administrator Associate (AZ-104) certification examination. Throughout the course, learners complete practical labs and knowledge-based exercises that reinforce the skills required to administer Microsoft Azure environments effectively. The exam is not

Hands-on learning

This course includes:

• Practical labs covering Azure identity, storage, compute, networking, and monitoring.
• Hands-on deployment and configuration exercises using the Azure portal.
• Real-world administration and troubleshooting scenarios.
• Guided activities covering backup, recovery, and governance.
• Instructor-led demonstrations using Microsoft Azure services.