MS-102 Implement identity synchronization

Intermediate
Administrator
Solution Architect
Technology Manager
Microsoft 365
Office 365

This learning path examines how organizations should plan for and implement identity synchronization in a hybrid Microsoft 365 deployment. You learn how to implement Microsoft Entra Connect Sync and Microsoft Entra Cloud Sync, and how to manage synchronized identities.

Prerequisites

  • Students should complete a role-based administrator training collection such as Messaging, Teamwork, Security and Compliance, or Collaboration prior to taking this course.
  • Students should have a proficient understanding of DNS and basic functional experience with Microsoft 365 services.
  • Students must have a proficient understanding of general IT practices.
  • Students should have a working knowledge of PowerShell.

Modules in this learning path

This module examines identity synchronization and explores the authentication and provisioning options that can be used, and the inner-workings of directory synchronization.

This module examines all the planning aspects that must be considered when implementing directory synchronization between on-premises Active Directory and Microsoft Entra ID.

This module examines the Microsoft Entra Connect Sync and Microsoft Entra Cloud Sync installation requirements, the options for installing and configuring the tools, and how to monitor synchronization services using Microsoft Entra Connect Health.

This module examines how to manage user identities when you configure Microsoft Entra Connect Sync, how to manage users and groups in Microsoft 365 with Microsoft Entra Connect Sync, and how to maintain directory synchronization.

This module examines the various features provided in the Microsoft 365 ecosystem for securing user access, such as Conditional Access policies, multifactor authentication, self-service password management, Smart Lockout policies, and security defaults.