This course is designed to prepare professionals to efficiently manage and configure work environments based on the Windows Server operating system, with a strong emphasis on Hybrid Cloud solutions. The program is built upon the latest Microsoft-approved curricula for 2026, integrating traditional on-premises server administration skills with advanced cloud services delivered through the Microsoft Azure platform. This approach ensures that participants remain fully aligned with modern market demands in infrastructure management.
Note: This course does not grant a certificate of attendance. It is specifically designed to prepare and train participants to successfully pass the official examination, equipping them with a high level of professional competence to obtain the Microsoft Certified Solutions Associate (MCSA) certification within the modern hybrid server administration track officially accredited by Microsoft.
Course Objectives
- Establish a solid foundation in Identity and Access management within on-premises and hybrid environments.
- Enable participants to configure and manage advanced Networking Services and Storage Solutions.
- Explain virtualization operations using Hyper-V and container technologies.
- Strengthen skills in Infrastructure Security and ensure business continuity.
- Apply monitoring, automation, and centralized update management strategies.
- Prepare technical professionals for the AZ-800 and AZ-801 examinations, which represent the modern global certification pathway for this credential.
Detailed Training Content
Unit 1: Identity Services and Domain Management
- Deploying and managing Active Directory Domain Services (AD DS) in large enterprise environments.
- Managing Hybrid Identity and synchronizing directory objects with Microsoft Entra ID.
- Configuring Group Policy Objects (GPOs) and managing centralized device and user preferences.
- Managing digital certificates and internal trust services.
- Practical exercises and application questions on hybrid directory services and group policy management.
Unit 2: Hybrid Networking Infrastructure
- Managing advanced DNS and DHCP services to ensure reliable addressing and name resolution.
- Implementing and managing hybrid connectivity solutions such as Virtual Private Networks (VPNs).
- Enterprise-level IP Address Management (IPAM).
- Configuring routing and remote access services and securing communication channels.
- Practical exercises and application questions on advanced networking services and cloud connectivity solutions.
Unit 3: Virtualization and Storage
- Deploying and managing Hyper-V environments, including virtual machines and associated virtual networks.
- Implementing and managing Windows Containers and deploying isolated applications.
- Managing distributed storage solutions using Storage Spaces Direct.
- Optimizing storage efficiency and implementing data redundancy techniques.
- Practical exercises and application questions on virtualization and modern storage technologies.
Unit 4: High Availability and Disaster Recovery
- Configuring Failover Clustering to protect critical services from downtime.
- Managing Live Migration to ensure continuous operation of virtual servers.
- Implementing backup strategies using Windows Server Backup and integrating with Azure Backup.
- Managing disaster recovery using Hyper-V Replica and system recovery planning.
- Practical exercises and application questions on high availability and disaster recovery strategies.
Unit 5: Infrastructure Security and Monitoring
- Hardening Windows Servers and minimizing potential attack surfaces.
- Managing software updates using WSUS and ensuring security compliance.
- Monitoring system performance using Performance Monitor and analyzing Event Logs.
- Automating administrative tasks using PowerShell and Windows Admin Center.
- Practical exercises and application questions on system security, monitoring tools, and automation.
Unit 6: Final Review and Official Exam Simulation
- Comprehensive review of all technical requirements for the modern hybrid certification track.
- Analysis of case studies and training on solving complex problems under time constraints.
- Conducting a full mock exam simulating the actual exam environment in terms of format and difficulty.
- Discussing question analysis strategies and eliminating incorrect answer options to improve success rates.
- Practical exercises and application questions covering the full modern MCSA curriculum and official exam simulation.
Target Audience
- Systems Administrators seeking to transition toward hybrid cloud administration.
- Network and Infrastructure Engineers.
- Advanced Technical Support professionals (Tier 2/3).
- IT Consultants specializing in Microsoft solutions.
- Students and graduates seeking an international certification validating their expertise in modern server management.
The modern hybrid version of the MCSA certification represents a foundational pillar for professionals aspiring to excel in contemporary data center management. It equips you with the ability to balance on-premises operational strength with cloud flexibility. Enrolling in this course is a strategic investment that ensures global recognition and the technical capability to lead digital initiatives within major organizations, opening unlimited career opportunities in the global technology job market.
