AZ-104: Microsoft Azure Administrator

Course Description

The AZ-104: Microsoft Azure Administrator course is designed for IT professionals who are responsible for managing cloud services that span storage, networking, security, and compute capabilities within Microsoft Azure. This course provides hands-on experience in implementing, managing, and monitoring an organization’s Microsoft Azure environment.

Participants will learn to manage Azure subscriptions, secure identities, administer the infrastructure, configure virtual networking, and monitor Azure resources. The course also prepares learners for the Microsoft Certified: Azure Administrator Associate certification, validating their ability to handle administrative tasks in Azure environments efficiently.

By the end of this course, participants will be able to confidently manage Azure services, ensuring scalability, security, and compliance in cloud operations.

Key Learning Objectives

By the end of this course, learners will be able to:

1. Manage Azure Identities and Governance
2. Implement and Manage Storage
3. Deploy and Manage Azure Compute Resources
4. Configure and Manage Virtual Networks
5. Monitor and Back Up Azure Resources
6. Optimize Azure Resource Usage and Costs

Prerequisites

To ensure a successful learning experience, participants should have:

• A good understanding of general IT concepts, including networking, virtualization, identity management, and security.
• Experience with operating systems, particularly Windows Server and/or Linux.
• Familiarity with PowerShell and/or Azure CLI is recommended.

Prior experience with Microsoft Azure, basic level, such as from the AZ-900: Microsoft Azure Fundamentals course is helpful but not mandatory

Audience Profile

This course is ideal for:

• IT Administrators responsible for cloud-based infrastructure.
• System Administrators transitioning from on-premises to cloud environments.
• Cloud Operations Engineers managing day-to-day cloud activities.
• Technical Professionals preparing for the Azure Administrator Associate Certification (AZ-104).
• IT Professionals aiming to deepen their expertise in Microsoft Azure administration.

If you manage cloud-based systems or are involved in configuring and maintaining cloud services, this course will significantly enhance your Azure skills.

Career Growth & Industry Demand

The demand for Azure Administrators is rising as organizations migrate their workloads to cloud environments. Microsoft Azure is the second-largest cloud platform globally, making Azure administration skills highly sought after. Job Roles After Completing This Course

• Azure Administrator
• Cloud Administrator
• Systems Administrator (Cloud)
• Cloud Operations Engineer
• Infrastructure Engineer (Azure)

Industries That Hire Azure Administrators

• Information Technology & Services (Cloud infrastructure management, managed services)
• Banking & Financial Services (Secure and scalable cloud hosting, data storage)
• Healthcare & Life Sciences (Cloud-based data management and compliance)
• Telecommunications (Hybrid and multi-cloud network management)
• Retail & E-Commerce (Scalable infrastructure for global operations)
• Government & Public Sector (Secure, compliant cloud infrastructure management)
• Manufacturing & Supply Chain (Data management, predictive analytics, and process automation)
• Education & EdTech (Online learning platforms, resource management systems)
• Energy & Utilities (IoT solutions, data storage, and analysis platforms)

Why Enroll in This Course?

• Comprehensive Curriculum: Gain in-depth knowledge of Azure services, covering identity, compute, networking, and storage administration.
• Certification Preparation: This course fully prepares you for the Microsoft Certified: Azure Administrator Associate (AZ-104) certification exam.
• Hands-On Experience: Engage in practical labs and simulations that mirror real-world Azure administrative tasks.
• Career Advancement: Azure Administrator roles are in high demand, and certification validates your skills, increasing job opportunities.
• Pathway to Advanced Roles: This course is a stepping stone to advanced certifications, such as AZ-305: Designing Microsoft Azure Infrastructure Solutions or AZ-500: Microsoft Azure Security Technologies.
• Expert Instruction: Learn from certified instructors with deep expertise in Microsoft Azure cloud infrastructure.
• Boost Your Cloud Skills: Whether you’re upskilling or transitioning into cloud administration, this course builds a strong Azure foundation.