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Domain Controller Security Checklist and Compliance Essentials

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Domain Controller Security Checklist and Compliance Essentials



Course Overview

This comprehensive course is designed to equip IT professionals with the knowledge and skills necessary to secure Domain Controllers and ensure compliance with regulatory requirements. Upon completion, participants will receive a certificate issued by The Art of Service.



Course Curriculum

Module 1: Introduction to Domain Controller Security

  • Understanding the importance of Domain Controller security
  • Overview of common threats and vulnerabilities
  • Best practices for securing Domain Controllers

Module 2: Domain Controller Security Checklist

  • Pre-installation security considerations
  • Secure installation and configuration
  • Post-installation security tasks
  • Ongoing security monitoring and maintenance

Module 3: Compliance Essentials

  • Overview of regulatory requirements (e.g. GDPR, HIPAA, PCI-DSS)
  • Understanding compliance frameworks (e.g. NIST, ISO 27001)
  • Mapping compliance requirements to Domain Controller security

Module 4: Authentication and Authorization

  • Understanding authentication protocols (e.g. Kerberos, NTLM)
  • Configuring secure authentication settings
  • Managing user and group permissions
  • Implementing least privilege principles

Module 5: Network Security

  • Securing Domain Controller network communications
  • Configuring firewalls and network access control
  • Implementing encryption and secure protocols (e.g. LDAPS, SMB)

Module 6: Patch Management and Vulnerability Remediation

  • Understanding patch management best practices
  • Identifying and remediating vulnerabilities
  • Implementing a patch management process

Module 7: Monitoring and Incident Response

  • Configuring security monitoring and logging
  • Detecting and responding to security incidents
  • Implementing incident response plans and procedures

Module 8: Backup and Recovery

  • Understanding backup and recovery best practices
  • Configuring secure backup and recovery processes
  • Testing and validating backup and recovery procedures

Module 9: Advanced Security Topics

  • Implementing advanced security features (e.g. LSA Protection, Secure Boot)
  • Configuring secure DNS and DHCP settings
  • Understanding and mitigating advanced threats (e.g. Pass-the-Hash, Golden Ticket)

Module 10: Compliance and Risk Management

  • Understanding risk management frameworks and methodologies
  • Conducting risk assessments and vulnerability scans
  • Developing and implementing risk mitigation plans


Course Features

  • Interactive and engaging content: Learn through a mix of video lessons, interactive simulations, and hands-on projects.
  • Comprehensive and up-to-date content: Stay current with the latest security best practices and compliance requirements.
  • Personalized learning experience: Learn at your own pace and track your progress.
  • Expert instructors: Learn from experienced IT professionals with real-world expertise.
  • Certification: Receive a certificate upon completion, issued by The Art of Service.
  • Flexible learning: Access course materials anytime, anywhere, on any device.
  • User-friendly and mobile-accessible: Learn on-the-go, with a mobile-friendly course platform.
  • Community-driven: Join a community of IT professionals and experts, and participate in discussions and forums.
  • Actionable insights: Apply learned concepts to real-world scenarios and projects.
  • Hands-on projects: Practice and reinforce your learning through hands-on projects and simulations.
  • Bite-sized lessons: Learn in manageable chunks, with lessons designed to fit your busy schedule.
  • Lifetime access: Access course materials for a lifetime, with no time limits or restrictions.
  • Gamification: Engage with interactive elements and gamification features that make learning fun and competitive.
  • Progress tracking: Track your progress and stay motivated with course completion tracking.


What to Expect Upon Completion

Upon completing the Domain Controller Security Checklist and Compliance Essentials course, you will be able to:

  • Secure Domain Controllers and ensure compliance with regulatory requirements
  • Implement a comprehensive security checklist and compliance framework
  • Configure secure authentication and authorization settings
  • Implement patch management and vulnerability remediation processes
  • Monitor and respond to security incidents
  • Develop and implement risk mitigation plans
Receive a certificate issued by The Art of Service upon completion, demonstrating your expertise in Domain Controller security and compliance.

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