Azure Administration: Identity, Governance, and Storage (AZ-104)

Managing cloud infrastructure requires a solid grasp of identity security, resource governance, and reliable storage. As organizations migrate to cloud environments, knowing how to control access and manage data is an essential skill for any aspiring administrator. This written course provides a clear, step-by-step pathway to mastering the core pillars of cloud administration. You will read through comprehensive explanations, study practical configuration scenarios, and learn how to secure resources, enforce organizational policies, and optimize storage solutions using industry-standard best practices, including zero-trust security principles. What you'll learn: • Understand foundational cloud identity concepts and user management. • Configure secure access controls and implement zero-trust security policies. • Implement resource governance using subscriptions, resource groups, and policies. • Configure and manage resilient cloud storage accounts and secure file shares. • Apply monitoring and backup strategies to protect critical cloud data. The course begins with key terminology and foundational concepts of identity management before moving into practical governance structures and storage configuration patterns. You will progress from basic user administration to implementing complex security policies and storage solutions entirely through clear, written guidance and structured examples. This course is designed for beginners looking to build foundational cloud administration skills, with no prior cloud management experience required. Start reading today to build a secure and well-governed cloud infrastructure.