Active Directory Fundamentals

ADF

Active Directory Fundamentals

Active Directory Fundamentals (ADF)

Overview

The Certified Active Directory Fundamentals (ADF) certification is designed for professionals seeking to understand the foundational concepts of Active Directory Domain Services (AD DS). This certification provides essential knowledge for managing users, groups, and organizational units within an Active Directory environment, while also addressing security risks associated with mismanagement.

The certification validates an individual’s ability to:

  • Understand the architecture and components of Active Directory.
  • Manage users, groups, and organizational units effectively.
  • Implement Group Policy Objects (GPO) to enforce security settings.

Course Details

The ADF certification consists of 24 lessons that cover a comprehensive range of topics related to Active Directory.

Topics Covered:

  • Introduction to Active Directory: Overview of AD DS architecture and its components.
  • Domain Services: Understanding forests, domains, and trust relationships.
  • Organizational Units (OUs): Managing OUs for effective resource organization.
  • Group Policies: Implementing and managing GPOs for security enforcement.
  • User and Group Management: Managing user objects, group objects, and domain members.
  • Access Control: Understanding access control entries (ACEs) and lists (ACLs).
  • High-Risk Accounts: Identifying and reviewing high-risk accounts to mitigate security threats.

Learning Materials:

Participants will receive access to various resources, including instructional videos and practical examples, to enhance their understanding of Active Directory management.

Exam Structure

The ADF certification is awarded upon successful completion of the course content, with no formal exam required. Candidates demonstrate their understanding through practical application within the course.

Key Exam Requirements:

  • Completion of all lessons in the course.
  • Participation in practical exercises designed to reinforce learning.

Who Should Take ADF?

The ADF certification is ideal for:

  • Cybersecurity managers looking to enhance their skills in directory services management.
  • Security operations specialists aiming to understand the security implications of Active Directory.
  • Risk management specialists wanting to learn how to mitigate risks associated with user and group management.

Resources