Training Active Directory - Optimizing Security and Scalability

Specialist course · Minimum level required

$6,300

  • 4 days
  • Onsite
  • 10 people max.
Ref: XRR155
10 people max.
$6,300
In-company rate: from $10,710 for the whole teamExpertise rate: $1,575 per day, reflecting the difficulty levelAWS, Azure or OVH infrastructure: from $158 / day extra
On-site and certification exam on quote
4 days
Onsite

Don't let this gap widen

Why this program matters

  • Without advanced Active Directory mastery, 74% of enterprise security breaches exploit poorly managed identity vulnerabilities, according to Verizon DBIR 2023, resulting in average losses of 4,5 million euros per incident.

  • AD replication downtimes cause critical interruptions, costing up to 9 000 € per hour for SMEs, along with GDPR non-compliance risks leading to fines of 20 million euros.

  • Your career stagnates against certified juniors, while the company loses competitiveness against growing cyber threats.

  • Invest now in expert skills to secure your professional and organizational future.

Nawfel ABED, Learni trainer · Cybersecurity expert
Nawfel ABED

Learni trainer · Cybersecurity expert

73%productivity gap
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Payment by wire transferEnhanced confidentialityPerfect for companies with 50 to 500 employeesScheduling to fit any time zone

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Active Directory training objectives

  • Master advanced Active Directory architectures in certified professional training.
  • Optimize domain replication and scalability for businesses.
  • Implement complex GPOs and enhanced security strategies.
  • Deploy AD FS and federated services for hybrid authentication.
  • Diagnose and resolve critical failures with expert tools.
  • Develop PowerShell scripting skills to automate AD tasks.
  • Prepare for Microsoft certifications to boost your enterprise career.

Program

Active Directory curriculum: 4 modules over 4 days

Module 1 : Active Directory Architecture: Extended Schemas, Multi-Site Replication (PowerShell, AD DS)

Discover advanced Active Directory schemas through practical exercises on Windows Server, configure inter-site replication with complex topologies, analyze configuration partitions, implement cross-forest trusts, and generate diagnostic reports with PowerShell, for a scalable and resilient enterprise infrastructure, with concrete cases of domain extensions.

Module 2 : Advanced User Management and GPOs: Delegations, Scripting (PowerShell, Group Policy)

Dive into granular rights delegation via interactive labs, deploy security- and WMI-filtered GPOs, automate bulk user creation with custom PowerShell scripts, manage hybrid OUs, test policy inheritance, and resolve common conflicts, for efficient and secure Active Directory resource administration in a professional context.

Module 3 : Active Directory Security: AD FS, Secure LDAP, Auditing (AD CS, Federation Services)

Configure AD FS for multi-factor federated authentication, integrate LDAP over SSL with AD CS certificates, enable advanced security event auditing, implement protection against Pass-the-Hash attacks, simulate breach scenarios via controlled attacks, and deploy identity shields, to secure your directory against cyber threats in the enterprise.

Module 4 : Active Directory Monitoring and Troubleshooting: High Availability, Optimization (SCOM, DCDiag)

Master DCDiag and Repadmin tools to diagnose replication failures, configure SCOM for proactive domain controller monitoring, optimize performance with advanced LDAP indexes, simulate authoritative FSMO restores, analyze real-time ETW logs, and develop a continuity plan, with delivery of a custom dashboard for daily supervision.

How Active Directory skills are assessed

  • Technical MCQs at the end of each day on advanced Active Directory concepts.
  • Practical case studies with resolution of real business scenarios.
  • Final project: deployment of a secure AD forest, graded by certified experts.

How the Active Directory course is taught

  • Active pedagogy with 70% hands-on practice via remote labs on dedicated virtual machines.
  • Multimedia support: video replays, interactive PDF materials, and PowerShell cheat sheets.
  • Unlimited access to an LMS platform for reviews and post-training exercises.
  • Continuous personalized feedback from Microsoft Certified Trainers.

Active Directory training: access and practical arrangements

The Training Active Directory - Optimizing Security and Scalability program is delivered onsite or remote (blended-learning, virtual classroom, remote presence). At Learni, an industry-certified training organization, every program is built to maximize skills acquisition regardless of the chosen format.

The trainer alternates between demonstrative, interrogative and active methods (through hands-on labs and/or scenarios). This pedagogical approach guarantees concrete learning that's immediately applicable at work.

Equipment required

For the smooth delivery of the Training Active Directory - Optimizing Security and Scalability program, the following equipment is required:

  • Mac or PC computers, high-speed fiber internet, whiteboard or flipchart, projector or interactive touch screen (for remote sessions)
  • Training environments installed on workstations or accessible online
  • Course materials, hands-on exercises and complementary resources
  • Post-training access to materials and educational resources

For intra-company training on a site outside Learni, the client commits to providing all required teaching materials (computers, internet, etc.) for the smooth delivery of the program in line with the prerequisites in the communicated program.

* contact us for remote delivery feasibility** ratio varies depending on the program

Skills assessment methods

Assessment of skills acquired during the Training Active Directory - Optimizing Security and Scalability program is performed through:

  • During training: case studies, hands-on labs and professional scenarios
  • End of training: self-assessment questionnaire and skills evaluation by the trainer
  • After training: completion certificate detailing acquired skills

Program accessibility

Learni is committed to making its programs accessible. All our programs are accessible to people with disabilities. Our teams are available to adapt the pedagogical methods to your specific needs. Please contact us for any adjustment request.

Enrollment terms and lead times

Registration is possible up to 48 business hours before the start of training. All our programs are built for corporate L&D budgets and delivered onsite or remotely.

The Learni story

Founded by engineers and learning experts, Learni's mission is to make high-impact tech training accessible to teams everywhere. We work remotely with organizations across the US and Canada, in your time zone, to help teams upskill fast.

Our method

How Learni guarantees the quality of your Active Directory training

Before, during, after: we frame the brief, introduce the trainer, tailor the content and measure impact. You stay in control from kickoff to wrap-up.

Step 1

Rigorous trainer selection

Each trainer is validated on three criteria: hands-on field expertise, proven pedagogy and alignment with your industry.

  • Triple validation: technical, pedagogical, sectoral.
  • Minimum rating 4.8/5 over the last 12 sessions.
Step 2

You meet the trainer beforehand

30-minute video call between you and the selected trainer to validate the fit, adjust content and clear any final doubts.

  • Live briefing on goals and team context.
  • Veto right — we swap the trainer for free if needed.
Step 3

Content tailored to your context

No recycled slides. The syllabus is reworked from your real cases: tools, constraints, vocabulary, ongoing projects.

  • Hands-on cases drawn from your stack and projects.
  • Program co-written then validated by your team.
Step 4

Continuous quality follow-up

Live evaluations, 30/90/180-day check-ins and a consolidation plan. If the impact misses the mark, we rework it.

  • NPS, knowledge quizzes and skills self-assessment.
  • Satisfaction guarantee: fully satisfied or free rework.

A simple promise: you don't pay to discover the trainer on day one. Everything is validated upfront, by you.

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A school kit donated to a child for every training booked

To fight inequalities in access to education, Learni donates a complete school kit to a child in need for every training booked. You build your skills, a child heads back to school.

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FAQ

Active Directory: frequently asked questions

Which tools are used in Active Directory training?+
Hands-on work runs on powerShell, AD DS, group Policy, AD CS, federation Services and SCOM. Those tools come from the Active Directory program itself, delivered on site over 4 days, so participants practise on the stack they will use at work.
What can participants do after Active Directory training?+
They can master advanced Active Directory architectures in certified professional training, optimize domain replication and scalability for businesses and implement complex GPOs and enhanced security strategies. Those are the stated objectives of the Active Directory program at Advanced level, checked by the end-of-session assessment.
What does the Active Directory program cover, day by day?+
Day 1: Active Directory Architecture: Extended Schemas, Multi-Site Replication (PowerShell, AD DS). Day 2: Advanced User Management and GPOs: Delegations, Scripting (PowerShell, Group Policy). Day 3: Active Directory Security: AD FS, Secure LDAP, Auditing (AD CS, Federation Services). Day 4: Active Directory Monitoring and Troubleshooting: High Availability, Optimization (SCOM, DCDiag). The Active Directory program runs over 4 days, delivered on site.
How is Active Directory training assessed?+
Assessment relies on technical MCQs at the end of each day on advanced Active Directory concepts, practical case studies with resolution of real business scenarios and final project: deployment of a secure AD forest, graded by certified experts. Learni issues a completion certificate together with the individual assessment report at the end of the Active Directory program, which an L&D team can file as evidence.
How much does Active Directory training cost per participant?+
Active Directory training costs $6,300 per participant. For an in-company team, the flat rate starts at $10,710 for the whole group, up to 8 people. AWS, Azure or OVH infrastructure is extra, from $158 per day. The detailed quote, sent within one business day, adjusts the amount to the format and how far the syllabus is tailored to your team.
How long does Active Directory training take?+
4 days, available live online (US time zones) or on-site at your offices. Half-day tracks spread over several weeks are possible so the team stays operational.
Who pays for Active Directory training?+
Most US teams pay directly through their company L&D or training budget. Learni invoices in US dollars and accepts bank transfer (ACH/wire) or card, with volume pricing for teams. A purchase order is welcome.
What do participants need to know before Active Directory training?+
Confirmed experience of at least 2 years in Active Directory administration, mastery of Windows Server, PowerShell, and LDAP basics.
Is a certificate issued after Active Directory training?+
Yes. A Learni completion certificate is issued, along with the individual evaluation report. Learni is a certified training provider and prepares for third-party certifications, but does not award them itself.
Does Learni provide the equipment for Active Directory training?+
No. A computer and a stable internet connection are required for each participant. Learni provides the learning platform, the trainer and all course materials.
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