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.
Learning objectives
- Master advanced Active Directory hardening techniques to secure professional environments
- Develop skills in securely configuring AD domains and forests in enterprise settings
- Implement defense strategies against common attacks on Active Directory
- Optimize Group Policies for increased resilience in certified training
- Configure advanced LDAP mechanisms tailored to professional needs
- Deploy audits and monitoring to prevent AD vulnerabilities in production
The Learni story
Founded by passionate learning and innovation experts, Learni's mission is to make professional training accessible to everyone, anywhere in the world. Our team operates in major hubs — London, New York, Boston — and internationally, to support talents and organizations in upskilling.
Don't let this gap widen
Why this program matters
Without this upskilling, your team accumulates a technological gap that translates directly into productivity loss.
Organizations that don't train their talents on key topics see their competitiveness drop.
Every quarter without training is a gap widening with competitors who invest.
The cost of inaction quickly exceeds that of well-targeted training.
Program
Module 1Active Directory Hardening Fundamentals: Initial Audit and Best Practices (Microsoft Tools, PowerShell Scripts)
Discover common Active Directory vulnerabilities through a comprehensive audit using Microsoft Baseline Security Analyzer and PowerShell, analyze risky default configurations, perform practical exercises on a virtual lab to identify weaknesses, configure initial hardening settings such as Tiering Model, produce an initial evaluation report ready for the enterprise.
Module 2Secure Active Directory Account Management Hardening: Privileges and Authentication (ADUC, LAPS)
Dive into securing administrator accounts with Local Administrator Password Solution and Just Enough Administration, implement strengthened password policies via Fine-Grained Password Policies, practice secure rights delegation with exercises on real enterprise scenarios, test anti-brute force mechanisms, generate configurations ready for immediate production deployment.
Module 3Group Policies and LDAP in Active Directory Hardening: Advanced Lockdown (GPO, DSACLS)
Master Group Policy Objects to harden client-server configurations, integrate secure LDAP with SSL/TLS and precise ACLs via DSACLS, conduct practical workshops on restricting executables and auditing changes, simulate Kerberos attacks to test defenses, deploy optimized GPO templates for certified enterprises.
Module 4Defense Against Active Directory Attacks Hardening: Detection and Response (BloodHound, MITRE ATT&CK)
Analyze attack vectors like Pass-the-Hash and Golden Ticket using BloodHound and MITRE ATT&CK framework, configure Credential Guard and Protected Users groups, practice incident simulations in remote labs, implement detection rules via Event Logs and basic SIEM, produce an AD incident response plan for your organization.
Module 5Monitoring and Optimization Active Directory Hardening 2026: Automation (Azure AD Connect, PowerShell Desired State)
Integrate Azure AD Connect for secure hybrid hardening, automate audits with PowerShell Desired State Configuration, deploy advanced monitoring via SCOM or Azure Monitor, test resilience with failover exercises, finalize a personalized 2026 roadmap, obtain deliverables including scripts and reports for immediate enterprise implementation.
Evaluation method
- Daily interactive quizzes to validate theoretical knowledge
- Practical case studies on simulated virtual labs
- Final AD hardening project with oral presentation
Learning method
- Active pedagogy with 70% hands-on practice in remote labs
- Unlimited access to replays and resources for 12 months
- Live tutored support for personalized exercises
- Qualiopi certification recognized in companies
Methods, materials and delivery
The Training Active Directory Hardening 2026 - Strengthen AD Security program is delivered onsite or remote (blended-learning, e-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 Hardening 2026 - Strengthen AD Security 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 Hardening 2026 - Strengthen AD Security 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
Learni programs are available inter-company and intra-company, onsite or remote. Enrollments are possible up to 48 business hours before the program starts. Our programs are eligible for corporate funding paths. Contact us to discuss your training project and funding options.
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Our method
Training quality, guaranteed at every step
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.
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.
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.
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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