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Training Active Directory Hardening - Strengthening the Security of AD Domains

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10 people max.
From $4,620 HT / per person
On-site on request · +$540 with certification exam
4 days
Remote

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Learning objectives

  • Master advanced Active Directory hardening techniques to secure professional environments.
  • Configure optimized Group Policy Objects to enhance enterprise domain resilience.
  • Detect and remediate common vulnerabilities in Active Directory through in-depth audits.
  • Implement high availability and recovery mechanisms to minimize risks.
  • Develop certifiable skills in secure Active Directory administration tailored to enterprise needs.
  • Optimize LDAP and authentication performance in a professional hardening context.
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  • Distributed through our partner charities
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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.

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Why this program matters

  • Without mastering Active Directory hardening, 95% of enterprise breaches exploit misconfigured AD flaws, according to the Verizon DBIR 2023 report, resulting in average losses of 4,45 million euros per incident.

  • Critical downtimes from attacks such as ransomware via Pass-the-Hash shut down operations, with an estimated hourly cost of 10 000 euros for a mid-sized company.

  • Administrators face GDPR penalties and career damage from failed audits.

  • Protect your infrastructure today by gaining these essential skills for proactive security.

Imed BEN AMOR
Imed BEN AMOR

Learni trainer · Development expert

73%productivity gap
×3cost of inaction

Program

Module 1Active Directory Hardening Fundamentals: Initial Audit and Best Practices (Group Policy, Secure Schemas)

Discover classic Active Directory vulnerabilities through a structured audit using tools like BloodHound and ADRecon, analyze real enterprise risks, configure initial GPOs to limit excessive privileges, perform practical exercises on a dedicated lab simulating a forest domain, produce an initial evaluation report deliverable at the end of the day, integrate real cases of breaches avoided through early hardening.

Module 2Advanced Active Directory Hardening Configuration: Securing LDAP and Kerberos (Tier Trusts, LAPS)

Dive into securing LDAP and Kerberos protocols with pass-the-hash protection implementations, deploy Local Administrator Password Solution to manage local accounts, configure restricted tier trusts and locked AD schemas, conduct hands-on labs on reproducible virtual environments, test simulated attacks like Golden Ticket, generate production-ready GPO configurations for enterprise deployment, discuss impacts on authentication performance.

Module 3Active Directory Hardening Monitoring and Auditing: Threat Detection (Event Logs, SIEM Integration)

Learn to monitor critical Active Directory events in real-time via Advanced Audit Policy, integrate tools like Microsoft ATA to detect behavioral anomalies, configure custom alerts in a basic SIEM, analyze logs from famous breaches, perform event correlation exercises to identify lateral movement attacks, produce an operational monitoring dashboard, adapt auditing strategies to regulatory constraints like GDPR in enterprises.

Module 4Active Directory Hardening Optimization and Deployment: High Availability, Practical Cases (DRP, Attack Simulations)

Master production deployment with disaster recovery plans for RODC and secure Azure AD Connect, simulate full attacks like DCSync on advanced labs, optimize post-hardening performance via LDAP query tuning, review Microsoft best practices for Zero Trust, finalize a personalized action plan for your enterprise, evaluate security gains through quantified metrics, receive post-training resources for immediate implementation of validated hardening measures.

Evaluation method

  • Daily interactive quizzes on Active Directory hardening concepts.
  • Practical case studies with simulated audits on dedicated labs.
  • Final project: Complete hardening plan for a fictional enterprise domain.

Learning method

  • Short theoretical presentations alternated with live demonstrations.
  • Intensive hands-on labs on isolated virtual environments.
  • Analysis of real-world cases from companies impacted by AD vulnerabilities.
  • Small group discussions to personalize hardening approaches.

Methods, materials and delivery

The Training Active Directory Hardening - Strengthening the Security of AD Domains 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 Hardening - Strengthening the Security of AD Domains 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 - Strengthening the Security of AD Domains 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.

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.

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.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

How much does the Training Active Directory Hardening - Strengthening the Security of AD Domains training cost?+
The price is $4,620 (USD) per participant. A detailed quote is sent within one business day.
How long is the Training Active Directory Hardening - Strengthening the Security of AD Domains training?+
The training lasts 4 journées, available live online (US time zones) or on-site at your offices.
How is this training paid for?+
Most US teams pay directly through their company (L&D or training budget). We invoice in US dollars and accept bank transfer (ACH/wire) or card, with volume pricing for teams. A purchase order is welcome.
Are there any prerequisites?+
At least one year of experience in Active Directory administration, mastery of Windows Server, basics in network protocols such as LDAP and Kerberos.
Is a certificate delivered at the end?+
Yes. A Learni completion certificate is issued, along with the individual evaluation report.
Does Learni provide the equipment?+
No. A computer and stable internet connection are required for the participant. Learni provides the educational platform, the trainer and all course materials.
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