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Microsoft Identity and Access Administrator SC-300 Exam Guide
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Planning for authentication within Microsoft Entra ID and Azure is critical for any identity and access management (IAM) administrator.
To begin with, you must evaluate the organization’s security requirements and risk profile. This involves identifying sensitive resources, understanding potential threats, and determining the level of security needed for different user groups. For instance, high-risk users such as administrators or those with access to sensitive data may require more robust authentication methods such as MFA or biometric verification through Windows Hello for Business (WHFB). Conversely, regular users might be adequately protected with less stringent methods, provided they do not access critical systems.
A key aspect of planning for authentication is selecting and implementing appropriate authentication methods. Microsoft Entra ID supports a variety of methods, including password-based authentication, MFA, and passwordless options...