Microsoft Azure Administrator & Cloud Architect Program

Microsoft Azure is one of the most widely adopted cloud platforms globally, enabling enterprises to build, deploy, and manage applications across a global network of data centers. This 7-day corporate training program equips participants with the essential knowledge and practical skills to manage, architect, and secure Azure environments efficiently. The course provides a dual perspective — the operational depth of an Azure Administrator and the strategic view of a Cloud Architect. Through hands-on labs, real-world architecture design, and governance strategies, participants will learn to deploy, monitor, and optimize scalable and secure Azure infrastructures aligned with business goals.

Objectives of the Training

Understand Azure architecture, components, and service offerings.
Learn to deploy and manage virtual machines, networks, and storage solutions.
Master Azure identity, access management, and security policies.
Design resilient and cost-optimized architectures using Azure best practices.
Explore automation, monitoring, and governance capabilities for large-scale Azure environments.

Prerequisites

Basic understanding of IT networking, virtualization, and operating systems.
Familiarity with core cloud concepts or prior experience with any cloud provider.
For architects, knowledge of enterprise system design principles is recommended.

What You Will Learn

Core Azure services for compute, networking, storage, and databases.
Implementing Azure Active Directory (AAD), role-based access control (RBAC), and security controls.
Designing and deploying scalable infrastructure with high availability.
Monitoring and optimizing Azure performance and cost.
Automating infrastructure using Azure Resource Manager (ARM) templates and Azure CLI.
Designing enterprise-grade cloud architecture for hybrid and multi-cloud environments.

Target Audience

This course is designed for Azure Administrators, Cloud Architects, IT Managers, and DevOps Engineers who manage, deploy, or design Azure-based infrastructure and applications. It is also ideal for professionals transitioning from on-premises IT to Azure cloud environments.

Detailed 7-Day Curriculum

Day 1 – Azure Cloud Fundamentals and Architecture (6 Hours)

Session 1: Azure Global Infrastructure – Regions, Availability Zones, and Resource Hierarchy.
Session 2: Core Azure Services – Compute, Storage, Networking, and Databases Overview.
Session 3: Azure Management Tools – Portal, CLI, PowerShell, and Cloud Shell.
Hands-on: Setting Up an Azure Subscription and Exploring the Azure Portal.

Day 2 – Compute and Storage Management (6 Hours)

Session 1: Deploying and Managing Azure Virtual Machines and Scale Sets.
Session 2: Implementing Azure Storage Solutions – Blob, File, Queue, and Disk Storage.
Session 3: Backup, Replication, and Disaster Recovery Strategies.
Workshop: Building and Managing a Virtualized Compute Environment in Azure.

Day 3 – Networking and Security in Azure (6 Hours)

Session 1: Azure Virtual Networks, Subnets, and Network Security Groups (NSGs).
Session 2: Load Balancers, Application Gateways, and VPN Gateway Configuration.
Session 3: Azure Firewall, DDoS Protection, and Network Watcher.
Hands-on: Securing and Monitoring Azure Network Infrastructure.

Day 4 – Identity, Access, and Governance (6 Hours)

Session 1: Azure Active Directory (AAD) and Role-Based Access Control (RBAC).
Session 2: Managing Policies with Azure Policy and Blueprints.
Session 3: Resource Governance – Tags, Locks, and Management Groups.
Workshop: Implementing Enterprise Governance and Access Controls in Azure.

Day 5 – Automation and Infrastructure as Code (6 Hours)

Session 1: Azure Resource Manager (ARM) Templates and Bicep Basics.
Session 2: Using Azure CLI, PowerShell, and Automation Accounts for Workflow Management.
Session 3: Integrating DevOps with Azure Pipelines and GitHub Actions.
Hands-on: Automating Infrastructure Deployment using ARM Templates.

Day 6 – Monitoring, Optimization, and Cost Management (6 Hours)

Session 1: Monitoring Tools – Azure Monitor, Log Analytics, and Application Insights.
Session 2: Performance Optimization, Scaling, and Reliability Strategies.
Session 3: Cost Management and Budget Alerts with Azure Cost Analysis and Advisor.
Workshop: Building a Monitoring and Alerting Dashboard for Enterprise Applications.

Day 7 – Capstone Project & Future of Azure Cloud Architecture (6 Hours)

Session 1: Capstone Project – Designing a Secure, Scalable Azure Enterprise Architecture.
Session 2: Project Presentation and Architecture Review.
Session 3: Future Trends – Azure AI, Hybrid Cloud (Arc), and Sustainability in Cloud Operations.
Panel Discussion: Building Cloud-Centric Organizations with Azure.

Capstone Project

Participants will design and implement a comprehensive Azure architecture for a real-world enterprise scenario. The project includes creating resource groups, deploying virtual networks, configuring identity and access policies, and integrating automation tools. Teams will present their architecture highlighting scalability, security, and cost-efficiency principles.

Future Trends in Microsoft Azure Cloud and Enterprise Architecture

The future of Azure cloud lies in AI-driven management, hybrid integration through Azure Arc, and sustainable cloud infrastructure. With the rise of edge computing and AI-powered services, Azure continues to redefine enterprise IT by blending intelligent automation with advanced analytics. Organizations that master Azure architecture and governance today will gain a strategic edge in innovation, security, and cloud-native transformation.