Master Your Most Critical Asset

Active Directory is the backbone of most enterprise environments, controlling access to virtually every resource in your organization. Yet it’s also one of the most targeted and vulnerable components of your infrastructure. Our Active Directory Security Training provides comprehensive, hands-on education designed to help your team understand, secure, and defend one of your organization’s most critical assets.

The Active Directory Security Challenge

Active Directory environments face unique and evolving threats:

Complex Attack Vectors

  • Kerberoasting attacks targeting service principal names (SPNs)
  • ASREPRoasting exploiting accounts with disabled Kerberos pre-authentication
  • Golden and Silver ticket attacks for persistent administrative access
  • DCSync attacks extracting password hashes from domain controllers

Privilege Escalation Opportunities

  • Administrative delegation misconfigurations that create unintended privileges
  • Group membership sprawl providing excessive access rights
  • Service account abuse with overprivileged service accounts
  • Trust relationship exploitation across forests and domains

Lateral Movement Facilitation

  • Pass-the-hash attacks using NTLM authentication
  • Pass-the-ticket attacks leveraging Kerberos tickets
  • Administrative share exploitation for remote system access
  • WMI and PowerShell abuse for remote command execution

Detection and Monitoring Challenges

  • Event log limitations and configuration gaps
  • Baseline establishment for normal AD activity patterns
  • Alert fatigue from poorly tuned monitoring systems
  • Forensic artifact preservation during incident response

Our Comprehensive Training Approach

Threat-Informed Curriculum

Our training is based on real-world attack techniques and current threat intelligence:

Attack Technique Focus

  • MITRE ATT&CK framework integration with AD-specific techniques
  • Current threat campaigns targeting Active Directory environments
  • Hands-on attack simulation to understand attacker perspectives
  • Detection methodology for each attack technique covered

Business Context Integration

  • Risk assessment of AD vulnerabilities in business terms
  • Compliance implications of AD security configurations
  • Incident response procedures for AD-related security events
  • Executive communication of AD security posture and risks

Hands-On Learning Environment

We provide practical experience through realistic lab environments:

Realistic Lab Infrastructure

  • Multi-forest AD environment with complex trust relationships
  • Vulnerable configurations representing common real-world misconfigurations
  • Attack simulation tools for hands-on exploitation experience
  • Detection and monitoring tools for defensive technique practice

Scenario-Based Exercises

  • Red team vs. blue team exercises with AD-focused scenarios
  • Incident response simulations for AD compromise situations
  • Hardening projects to secure vulnerable AD configurations
  • Monitoring implementation exercises for improved detection capabilities

Technical Depth and Breadth

Our curriculum covers the full spectrum of AD security:

Architecture and Components

  • Active Directory architecture deep dive including forests, domains, and trusts
  • Authentication mechanisms including Kerberos and NTLM protocols
  • Authorization models and access control mechanisms
  • Replication and synchronization security implications

Security Configuration

  • Domain controller hardening best practices and implementation
  • Group Policy security configuration and management
  • Administrative tier model design and implementation
  • Privileged access management strategies and tools

Monitoring and Detection

  • Security event log configuration and analysis
  • Advanced threat detection using Windows Event Forwarding and SIEM
  • Behavioral analytics for AD anomaly detection
  • Threat hunting techniques for AD environments

Training Modules and Content

Module 1: Active Directory Fundamentals

  • AD Architecture Overview: Forests, domains, sites, and organizational units
  • Authentication Protocols: Kerberos and NTLM deep dive
  • Trust Relationships: Types, configuration, and security implications
  • Group Policy Fundamentals: Structure, processing, and security settings

Module 2: Common Attack Techniques

  • Credential Attacks: Password spraying, brute force, and credential stuffing
  • Kerberos Attacks: Kerberoasting, ASREPRoasting, and ticket attacks
  • Privilege Escalation: DCSync, DCShadow, and administrative delegation abuse
  • Lateral Movement: Pass-the-hash, pass-the-ticket, and remote execution

Module 3: Security Hardening and Best Practices

  • Domain Controller Security: Hardening configurations and placement strategies
  • Administrative Account Management: Tier model implementation and LAPS deployment
  • Group Policy Security: Security baselines and configuration management
  • Network Segmentation: AD-aware segmentation and micro-segmentation strategies

Module 4: Monitoring and Detection

  • Event Log Configuration: Critical events and log retention policies
  • SIEM Integration: Log forwarding and correlation rule development
  • Behavioral Analytics: Baseline establishment and anomaly detection
  • Threat Hunting: Proactive hunt techniques for AD environments

Module 5: Incident Response and Recovery

  • AD Compromise Indicators: Recognition and initial assessment
  • Containment Strategies: Isolating compromised accounts and systems
  • Forensic Investigation: Evidence collection and analysis techniques
  • Recovery Procedures: Clean recovery and prevention of reinfection

Module 6: Advanced Topics and Emerging Threats

  • Azure AD Integration: Hybrid identity security and cloud attack vectors
  • PowerShell Security: Logging, monitoring, and attack prevention
  • Certificate Services: PKI security and certificate-based attacks
  • Emerging Threats: Current attack trends and future considerations

Training Delivery Options

Instructor-Led Training

  • Multi-day intensive workshops with expert instruction and hands-on labs
  • Customized curriculum tailored to your specific AD environment and needs
  • Small class sizes ensuring personalized attention and interaction
  • Follow-up support for implementation of learned techniques

Virtual Training

  • Remote delivery with interactive labs and collaboration tools
  • Flexible scheduling to accommodate global teams and business constraints
  • Recording availability for reference and team members who miss sessions
  • Break-out sessions for hands-on practice and discussion

Custom On-Site Training

  • Your environment focus with training tailored to your specific AD configuration
  • Team building exercises that improve collaboration and communication
  • Management briefings to ensure leadership understanding and support
  • Implementation planning sessions to apply learning to your environment

Self-Paced Learning

  • Online modules with video content and hands-on lab access
  • Progress tracking and competency validation
  • Community access for questions and peer learning
  • Certification preparation for industry-recognized credentials

Target Audiences and Prerequisites

System Administrators

  • AD administration responsibility with need for security awareness
  • Basic Windows administration experience required
  • PowerShell familiarity helpful but not required
  • Security concepts introduction provided as needed

Security Analysts

  • SOC analyst roles with AD monitoring responsibilities
  • SIEM experience helpful for advanced modules
  • Incident response background beneficial for forensic modules
  • Threat hunting experience valuable for advanced detection techniques

IT Security Professionals

  • Security architecture roles with AD design responsibilities
  • Risk assessment experience with need for technical depth
  • Compliance background with need for technical implementation knowledge
  • Advanced security experience with desire to specialize in AD security

Security Leaders

  • Management overview sessions focused on strategy and risk
  • Business impact focus with technical context as needed
  • Investment planning guidance for AD security improvements
  • Team development strategies for building AD security expertise

Expected Outcomes and Benefits

Enhanced Security Posture

  • Vulnerability identification and remediation in your AD environment
  • Improved monitoring and detection capabilities for AD threats
  • Hardening implementation following industry best practices
  • Incident response readiness for AD-related security events

Team Capability Development

  • Technical skill enhancement across your IT and security teams
  • Threat awareness improvement with realistic attack understanding
  • Collaboration improvement between IT operations and security teams
  • Career development opportunities for team members

Organizational Risk Reduction

  • Reduced attack surface through proper AD security configuration
  • Faster threat detection through improved monitoring and alerting
  • Better incident response with trained and prepared teams
  • Compliance improvement through enhanced security controls

Strategic Security Investment

  • Informed decision-making about AD security tools and technologies
  • Resource optimization through targeted security improvements
  • Vendor evaluation capabilities for AD security products
  • Long-term planning for AD security architecture evolution

Why Choose Seguri for AD Security Training?

Deep Expertise

Our instructors bring extensive real-world experience:

  • Microsoft MVP level expertise in Active Directory and security
  • Incident response experience with AD-focused attacks
  • Red team background with hands-on attack technique knowledge
  • Enterprise implementation experience across diverse industries

Practical Focus

Our training emphasizes real-world application:

  • Hands-on labs with realistic attack and defense scenarios
  • Current threat integration with up-to-date attack techniques
  • Business context that connects technical security to business outcomes
  • Implementation guidance for applying learning in your environment

Customization Capability

We tailor training to your specific needs:

  • Environment-specific content based on your AD configuration
  • Role-based curriculum designed for different job functions
  • Skill level adaptation from beginner to advanced practitioners
  • Industry focus with sector-specific threat and compliance considerations

Ongoing Support

Our relationship extends beyond training delivery:

  • Implementation assistance for techniques learned in training
  • Refresher sessions to maintain and update knowledge
  • Consultation availability for specific AD security questions
  • Community access for ongoing learning and peer interaction

Get Started with AD Security Training

Your Active Directory environment is too critical to secure through trial and error. Our comprehensive training programs provide the knowledge, skills, and practical experience your team needs to protect one of your organization’s most valuable assets.

Whether you need basic security awareness, advanced technical skills, or executive-level strategic guidance, our AD Security Training can be customized to meet your team’s specific needs and learning objectives.

Ready to master Active Directory security? Let’s discuss how our training programs can enhance your team’s capabilities and strengthen your organization’s security posture.

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