The AZ-104 training prepares you to fully and operationally administer Microsoft Azure in four days. This official Microsoft course covers identity management with Microsoft Entra ID, virtual network and network security group configuration, storage administration (Blob, Files, Tables), virtual machine deployment and management, and monitoring with Azure Monitor and Log Analytics. You develop the essential skills to manage an Azure environment in production for companies in Switzerland.
Delivered in Geneva and Lausanne by MCT certified trainers, this AZ-104 training combines theory and intensive hands-on practice on Microsoft cloud labs. Each module includes practical exercises: creating user accounts and assigning RBAC roles, deploying virtual machines and scale sets, configuring VPN connections, setting up backup policies with Azure Backup, and creating monitoring alerts. The Azure Administrator Associate certification is included and validates your operational mastery of the platform.
Module 1: Introduction to Azure Cloud Shell
Module 2: Deploy Azure infrastructure by using JSON ARM templates
Module 3: Understand Microsoft Entra ID
Module 4: Create, configure, and manage identities
Module 5: Describe the core architectural components of Azure
Module 6: Azure Policy initiatives
Module 7: Secure your Azure resources with Azure role-based access control (Azure RBAC)
Module 8: Allow users to reset their password with Microsoft Entra self-service password reset
Module 9: Configure virtual networks
Module 10: Configure network security groups
Module 11: Host your domain on Azure DNS
Module 12: Configure Azure Virtual Network peering
Module 13: Manage and control traffic flow in your Azure deployment with routes
Module 14: Introduction to Azure Load Balancer
Module 15: Introduction to Azure Application Gateway
Module 16: Introduction to Azure Network Watcher
Module 17: Configure storage accounts
Module 18: Configure Azure Blob Storage
Module 19: Configure Azure Storage security
Module 20: Configure Azure Files
Module 21: Introduction to Azure virtual machines
Module 22: Configure virtual machine availability
Module 23: Configure Azure App Service plans
Module 24: Configure Azure App Service
Module 25: Configure Azure Container Instances
Module 26: Introduction to Azure Backup
Module 27: Protect your virtual machines by using Azure Backup
Module 28: Monitor your Azure virtual machines with Azure Monitor
Azure administration is a key skill for IT teams in Switzerland. With the accelerated migration to the cloud, companies are looking for administrators capable of managing identities, virtual networks, storage, compute, and monitoring on the Microsoft Azure platform.
The AZ-104 training gives you the operational skills to administer a complete Azure environment in four days in Geneva or Lausanne. This official Microsoft course (MOC AZ-104) is the reference path for IT professionals who manage Azure subscriptions on a daily basis.
Microsoft Entra ID (formerly Azure Active Directory) is the central identity service of Azure. The AZ-104 training covers creating and managing users, groups, and administrative units. You learn to configure RBAC (Role-Based Access Control) roles to finely control permissions on subscriptions, resource groups, and individual resources.
Hybrid synchronization with Microsoft Entra Connect unifies identities between your on-premises Active Directory and Azure. Conditional access policies and multi-factor authentication (MFA) strengthen connection security. These skills are essential for Swiss companies operating in hybrid mode that must ensure access compliance.
The training covers the full range of Azure infrastructure services. For networking, you learn to create VNets with subnets, configure peering, route tables (UDR), network security groups (NSG), and VPN connections. Load balancing with Azure Load Balancer and Application Gateway ensures traffic distribution.
Compute services include virtual machines (VMs), scale sets (VMSS), Azure App Service, and Azure Container Instances. You configure images, extensions, disks, and autoscaling policies. Azure storage covers storage accounts, Blob Storage, Azure Files, access tiers, and lifecycle policies. Azure Backup and Azure Site Recovery complete the data protection strategy.
Azure Monitor collects metrics and logs from all your resources. The training covers configuring alerts, action rules, visualization workbooks, and Log Analytics for advanced analysis. Azure Advisor provides optimization recommendations for security, performance, and costs.
Azure governance uses Azure Policy to enforce configuration standards, blueprints to deploy compliant environments, and tags to organize resources. Automation with PowerShell, Azure CLI, and ARM/Bicep templates enables reproducible and rapid deployments. These governance and automation practices are standard requirements in Swiss companies subject to audit and compliance obligations.
The AZ-104 exam (Microsoft Azure Administrator) validates the Azure Administrator Associate title. It contains between 40 and 60 questions (multiple choice, scenarios, case studies, and labs) and lasts approximately 120 minutes. The passing score is 700 out of 1000. The certification is valid for one year and can be renewed free of charge via Microsoft Learn.
In French-speaking Switzerland, this certification is among the most requested by employers for cloud administration positions. Targeted roles include Azure administrator, cloud engineer, hybrid infrastructure administrator, and IT operations consultant. Banking, pharmaceutical, international organization, and technology sectors in Geneva and Lausanne actively recruit Azure-certified profiles.
At ITTA, a Microsoft Learning Partner in Switzerland You benefit from hands-on labs on real Microsoft cloud environments, an official course support (MOC), and MCT certified trainers. Sessions are held in-person in Geneva and Lausanne or via virtual classroom.
What are the prerequisites for the AZ-104 training?
Experience in IT administration (Windows Server, networking, storage) is recommended. A basic understanding of Azure concepts (portal, subscriptions, resource groups) is helpful. The AZ-900 training is an excellent preliminary step for beginners.
Is this training suitable for someone without Azure experience?
Basic Azure knowledge is expected. If you are completely new to Azure, it is recommended to take the AZ-900 (Azure Fundamentals) training first. The AZ-104 training is designed for IT professionals with existing infrastructure experience.
How much time is dedicated to hands-on labs?
The training includes substantial hands-on time with Microsoft cloud labs. Each module combines theory with practical exercises on real Azure environments. Participants spend approximately 50-60% of the time on labs.
Does the AZ-104 cover Azure Kubernetes Service (AKS)?
The training covers Azure Container Instances and basic container concepts. For in-depth Kubernetes training, the AZ-305 and dedicated container courses are recommended.
Is the training available as a virtual classroom?
Yes. ITTA offers the AZ-104 training in-person in Geneva and Lausanne as well as via virtual classroom with the same content, the same labs, and the same MCT trainer. You choose the format that suits you.
Is the certification recognized in Switzerland?
Yes. The Azure Administrator Associate certification is internationally recognized and highly valued by employers in French-speaking Switzerland for cloud infrastructure positions.
Can this training be combined with other Azure courses?
The AZ-104 training pairs well with AZ-500 (Security), AZ-700 (Networking), and AZ-305 (Architecture). These specialized courses deepen your skills in specific areas of the Azure platform.
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