Securing Windows Server 2016

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Duration

5 Days

Upcoming Batch

14 December 2026 - 18 December 2026

Batch Options

8 hours & 4 hours

Language

English / Arabic

Course Overview

The Securing Windows Server 2016 course at CounselTrain is designed to provide IT professionals with the essential skills and knowledge to protect Windows Server 2016 environments from security threats. This course focuses on implementing robust security measures to safeguard server infrastructure, data, and applications. Participants will explore advanced topics such as configuring security policies, managing access controls, and deploying network security solutions. The curriculum covers critical areas including Windows Defender, firewall configurations, auditing and monitoring, and best practices for securing server roles and services. Through hands-on labs and practical exercises, learners will gain the expertise needed to identify vulnerabilities, apply security patches, and enhance overall server security. By the end of the course, participants will be equipped with the tools and techniques necessary to secure Windows Server 2016 environments effectively, ensuring a resilient and protected IT infrastructure.

Target Audience

IT professionals who need to administer Windows Server 2016 networks securely and work with networks that are configured as Windows Server domain-based environments with managed access to the Internet and cloud services.

Course Content

12 modules · 50 topics

01Module 1: Attacks, breach detection, and Sysinternals tools4 topics

Understanding attacks
Detecting security breaches
Examining activity with the Sysinternals tools
Lab : Basic breach detection and incident response strategies

02Module 2: Protecting credentials and privileged access7 topics

Understanding user rights
Computer and service accounts
Protecting credentials
Privileged Access Workstations and jump servers
Local administrator password solution
Lab : Implementing user rights, security options, and group managed service accounts
Lab : Configuring and deploying LAPs

03Module 3: Limiting administrator rights with Just Enough Administration3 topics

Understanding JEA
Verifying and deploying JEA
Lab : Limiting administrator privileges with JEA

04Module 4: Privileged access management and administrative forests4 topics

ESAE forests
Overview of Microsoft Identity Manager
Overview of JIT administration and PAM
Lab : Limiting administrator privileges with PAM

05Module 5: Mitigating malware and threats4 topics

Configuring and managing Windows Defender
Restricting software
Configuring and using the Device Guard feature
Lab : Securing applications with Windows Defender, AppLocker, and Device Guard Rules

06Module 6: Analyzing activity with advanced auditing and log analytics4 topics

Overview of auditing
Advanced auditing
Windows PowerShell auditing and logging
Lab : Configuring advanced auditing

07Module 7: Deploying and configuring Advanced Threat Analytics and Microsoft Operations Management Suite4 topics

Deploying and configuring ATA
Deploying and configuring Microsoft Operations Management Suite
Deploying and configuring Azure Security Center
Lab : Deploying ATA, Microsoft Operations Management Suite, and Azure Security Center

08Module 8: Secure Virtualization Infrastructure3 topics

Guarded fabric
Shielded and encryption-supported virtual machines
Lab : Guarded fabric with Admin-trusted attestation and shielded VMs

09Module 9: Securing application development and server-workload infrastructure4 topics

Using SCT
Understanding containers
Lab : Using SCT
Lab : Deploying and configuring containers

10Module 10: Planning and protecting data4 topics

Planning and implementing encryption
Planning and implementing BitLocker
Protecting data by using Azure Information Protection
Lab : Protecting data by using encryption and BitLocker

11Module 11: Optimizing and securing file services5 topics

File Server Resource Manager
Implementing classification and file management tasks
Dynamic Access Control
Lab : Quotas and file screening
Lab : Implementing Dynamic Access Control

12Module 12: Securing network traffic with firewalls and encryption4 topics

Understanding network-related security threats
Understanding Windows Firewall with Advanced Security
Configuring IPsec
Datacenter Firewall

Schedule Dates

4 upcoming batches

Session Type

Physical sessions run at our training facility.

Securing Windows Server 2016
Batch Dates	Duration	Batch Options	Language
14 December 2026 - 18 December 2026Next	5 Days	8 hours & 4 hours	English / Arabic
15 March 2027 - 19 March 2027	5 Days	8 hours & 4 hours	English / Arabic
21 June 2027 - 25 June 2027	5 Days	8 hours & 4 hours	English / Arabic
27 September 2027 - 01 October 2027	5 Days	8 hours & 4 hours	English / Arabic

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FAQs

What are the prerequisites for this course?

Participants should have:

Basic knowledge of Windows Server administration

Experience with Windows Server 2016 or previous versions

Understanding of fundamental IT and network security concepts

How is the course delivered?

The course is delivered through a mix of lectures, hands-on labs, and practical exercises. Participants will receive detailed course materials and resources.

Will I receive a certification upon completion?

Upon completing the course, participants will receive a certificate of completion from CounselTrain. The course prepares participants for security-related certifications and roles but does not include a certification exam.

Are course materials provided?

Yes, participants receive comprehensive course materials, including study guides, practical exercises, and reference documents.

Can the course be customized for corporate training?

Yes, CounselTrain offers customized training solutions for organizations. Contact our corporate training team for information on tailored programs.

What support is available during the course?

Participants have access to instructors for support and clarification throughout the course, along with extensive course materials and resources.

This course includes:

Soft copy of Courseware
Certificate of Course Completion
Experienced and Professional Trainer
Lab and Exercises During Training
Sample Questions for Exam Preparation
Mock Test on the Last Day of Training
Exam Registration Guidance
5-Star Training Environment

Upcoming Batch

14 December 2026 - 18 December 2026

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