Identity & Access Management: Strong understanding of Microsoft Entra ID (Azure AD), User identity lifecycle, Authentication methods, and Role-based access control (RBAC)
Microsoft 365 Administration: Hands-on experience managing Microsoft 365 tenant, Exchange Online, SharePoint / OneDrive basics, License management and troubleshooting login and mailbox issues, manage permissions and access policies, and implement MFA
Endpoint Management: Experience with Microsoft Intune, Device enrollment, Device compliance policies, Security configuration profiles, Application deployment, and understanding of MDM vs MAM, Corporate vs BYOD device management
Windows Server Administration: Hands-on experience with Windows Server, Active Directory, Group Policy, DNS basics, File services with understanding of hybrid identity environments and AD synchronization
Security Awareness: Understanding of Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA), Conditional Access, Identity protection, Device compliance enforcement and experience implementing security baseline policies.
Networking Fundamentals: Basic understanding of DNS, VPN authentication, Identity-based access control, and secure remote access
Extra Points
Automation: Experience with PowerShell scripting, Microsoft Graph API, Automating user lifecycle tasks