- Prepared for the Worst: Hands-On Active Directory Disaster Recovery with Quest
- Defend What Matters: A Hands-On Workshop in Identity Threat Detection & Response with Quest
- Take center stage on your next migration: Quest On Demand Hands-On Workshop
- Advanced Active Directory Attacks
- Mastering Conditional Access: Unleashing Advanced Capabilities for Secure Cloud Access
- Restrict Access to Information in Entra ID and Exchange Online
- Recovery Manager for Active Directory – Disaster Recovery Edition (DRE): Automate and accelerate the recovery process, reducing downtime from days to hours.
- Disaster Recovery for Identity (DRI): Leverage a SaaS-based solution offering immutable cloud backups and rapid, malware-free recovery capabilities. Quest IT Management
- Implement best practices for AD backup and recovery strategies.
- Utilize DRI to restore critical identity services swiftly and securely.
- Integrate Quest's tools to enhance your organization's resilience against identity-related disasters.
Change Auditor for real-time threat detection, protection and forensic-level audit trails.
On Demand Audit for cloud-delivered visibility into Microsoft 365 and Entra ID activities.
Audit Agent to capture and correlate changes across hybrid environments.
Security Guardian to enforce proactive protection and block unauthorized changes before they happen.
Planning your migration with confidence, including GPO to Intune Policy assessments
Self-service device migration from on premise Active Directory to Microsoft Entra.
Configuring On Demand Migration with least privilege access for maximum security and control to migrate to Microsoft 365
Provide world-class support during and after migration, with tips directly from the ODM support team.
- Presented by Paula Januszkiewicz
- Founder & CEO, Microsoft Regional Director, MVP, MCT
- How attackers think and operate in AD environments
- How to recognize and respond to various attack techniques
- How to strengthen and secure Active Directory before, during, and after an incident
- How to develop and implement a proactive AD security strategy
- Presented by Louis Mastelinck
- Security Consultant, The Collective
- Hands-On Exploration: Gain direct experience, from basics to advanced setups.
- Latest Innovations: Stay ahead by integrating cutting-edge solutions.
- Practical Skills: Acquire the knowledge to implement, manage, and troubleshoot with confidence.
- Laptop
- Smartphone with the Microsoft Authenticator app installed.
- Ability to install PowerShell modules (local admin permissions)
- During the workshop and in order to create the test tenant, attendees will register for a Microsoft 365 E5 Trial (a credit card will be required, but no charge will be applied).
- Presented by Ingo Gegenwarth
- IT Principal Consultant, SAP SE
Pre-conference Workshop
Where Identity Security, Microsoft 365, and Copilot experts gather, learn, and innovate.
Join us one day earlier on Monday, September 29 for an expert-led, hands-on technical workshops on Quest products or Microsoft infrastructure management and security.
The smaller setting of the pre-conference workshop also allows you to network with Quest experts and users. Whether you’re starting from scratch or picking up where others on your team left off, these one-day workshops will provide you with the product expertise and essentials needed to maximize your investment with Quest and Microsoft solutions.
Select one of these all-day workshops on Monday, September 29 (read descriptions below):
Quest Specific Workshops
Microsoft Infrastructure Workshops
Select One of Six Workshops
Quest: Prepared for the Worst: Hands-On Active Directory Disaster Recovery with Quest
MUST PURCHASE A TICKET that INCLUDES (+) the WORKSHOP for Monday, September 29.
In today's threat landscape, being prepared for an identity disaster is not optional—it's essential. Active Directory remains a prime target for cyberattacks, and swift recovery is crucial to minimize downtime and maintain business continuity.
Join Quest's disaster recovery experts for an immersive, hands-on workshop where you'll explore how to effectively prepare for and respond to Active Directory compromises using Quest's robust solutions:
Through real-world scenarios and guided exercises, you'll learn to:
Whether you're developing a disaster recovery plan or seeking to enhance your existing strategy, this workshop will equip you with the knowledge and tools to ensure your identity infrastructure can withstand and recover from unforeseen events.
Quest will provide each student a demo environment that includes a copy of Recovery Manager for Active Directory Disaster Recovery Edition and Disaster Recovery for Identity. Wifi and power will be provided on-site. Students will bring their own Windows or Mac laptop that includes Core i5 or higher, 8 GB of RAM or higher, and the latest version of Chrome or Edge.
Quest: Defend What Matters: A Hands-On Workshop in Identity Threat Detection & Response with Quest
MUST PURCHASE A TICKET that INCLUDES (+) the WORKSHOP for Monday, September 29.
In today’s hybrid environments, your identity infrastructure is constantly under threat—and defending it takes more than just alerts. It takes actionable visibility, automated response, and a platform that’s purpose-built for identity-centric security.
In this full-day, hands-on workshop, Quest’s ITDR experts will guide you through how to detect, investigate, and respond to identity-based threats using Quest’s powerful suite of tools, including:
You’ll explore real-world scenarios, test threat response strategies, and learn how to connect the dots across on-prem AD and Entra ID. From insider threats to lateral movement, you’ll walk away knowing how to turn signal into action—and identity into your strongest line of defense.
Whether you’re just starting your ITDR journey or looking to fine-tune your defense posture, this session will prepare you to see threats sooner, respond faster, and recover smarter.
Quest will provide each student with a demo environment that includes a copy of Change Auditor and Security Guardian. Wi-Fi and power will be provided on-site. Students will bring their own Windows or Mac laptop that includes Core i5 or higher, 8 GB of RAM or higher, and the latest version of Chrome or Edge.
Students will be sent the slide and lab guide before the training. It is highly recommended that students print these documents and bring them with them for the training.
Quest: Take center stage on your next migration: Quest On Demand Hands-On Workshop
MUST PURCHASE A TICKET that INCLUDES (+) the WORKSHOP for Monday, September 29.
Join the experts behind Quest On Demand Migration (ODM) —Get the low down on what pitfalls to look for, what to expect, and how to crush your upcoming migration, so you look like a total rock star. Learn from some of the best in the biz on how to plan, execute, and deliver.
Gain crucial knowledge on orchestrating a successful migration across Microsoft 365 workloads, including mail, OneDrive, SharePoint, Teams, and computer devices.
You’ll walk through:
Whether you're waiting for the opening band for your next migration gig or about to take the main stage, this workshop will arm you with the practical tools, best practices, and insider guidance to wow the crowds.
Quest will provide each student with a demo environment that includes a copy of On Demand Migration. Wifi and power will be provided on-site. Students will bring their own Windows or Mac laptop that includes Core i5 or higher, 8 GB of RAM or higher, and the latest version of Chrome or Edge.
Microsoft Infrastructure: Advanced Active Directory Attacks
MUST PURCHASE A TICKET that INCLUDES (+) the WORKSHOP for Monday, September 29.
Active Directory (AD) security is now a critical pillar of IT infrastructure protection. Ignoring it can lead to serious consequences like data breaches, financial loss, and reputational damage. In this full-day workshop, cybersecurity expert Paula Januszkiewicz will guide participants through real-world AD attacks and teach practical strategies for detection, response, and prevention.
We’ll start by exploring the hacker’s perspective — walking through common attack techniques like Password Spraying, Pass-the-Ticket, Pass-the-Key, Overpass-the-Hash, and Kerberoasting. Through live demos and real-world case studies, Paula will show how these attacks are carried out and how they can be spotted early. The second part of the day will focus on incident response and hardening strategies. Participants will learn proven best practices for reacting to AD breaches, securing their environments, and building resilience against future threats.
Packed with real-life examples, interactive exercises, and hands-on advice, this workshop will equip attendees with the critical skills needed to protect Active Directory environments effectively.
By the end of this workshop, attendees will have a solid understanding of:
Microsoft Infrastructure: Mastering Conditional Access: Unleashing Advanced Capabilities for Secure Cloud Access
MUST PURCHASE A TICKET that INCLUDES (+) the WORKSHOP for Monday, September 29.
Embark on a deep dive into the cutting-edge technology that defines how, when, and where users access cloud applications. While many are familiar with the basics of enforcing MFA, our 8-hour workshop goes beyond, focusing on the untapped potential of Microsoft's Conditional Access.
Beyond the Basics: This workshop isn't just about fundamentals. It's an exploration of advanced scenarios, from FIDO2 authentication to download restrictions, sign-in risk, and blocking non-compliant devices. Discover how to harness the latest innovations to fortify your tenant.
Why You Can't Miss This:
Who Should Attend: Ideal for IT enthusiasts, professionals, and anyone eager to master the intricacies of Conditional Access.
Your Takeaway: A profound understanding of Conditional Access concepts, implementation skills, and troubleshooting expertise, empowering you to tackle any security challenge with confidence."
Tech Requirements: The tech requirements for the attendees are:
Microsoft Infrastructure: Restrict Access to Information in Entra ID and Exchange Online
MUST PURCHASE A TICKET that INCLUDES (+) the WORKSHOP for Monday, September 29.
In a world where identity is the new perimeter, ensuring the right people have the right access—and only the right access—has never been more critical. This all-day, hands-on workshop will equip you with the practical skills and real-world knowledge to restrict and delegate access in both Entra ID and Exchange Online using advanced administrative controls.
You’ll dive into Administrative Units (AUs) and the more powerful Restricted Administrative Units (RAUs) in Entra ID, learning how to scope and delegate permissions using built-in and custom roles, and automate it all with Microsoft Graph. Then, shift focus to Exchange Online, where you’ll explore its highly granular RBAC model—right down to the cmdlet—perfect for creating precise, scoped delegations, including for applications and service principals.
Through guided demos, practical scenarios, and expert insights, you’ll leave with a strong grasp of best practices in Entra RBAC, Exchange RBAC, Privileged Identity Management (PIM), and Identity Governance—everything you need to tighten access, reduce risk, and stay audit-ready.
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