Always On VPN at TechMentor 2023

I’m excited to announce that I’ll be presenting at this year’s TechMentor IT training conference! The event takes place July 17-21, 2023, at the Microsoft headquarters in Redmond, Washington.

My Sessions

I will be delivering two talks at this year’s event.

TT04 – Deploying On-premises Certificates using Intune

In this talk, I’ll describe in detail how to deliver on-premises enterprise PKI certificates using Intune. We’ll cover all aspects of certificate delivery, including the Intune Certificate Connector configuration, device configuration profile options, advantages of PKCS over SCEP, and certificate template security best practices.

TT07 – Windows Always On VPN: Notes from the Field

During this session, I’ll share many tips, tricks, and best practices for deploying and managing Always On VPN client configuration settings using Intune. I’ll explain the limitations of the Intune VPN profile template and how to work around them using custom XML. I will also describe how to use Intune Proactive Remediation to optimize Always On VPN client configuration settings post deployment.

Discount Code

Use the discount code Hicks and receive $400.00 off the standard pricing for the event. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to learn from some of the best IT pros in the business. Register today!

Let’s Connect!

If you’re attending TechMentor 2023 this year, let’s connect! I’ll be at the conference all week. Attend one of my sessions, join me on Thursday for a Table Topic lunch, or let’s grab a beer somewhere. Reach out to me and arrange some time!

Always On VPN Masterclass at ViaMonstra Online Academy

I’m pleased to announce that my popular Always On VPN Deep Dive Workshop training event is coming to the ViaMonstra Online Academy! Many of you have requested a virtual, live, online training event for Microsoft Always On VPN, so here’s your opportunity to learn all about this secure remote access technology without having to leave the comfort of your home or office.

Live and Online

This live, online 4-day virtual training event will take place April 10-13, 2023. The cost for the training is $3,195.00 and will include ten training modules and numerous hands-on labs. Don’t miss out on this excellent opportunity to learn more about designing, implementing, managing, and support Always On VPN. Space is limited, so register today!

Additional Information

Always On VPN Masterclass at ViaMonstra Online Academy

Always On VPN Free Mini-Course at ViaMonstra Online Academy

SSL and TLS Training for Always On VPN Administrators

Understanding Transport Layer Security (TLS) is essential for Always On VPN administrators. TLS (formerly Security Sockets Layer, or SSL) is used not only for Secure Socket Tunneling Protocol (SSTP), the protocol of choice for the Always On VPN user tunnel in most deployments, but many other technologies such as secure websites and email, Remote Desktop Protocol (RDP), secure LDAP (LDAPS), and many more. High-quality, affordable TLS training is challenging to find, however.

UPDATE! This course has been further discounted for a limited time. Details below!

Practical TLS

Thankfully, Ed Harmoush from Practical Networking has a fantastic training course called Practical TLS that meets these requirements. It is the most comprehensive TLS training course I’ve seen and is surprisingly affordable too!

Course Content

The Practical TLS training course includes the following modules.

  • Module 1 – SSL/TLS Overview (free preview!)
  • Module 2 – Cryptography
  • Module 3 – x509 Certificates and Keys
  • Module 4 – Security through Certificates
  • Module 5 – Cipher Suites
  • Module 6 – SSL/TLS Handshake
  • Module 7 – TLS Defenses

TLS 1.3

The Practical TLS training course does not yet include a module on the newest TLS protocol, TLS 1.3. However, it is due out imminently! Ed is working on the content as we speak, and a preview module is included in the course today. Look for the final TLS 1.3 module soon.

Bonus Content

In addition to excellent TLS training, the course includes free OpenSSL training! Administrators working with certificates in non-Microsoft environments are sure to find this helpful. Understanding OpenSSL will benefit administrators working with network and security appliances such as firewalls and load balancers.

Enroll Now

The cost of the Practical TLS training course is regularly $297.00. It is a perpetual license, so you can view the content whenever you like and as often as you wish. You will also have access to future updates, such as the upcoming TLS 1.3 module. In addition, you can save $100.00 on the course by using promotional code RICHARDHICKS when you sign up. Don’t hesitate. Register for Practical TLS training now!

Special Discount

For a limited time, you can use the code PracticalTLS13 to get this entire course for just $49.00! This won’t last long, so register soon!

Additional Information

Practical Networking Blog

Practical TLS Training Course – $100 Off!

OpenSSL Training Course

Microsoft Always On VPN and TLS 1.3

Microsoft Always On VPN SSTP Security Configuration

Microsoft Always On VPN SSTP Certificate Renewal

Microsoft Always On VPN SSTP with Let’s Encrypt Certificates