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Training

Online Training Courses

PKI Fundamentals with Microsoft Active Directory Certificate Services (AD CS) – ViaMonstra Online Academy – January 15 through February 19, 2026

Mastering Enterprise PKI Certificates with Microsoft Intune – ViaMonstra Online Academy – March 10-12, 2026

In-Person Training Courses

Always On VPN – Implementing and Supporting – Live Hands-On Training (various locations)

Intune and Certificates Training – Live In-Person – TBA

Pluralsight Video Training Courses

Implementing Microsoft Always On VPN with Windows Server 2022

Planning and Implementing DirectAccess with Windows Server 2016 

Managing and Supporting DirectAccess with Windows Server 2016 

Additional Training Opportunities

Personalized training classes for Microsoft Entra Private Access, Always On VPN, and Intune Certificates are also available. Training classes range from 1-5 days and can be delivered on-site or remotely. Fill out the form below, and I’ll provide more information.

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