Overview

Google Workspace: Advanced Administration & Security is the second course of Exam Prep: Google Cloud Certified Associate Google Workspace Administrator Specialization. This course provides an in-depth exploration of Google Workspace administration, focusing on crucial aspects like authorization, access management, comprehensive mail handling, and robust security practices. Learners will gain expertise in configuring Google Workspace as both a Service Provider and an Identity Provider, alongside managing access to third-party applications. The curriculum covers data governance and security, including setting up and managing Vault for eDiscovery and compliance, configuring Drive and Shared Drives, and implementing data security and compliance measures. The course is divided into three modules, and each module is further segmented into Lessons and Video Lectures. This course facilitates learners with approximately 3:00-3:30 Hours of Video lectures that provide both Theory and Hands-On knowledge. Also, Graded and Ungraded Quizzes are provided with every module to test learners' ability. Module 1: Authorization and Access in Google Workspace Module 2: Mail Management and Security in Google Workspace Module 3: Data Management and Compliance in Google Workspace This course is designed for IT professionals, system administrators, cloud administrators, and anyone responsible for managing and maintaining Google Workspace environments. - IT Administrator - Technical Support Engineer - Collaboration Engineer - Google Workspace Administrator By the end of the course, learners will be able to: - Effectively manage user and application access within Google Workspace, including third-party integrations. - Configure and troubleshoot Google Workspace mail settings, routing, and security rules. - Leverage Google Workspace as both a Service Provider and Identity Provider for enhanced organizational control.

Syllabus

Authorization and Access in Google Workspace

Welcome to Week 1. This week, we'll begin by understanding and implementing robust authorization policies to secure your resources. A significant focus will be on leveraging Google Workspace, exploring its capabilities as both a Service Provider and an Identity Provider, complete with comprehensive, multi-part demonstrations for practical insight. Furthermore, we’ll learn how to effectively manage access to third-party applications and websites, ensuring a secure and controlled environment. By the end of this module, you’ll possess the essential skills to govern user access, enforce security policies, and manage identities across your Google Cloud and integrated applications, foundational for maintaining a secure and compliant infrastructure.

Mail Management and Security in Google Workspace

Welcome to Week 2. This week, we'll delve into the intricacies of Google Workspace mail management, starting with an in-depth look at configuring general mail settings and mail routing rules, complete with practical demonstrations. We’ll then explore the critical aspect of managing mail-related DNS settings to ensure seamless mail flow. A significant portion of this module will be dedicated to diagnosing and resolving mail routing issues, reinforced by hands-on demos to equip you with troubleshooting expertise. Finally, we’ll cover configuring and managing security, compliance, and spam rules, again with practical demonstrations, to safeguard your organization's communication. By the end of this module, you’ll possess the skills to effectively set up, maintain, and troubleshoot mail services.

Data Management and Compliance in Google Workspace

Welcome to Week 3. This week, we'll begin by exploring the configuration and management of Google Vault, understanding its role in data retention, e-discovery, and compliance, with practical demonstrations to solidify your understanding. Next, we'll focus on Google Drive and Shared Drives, covering best practices for organization, access control, and collaborative workflows. A significant portion of this module will be dedicated to ensuring compliance with various regulatory requirements, providing you with the knowledge and tools to meet industry standards. By the end of this module, you'll possess critical skills for safeguarding data, maintaining compliance, and effectively managing your Google Workspace environment.