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The GIAC Certified Windows System Administrator (GCWN) certification validates a practitioner's ability to secure Microsoft Windows clients and servers. GCWN certification holders have the knowledge and skills needed to configure and manage the security of Microsoft operating systems and applications, including: PKI, Group Policy, AppLocker, PowerShell, and hardening Windows against malware and persistent adversaries.
Areas Covered
- Securing PowerShell
- Zero Trust multifactor authentication
- Windows endpoint protection
- Operating system and application hardening
- PKI management
- Restricting administrative compromise
Who is GCWN for?
- Individuals responsible for installing, configuring, & securing Microsoft Windows clients & servers
- Windows endpoint and server administrators
- Practitioners who want to validate PowerShell automation skills
- Practitioners implementing the CIS Critical Security Controls
- USA military and government cyber defenders
- Blue teamers