Securing Windows Server 2016

70-744

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Jan 31, 2021
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Exam Details

Duration120 min
Passing Score700
LevelProfessional
TestingPearson VUE
Valid For2 years (certification was valid for 2 years from January 31, 2021 retirement date, after which it moved to inactive section of transcript)
Release DateNov 1, 2016
Exam Cost$165

What topics are on the 70-744 exam?

1

Implement Server Hardening Solutions 27.5%

1.1
Configure disk and file encryption
6 subtopics
1.1.1Determine hardware and firmware requirements
1.1.2Deploy BitLocker encryption
1.1.3Configure Network Unlock feature
1.1.4Configure BitLocker Group Policy settings
1.1.5Implement BitLocker Recovery Process
1.1.6Manage Encrypting File System (EFS)
Learning Objectives
  • Deploy and manage BitLocker Drive Encryption in various scenarios
  • Configure disk and file-level encryption
  • Implement recovery procedures for encrypted data
  • Determine appropriate encryption solutions for different use cases
1.2
Implement server patching and updating solutions
3 subtopics
1.2.1Install and configure WSUS
1.2.2Manage updates using WSUS
1.2.3Troubleshoot WSUS
Learning Objectives
  • Deploy and configure Windows Server Update Services
  • Manage update approvals and deployments
  • Troubleshoot update delivery issues
1.3
Implement malware protection
3 subtopics
1.3.1Implement Windows Defender
1.3.2Implement AppLocker
1.3.3Implement Control Flow Guard and Device Guard
Learning Objectives
  • Implement comprehensive malware protection using Windows Defender
  • Configure application whitelisting with AppLocker
  • Deploy Code Integrity and Control Flow Guard policies
1.4
Protect credentials
2 subtopics
1.4.1Implement Credential Guard
1.4.2Implement NTLM blocking
Learning Objectives
  • Deploy and configure Credential Guard for credential protection
  • Implement NTLM blocking to enforce stronger authentication
1.5
Create security baselines
1 subtopics
1.5.1Use Microsoft Security Compliance Toolkit
Learning Objectives
  • Create and manage security baselines using Microsoft Security Compliance Toolkit
  • Deploy security configurations to various server types
Domain Hands-on Skills
Deploy BitLocker in multiple scenarios (TPM, non-TPM, clustered storage)Configure WSUS from installation through deploymentCreate AppLocker rules using PowerShellDeploy Credential Guard via multiple methodsUse Security Compliance Manager to create and deploy baselines
Common Mistakes to Avoid
  • Not verifying TPM version compatibility before BitLocker deployment
  • Forgetting to configure Network Unlock for automated boot scenarios
  • Misconfiguring WSUS computer groups leading to incorrect update targeting
  • Not testing AppLocker rules before production deployment
  • Missing hardware requirements for Credential Guard
2

Secure a Virtualization Infrastructure 7.5%

3

Secure a Network Infrastructure 12.5%

4

Manage Privileged Identities 27.5%

5

Implement Threat Detection Solutions 17.5%

6

Implement Workload-Specific Security 7.5%

How do I earn the Securing Windows Server 2016 certification?

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    No longer applicable - certification retired

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Official Resources

Community Resources

Microsoft Learn Q&ATechNet Forums (Archived)Reddit r/WindowsServerMicrosoft Learning Community

Hands-on Labs

Windows Server 2016 Evaluation EditionMicrosoftInteractive Labs for Windows Server 2016Pluralsight

What's changed on this exam?

Status: RETIRED
Retired: 2021-01-31

Technology Coverage

BitLockerWindows Server 2025

Concepts from 70-744 remain foundational but implementation has evolved

Released: 2024-11-01
Guarded Fabric / Shielded VMsWindows Server 2025

Technology remains relevant for high-security Hyper-V environments

Released: 2024-11-01
Advanced Threat Analytics (ATA)

ATA deprecated, replaced by cloud-native Defender for Identity

Operations Management Suite (OMS)

OMS evolved into Azure Monitor and Microsoft Sentinel

Industry Trends

Who should take this exam?

Recommended Experience

  • 3+ years of experience with Windows Server administration
  • Strong understanding of Active Directory
  • Experience with Windows Server security features
  • Knowledge of networking and virtualization
  • Familiarity with PowerShell scripting

Experience Level: Intermediate To Advanced

How do I register & what's the exam fee?

Exam Cost$165 USD
Testing CentersPearson VUE
Online ProctoringAvailable

How long is the certification valid?

Valid For2 years (certification was valid for 2 years from January 31, 2021 retirement date, after which it moved to inactive section of transcript)
Recertification
  • Pass a current Microsoft exam
  • Pass an elective exam from the same certification path

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