Advanced Apple Platform Security, Integrations, & Management

Advanced Apple Platform Security, Integrations, & Management

This course is part of Modern Apple Platform Admin: macOS & iOS Essentials Specialization

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6 modules

Gain insight into a topic and learn the fundamentals.

Advanced level

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6 hours to complete

Flexible schedule

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6 modules

Gain insight into a topic and learn the fundamentals.

Advanced level

Recommended experience

6 hours to complete

Flexible schedule

Learn at your own pace

What you'll learn

Master the art of securing iOS, iPadOS, and macOS devices with Mosyle Fuse.
Enhance organizational security and compliance across Apple devices.
Leverage Apple Intelligence through MDM for advanced automation.
Gain hands-on skills for deploying and managing AppleTVs in enterprise settings.

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This course is part of the Modern Apple Platform Admin: macOS & iOS Essentials Specialization

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There are 6 modules in this course

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A smarter way to learn with interactive, real-time conversations that help you test your knowledge, challenge assumptions, and deepen your understanding as you progress through the course. In this course, you'll explore advanced Apple platform security, integrations, and device management techniques. The course will equip you with the tools and best practices needed to enhance the security and manageability of Apple devices across an organization. You'll gain hands-on experience with tools like Mosyle MDM, AppleSeed for IT, and Deploy Pro, learning how to secure and maintain iOS, iPadOS, and macOS devices efficiently. Starting with device hardening and malware removal, the course will guide you through securing Apple devices using Mosyle Fuse. You will then dive into Apple Intelligence, exploring ways to optimize device performance and automation through MDM. As you progress, you’ll learn about AppleTV management and how to leverage beta software testing via AppleSeed for IT. This course is ideal for IT professionals, system administrators, and tech enthusiasts looking to deepen their expertise in managing Apple environments. It’s perfect for those with prior experience in device management and security, looking to enhance their skills and tackle real-world challenges.

In this module, we will focus on managing the security of Apple devices using Mosyle Fuse. You will learn how to harden and enforce compliance across iOS, iPadOS, and macOS devices, as well as leverage Mosyle’s malware detection and removal capabilities. Additionally, we will explore how to configure temporary admin privileges to maintain security without compromising user efficiency.

What's included

4 videos2 readings1 assignment1 plugin

4 videosTotal 17 minutes

Hardening & Compliance for iOS/iPadOS4 minutes
Hardening & Compliance for macOS3 minutes
Malware Detection & Removal for macOS3 minutes
Admin on Demand for macOS5 minutes

2 readingsTotal 20 minutes

Introduction to the Course 'Advanced Apple Security, Integrations, & Management'10 minutes
Full Specialization Resources10 minutes

1 assignmentTotal 15 minutes

Managing Apple Device Security with Mosyle Fuse - Assessment15 minutes

1 pluginTotal 15 minutes

Implementing Security Compliance in Mosyle15 minutes

In this module, we will explore Apple’s on-device intelligence features and their impact on device management. You will learn how to manage these features using local settings and Mobile Device Management (MDM) for iPhones, iPads, and Macs. We will provide hands-on demonstrations for both iOS and macOS devices.

What's included

4 videos1 assignment1 plugin

In this module, we will guide you through the process of managing AppleTV devices using Mosyle MDM. You will learn how to add AppleTVs to MDM, automate their deployment, and efficiently manage settings and updates. Additionally, we will demonstrate how to control AppleTV device behavior to ensure seamless integration within your organization.

What's included

3 videos1 assignment1 plugin

In this module, we will introduce you to AppleSeed for IT, a program that allows IT professionals to test pre-release software. You will learn how to enable AppleSeed access for managed Apple accounts, deploy beta software across test devices, and create effective testing plans. Additionally, we’ll guide you on using the Feedback Assistant to provide valuable insights to Apple, helping improve future software versions.

What's included

5 videos1 assignment1 plugin

In this module, we revisit the management of macOS software applications using advanced tools like Deploy Pro and Software Center. Learn how to integrate these tools with Mosyle MDM, deploy software efficiently, and generate reports to track application statuses across your managed devices.

What's included

5 videos1 assignment1 plugin

5 videosTotal 46 minutes

Introduction to Deploy Pro6 minutes
Installing Software Center3 minutes
Managing Applications with Deploy Pro19 minutes
Integrating Deploy Pro with Mosyle8 minutes
Deploy Pro Reporting9 minutes

1 assignmentTotal 15 minutes

Managing Mac Software Applications (Revisited) - Assessment15 minutes

1 pluginTotal 15 minutes

Managing Mac Software Deployment with Automata Deploy Pro15 minutes

In this module, we will guide you on where to go next in your Apple IT journey. You’ll discover the wealth of resources available through the Mac Admin community, including forums and conferences. Additionally, we’ll outline the steps to pursue Apple’s official certification paths to further your career and expertise in Apple IT management.

What's included

2 videos1 reading3 assignments

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