MMS 2025 at MOA: Full Schedule

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8:00am CDT

Secure Administration of Microsoft 365 with PAW/SAW the Modern Way

Wednesday May 7, 2025 8:00am - 9:45am CDT

Cedar

Description:
Securing administration of Microsoft 365 is crucial in today’s threat landscape. Learn how to configure PAW/SAW jumphosts in the cloud using AVD or Windows 365. Understand how to implement Intune governance, RBAC, Entra ID administrative units, and more to enhance security.

What you will learn:

Configure PAW/SAW jumphosts in the cloud.
Implement Entra ID to secure PAW/SAW.
Utilize Intune for PAW/SAW security.
Deploy Defender for Endpoint for enhanced security.

Speakers

Jörgen Nilsson

Trusted Security Advisor | Microsoft MVP, Onevinn AB

Jorgen is working as a principal consultant at Onevinn in Sweden. He has been working as a consultant since 1993 with a focus on Enterprise Client Management and System Management. Involved in many projects and also a Microsoft Certified Trainer, Microsoft Security MVP and deliver... Read More →

Nicklas Ahlberg

Microsoft MVP, Onevinn

I am a Trusted Security Advisor employed at Onevinn, a leading corporate specializing in providing cutting-edge Microsoft security solutions. My primary objective is assisting organisations in navigating the terrain of Intune, ensuring they obtain an optimal and highly secure user... Read More →

Wednesday May 7, 2025 8:00am - 9:45am CDT
Cedar

Intune, Administration

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10:00am CDT

Mastering Secure Boot: Navigating KB5025885 Challenges

Wednesday May 7, 2025 10:00am - 11:45am CDT

Cedar

Description:
Navigate the intricacies of KB5025885 and manage Secure Boot changes tied to CVE-2023-24932. Gain a practical roadmap for implementing and enforcing Windows Boot Manager revocations without disrupting your environment. Ensure compliance of operating systems, recovery media, and boot images, while effectively monitoring changes for a seamless transition.

What you will learn:

Understand the implications of KB5025885 on your environment.
Evaluate and test Secure Boot changes for Windows 10/11.
Update boot and recovery media to maintain compatibility.
Monitor and enforce revocations with confidence.

Speakers

Mike Terrill

Principal Engineer, Microsoft MVP, 2Pint Software

Mike’s career has been focused on systems management and operating system deployment for over 26 years. He is a Microsoft Intune & Windows and Devices MVP and runs the Arizona Systems Management User Group. He specializes in the design, architecture and installation of Configuration... Read More →

Gary Blok

Engineer, 2Pint

Working on Intune & ConfigMgr along with Azure to develop improvements in endpoint management and reporting.I've worked in several areas over the past year, hardware OEM, finacial, state government, small startups, K-12, higher ed, and consulting.Best known for blogging on GARYTOWN... Read More →

Wednesday May 7, 2025 10:00am - 11:45am CDT
Cedar

Windows, Security

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1:00pm CDT

Adaptiva: Autonomous Patching Across Windows, Linux, and Mac

Wednesday May 7, 2025 1:00pm - 2:45pm CDT

Cedar

Description:
Vulnerabilities emerge faster than IT teams can address them, creating an endless cycle of manual remediation workflows. Learn how to secure critical systems, ensure compliance, and maintain productivity while managing diverse environments across Windows, Linux, and Mac. Join Chaz Spahn, Director of Product Management at Adaptiva, and Dave Farquhar, Customer Success Engineer at Tenable, as they delve into the complexities of cross-platform patching, including a demo of Tenable Patch Management, powered by Adaptiva.

What you will learn:

Automate patching for Windows, Linux, and Mac systems without sacrificing control or network performance.
Address unique challenges of patching across platforms with real-world examples and use cases.
Leverage unified vulnerability and patch compliance data to optimize patching strategies.
Protect endpoints and maintain operational resilience in increasingly complex IT environments.

UPDATE: We'll be raffling off a Surface laptop in this session! Must be present to win.
Surface Laptop, Copilot+ PC - 13.8 inch, Snapdragon® X Plus (10 Core), Sapphire, 16GB RAM, 512GB SSD

Hosts

Dave Farquhar

Dave Farquhar has over 30 years of IT expertise and serves as a Customer Success Engineer at Tenable. With a specialized focus on patching and vulnerability management for over 20 years, Dave has worked across higher education, non-profits, government and military, Fortune 20 companies... Read More →

Chaz Spahn

Director of Product Management, Adaptiva

Chaz Spahn, Director of Product Management at Adaptiva brings 25+ years of experience in endpoint management and patching. He has led large-scale Windows deployments and developed deployment tools at companies like CompuCom and Expedia. An Airforce veteran with technical expertise... Read More →

Sponsors

Adaptiva

Adaptiva provides autonomous endpoint management applications that eliminate complexity. Our applications run on a proprietary platform, which is powered by the surplus capacity of on-network and remote devices to continuously deliver software, configurations, and patches to endpoints in... Read More →

Wednesday May 7, 2025 1:00pm - 2:45pm CDT
Cedar

Sponsor, Automation

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5:00pm CDT

Think Like a Consultant: Elevate Your IT Career

Wednesday May 7, 2025 5:00pm - 6:45pm CDT

Cedar

Description:
Adopt a consultant's mindset to excel in your IT career. Gain insights on becoming a trusted advisor within your organization. Enhance skills, engage with the IT community, and communicate effectively to drive impactful change. Learn strategies to position yourself as a valuable consultant and advance your career.

What you will learn:

Continuous Learning: Stay updated with the latest technologies and trends.
Community Engagement: Build a strong professional network.
Effective Communication: Articulate ideas clearly and confidently.
Consultative Approach: Provide strategic recommendations and drive success.

Speakers

Sean Bulger

Cloud Endpoint Technical Specialist, Microsoft

Sean is a Cloud Endpoint Technical Specialist at Microsoft. Prior to joining Microsoft, he was a consulting engineer at a large partner and an Enterprise Mobility MVP. Sean credits the community for empowering him to grow personally and professionally and seeks to encourage others... Read More →

Chris Cavazos

Principal Consultant/Practice Technical Lead, Quisitive

Principal Consultant at Quisitive, with over 20 years experience in IT. Areas of expertise include systems management (Config. Man., Intune), Windows and Windows migration, Azure Virtual Desktop, Microsoft Defender Suite, Windows 365 and on-prem/cloud infrastructure.

Wednesday May 7, 2025 5:00pm - 6:45pm CDT
Cedar

Happy Hour, Consulting Skills

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