Microsoft Entra Domain Services WiFi Authentication

The solution integrates Microsoft Entra Domain Services with LDAP-enabled systems, enabling secure and seamless authentication for legacy applications and Wi-Fi access points without the need for traditional on-premises Active Directory. Microsoft Entra Domain Services offers managed domain capabilities such as LDAP, Kerberos, and NTLM authentication, domain join, and Group Policy, all within a fully managed Azure environment. It supports hybrid cloud scenarios by synchronizing identities one-way from Entra ID and allows secure LDAP (LDAPS) over port 636, making it ideal for lift-and-shift workloads and Azure-hosted virtual machines. The implementation follows a structured nine-phase approach—from project kickoff and tenant assessment to deployment, user acceptance testing, documentation, and knowledge transfer—ensuring a comprehensive and efficient rollout within 10 man-days.