In this inaugural episode of Guardians of the Directory, join Craig Birch, Principal Security Engineer and Technical Evangelist at Cayosoft, as he introduces himself and the mission of this podcast dedicated to Active Directory (AD) and Entra ID management, security, and recovery. With over two decades of experience in identity security and a passion for helping AD administrators and security professionals alike, Craig dives into the critical role AD and Entra ID play in today’s enterprise environments. Why focus on a technology that’s been around for 24 years? AD and Entra ID remain at the core of over 90% of organizations worldwide, often becoming prime targets for cyber attackers who seek privilege escalation paths. Each episode, Craig will share actionable insights, best practices, and expert interviews on topics ranging from AD basics to advanced defense strategies. Whether you're an AD admin, security expert, or curious learner, tune in bi-weekly for updates on key challenges and emerging solutions. Subscribe to Guardians of the Directory wherever you get your podcasts and stay one step ahead in protecting your organization’s backbone. Stay guarded, stay informed—be the Guardian of your directory!