In today’s digital world, cybersecurity is more than just a best practice — it’s a business necessity. For organizations relying on Microsoft 365 and cloud platforms, implementing Conditional Access policies ensures that only verified, secure users can access company data.
This guide walks you through how to create a Conditional Access policy to require multifactor authentication (MFA) for all users — and explains why working with a professional MSP in Canada can help streamline your security setup and ensure long-term protection.
Step-by-Step: How to Create a Conditional Access Policy
- Sign in to the Microsoft Entra Admin Center
Use an account with the Conditional Access Administrator role.
Go to Protection > Conditional Access > Policies, then click New policy. - Name Your Policy Clearly
Choose a descriptive name like “Require MFA for All Users.”
Establish a clear naming convention for consistency across your organization. - Define Assignments
- Under Users or workload identities > Include, select All users.
- Under Exclude, choose your organization’s emergency access or “break-glass” accounts.
- Select Target Resources
- Navigate to Cloud apps > Include, and select All cloud apps.
- Under Exclude, pick any apps that should not require MFA (such as internal testing tools).
- Set Access Controls
Under Grant, choose:- Grant access
- Require multifactor authentication
Then select Select to confirm.
- Test in Report-Only Mode
Set Enable policy to Report-only and click Create.
This lets administrators validate the policy’s impact before enforcing it. - Enable the Policy
Once you confirm it’s working as expected, toggle Enable policy from Report-only to On.
That’s it — your Conditional Access policy is now live and protecting your organization’s cloud environment.
Why MFA and Conditional Access Matter for Business Continuity
Implementing MFA is one of the simplest, most effective steps to prevent unauthorized access.
Combined with Conditional Access, it helps:
- Block login attempts from risky locations or devices.
- Ensure sensitive data is only accessed under verified conditions.
- Support compliance with security standards (e.g., ISO 27001, SOC 2).
However, maintaining and monitoring these policies requires expertise — especially as your environment scales or when multiple tools (Microsoft 365, Azure, Google Workspace, etc.) are involved. That’s where a Managed Service Provider (MSP) adds real value.
Why Work with a Professional MSP in Canada
At SystemSupport.ca, we’ve been providing full-stack IT support in Toronto for over 15 years, helping more than 80 SMEs grow with confidence.
Our managed IT services include:
- 24/7 IT support and proactive monitoring
- Backup services for servers and Microsoft 365
- Cybersecurity and endpoint protection
- Helpdesk support for employees
- Managed server maintenance and updates
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- Hardware solutions from trusted brands — Apple, HP, Dell, Lenovo, Ubiquiti
With our transparent pricing and honest, tailored approach, we align every solution with your business goals — not just your IT infrastructure.
Final Thoughts
Setting up Conditional Access and MFA is essential for keeping your organization secure, but the real key to long-term reliability is continuous management and monitoring. A trusted MSP in Canada can help you stay ahead of evolving threats while optimizing performance and uptime.
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