Course Description

Course Overview

Microsoft Azure Security Technologies (AZ-500) is an advanced training program designed for security professionals and IT administrators to gain expertise in securing Microsoft Azure environments. Participants will learn how to implement security controls, detect and respond to security threats, and ensure compliance with security standards in Azure.

Prerequisites

To excel in this course, participants should have a solid understanding of Microsoft Azure fundamentals, including virtualization, networking, and identity concepts. Familiarity with cybersecurity principles and best practices is essential. Prior experience with Azure services and security technologies will be highly beneficial.

Methodology

The course will be delivered through a combination of instructor-led lectures, practical demonstrations, hands-on labs, and interactive discussions. Participants will have access to dedicated Azure environments for hands-on practice, enabling them to apply the concepts learned in real-world scenarios. The course will be led by certified instructors with extensive experience in Azure security and solutions, ensuring a high-quality learning experience.

Course Outline

• Introduction to Microsoft Azure Security
• Understanding Azure security features and capabilities
• Overview of Azure Security Center and Azure Policy
• Identifying security challenges and solutions in Azure environments
• Implementing Identity and Access Management (IAM)
• Configuring Azure Active Directory and Azure AD Privileged Identity Management (PIM)
• Implementing conditional access and multi-factor authentication
• Managing Azure RBAC and role assignments
• Securing Data and Applications in Azure
• Implementing encryption and security controls for data at rest and in transit
• Configuring Azure Key Vault and Azure Disk Encryption
• Securing application access with Azure App Service Authentication and Authorization
• Implementing Network Security in Azure
• Configuring Azure Virtual Network and Network Security Groups (NSGs)
• Implementing Azure Firewall and Azure DDoS Protection
• Deploying Azure Bastion for secure remote access
• Detecting and Responding to Security Threats
• Implementing Azure Monitor for security and threat detection
• Configuring Azure Security Center for continuous monitoring and compliance
• Utilizing Azure Sentinel for security incident response
• Managing Security and Compliance in Azure
• Designing and implementing security policies with Azure Policy
• Ensuring compliance with security standards and regulations
• Implementing Azure Security Center policies and initiatives

Outcome

Upon completion of this course, participants will be able to:

• Implement security controls to protect Microsoft Azure environments.
• Manage identity and access management for Azure resources.
• Secure data, applications, and network access in Azure.
• Detect and respond to security threats in Azure environments.
• Ensure compliance and security best practices in Azure deployments.

Labs

• Configuring Azure AD and Azure AD Privileged Identity Management
• Implementing Multi-Factor Authentication and Conditional Access
• Securing Data at Rest and in Transit with Azure Storage Encryption
• Configuring Network Security Groups and Azure Firewall
• Implementing Azure Monitor for Security and Threat Detection
• Implementing Azure Security Center Policies and Initiatives