Course Description

Course Overview

Microsoft Security, Compliance, and Identity Fundamentals (SC-900) is an entry-level training program designed for individuals new to the field of cybersecurity and cloud security. Participants will gain a foundational understanding of Microsoft’s security, compliance, and identity solutions, including Microsoft 365, Azure, and Microsoft Defender. The course covers core concepts related to security, compliance, and identity management in the Microsoft cloud environment.

Prerequisites

To excel in this course, participants should have a basic understanding of cloud computing concepts and a general familiarity with Microsoft 365 and Azure services. Prior experience in cybersecurity or IT security is not required, making this course suitable for beginners in the field.

Methodology

The course will be delivered through a combination of instructor-led lectures, practical demonstrations, interactive discussions, and knowledge checks. Participants will have access to dedicated Microsoft environments for hands-on practice, enabling them to explore the security features and capabilities of Microsoft 365 and Azure. The course will be led by certified instructors with expertise in cloud security and Microsoft technologies, ensuring a high-quality learning experience.

Course Outline

• Introduction to Microsoft Security, Compliance, and Identity Fundamentals
• Understanding the importance of security, compliance, and identity management
• Overview of Microsoft security, compliance, and identity solutions
• Identifying security challenges and solutions in the Microsoft cloud environment
• Understanding Security, Privacy, Compliance, and Trust in Microsoft Cloud
• Exploring the shared responsibility model for cloud security
• Understanding data privacy and protection in Microsoft cloud services
• Complying with regulatory standards and industry certifications
• Securing Microsoft 365 Services and Data
• Configuring and managing security features in Microsoft 365
• Implementing data loss prevention (DLP) policies and threat protection
• Leveraging Microsoft Defender for Endpoint and Microsoft Cloud App Security
• Identity and Access Management with Azure Active Directory
• Understanding Azure Active Directory (Azure AD) and its role in identity management
• Configuring Azure AD users, groups, and application access
• Implementing authentication and authorization mechanisms with Azure AD
• Implementing Security for Azure and Cloud Resources
• Configuring security features for Azure resources and virtual machines
• Managing access control and permissions in Azure
• Implementing network security and monitoring in Azure

Outcome

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

• Understand the core concepts of Microsoft’s security, compliance, and identity solutions.
• Comprehend the importance of security, privacy, and compliance in the Microsoft cloud environment.
• Configure security features and policies in Microsoft 365 and Azure.
• Manage identities and access control using Azure Active Directory.
• Implement security for Azure resources and virtual machines.

Labs

• Configuring Security Features in Microsoft 365
• Implementing Data Loss Prevention (DLP) Policies in Microsoft 365
• Managing Azure AD Users, Groups, and Application Access
• Configuring Security for Azure Resources and Virtual Machines