AZ-500: Microsoft Azure Security Engineer

Training Description: AZ-500: Microsoft Azure Security Engineer

Course Overview: The AZ-500: Microsoft Azure Security Engineer training is specifically designed for cloud security professionals who want to gain practical skills in securing Microsoft Azure services. This course offers a detailed approach to implementing security solutions on Azure, covering areas such as identity management, data protection, network configuration, and threat monitoring. The training also prepares participants for the AZ-500 exam and the Microsoft Azure Security Engineer Associate certification.

Training Objectives:

• Acquire the necessary skills to secure cloud environments on Azure.
• Master identity and access management in an Azure environment.
• Learn how to protect sensitive data and ensure the security of applications on Azure.
• Understand how to implement network security and manage threats in Azure.
• Prepare participants for the AZ-500 exam and the Microsoft Azure Security Engineer certification.

Training Program:

Introduction to Security in Microsoft Azure

• Overview of cloud security and Azure’s shared responsibility model.
• Introduction to security tools and services available on Azure.
• Best practices for securely managing Azure services.

Identity and Access Management

• Introduction to Azure Active Directory (AAD) and managing users, groups, and roles.
• Implementing multi-factor authentication (MFA) and hybrid identities.
• Configuring and managing privileged access through Azure Privileged Identity Management.
• Managing cloud application access with Azure AD Application Proxy.

Securing Data and Resources

• Implementing data encryption solutions with Azure Key Vault.
• Protecting data in transit and at rest.
• Data backup and recovery with Azure Backup and Azure Site Recovery.
• Securing databases, including Azure SQL Database and Cosmos DB.

Securing Azure Networks and Infrastructure

• Managing Network Security Groups (NSG) and firewalls with Azure Firewall.
• Configuring Virtual Private Networks (VPN) and secure connections using Azure VPN Gateway.
• Implementing intrusion detection and prevention services with Azure DDoS Protection and Network Watcher.
• Securing applications with Azure Application Gateway and Web Application Firewall (WAF).

Threat Monitoring and Management

• Introduction to Azure Security Center for security assessment and incident management.
• Threat monitoring and alert management with Azure Sentinel.
• Automating security incident responses with Azure Logic Apps and Playbooks.
• Configuring anomaly detection and alert management in Azure Monitor.

Implementing Security Governance and Compliance

• Configuring compliance with Azure Policy and Azure Blueprints.
• Implementing security controls to meet regulatory standards and internal policies.
• Monitoring compliance with Azure Compliance Manager and Security & Compliance Center.

Preparing for the AZ-500 Exam

• Review of the essential skills and objectives of the AZ-500 exam.
• Sample questions and exam simulations to test acquired knowledge.
• Practical tips for passing the exam and obtaining the Microsoft Azure Security Engineer certification.

Training Duration: 5 days (40 hours), including theoretical sessions, practical demonstrations, and case studies.

Prerequisites:

• Basic knowledge of network and system administration.
• Familiarity with security concepts and cloud services.
• Practical experience with Azure or other cloud services is recommended.

Target Audience:

• Cloud security engineers and administrators working with Microsoft Azure.
• IT security professionals seeking to specialize in Azure security management.
• Security managers and cloud architects involved in managing risks and threats on Azure.

Certification: This training prepares participants for the AZ-500 exam, a globally recognized certification for professionals responsible for Azure security.

Become a cloud security expert with the Microsoft Azure Security Engineer certification and secure your Azure infrastructures!