Cloud environment security represents a major strategic challenge for organizations today. With constantly evolving cyber threats, IT professionals must master the most advanced protection technologies. This training enables you to acquire the essential skills to effectively secure your Azure resources.
Designed for security engineers and IT security professionals, this program covers all critical dimensions. You’ll learn to manage identity and access, protect virtual networks, and secure sensitive data. Each module combines theory and practice for direct application in your professional environments.
Module 1: Manage security controls for identity and access
Module 2: Manage access to Microsoft Entra applications
Module 3: Plan and implement security for virtual networks
Module 4: Plan and implement security for private access to Azure resources
Module 5: Plan and implement security for public access to Azure resources
Module 6: Plan and implement advanced security for compute
Module 7: Plan and implement security for storage
Module 8: Plan and implement security for Azure SQL Database and Azure SQL Managed Instance
Module 9: Implement and manage enforcement of cloud governance policies
Module 10: Manage security posture using Microsoft Defender for Cloud
Module 11: Configure and manage threat protection using Microsoft Defender for Cloud
Module 12: Configure and manage security monitoring and automation solutions
The cyberthreat landscape is undergoing a profound transformation with the massive adoption of cloud computing. Attackers now exploit more sophisticated intrusion vectors. They target misconfigurations, compromised identities, and poorly controlled access. This reality demands a rethought Microsoft security approach adapted to distributed infrastructures.
Data breaches cost companies several million dollars on average. A large portion of these incidents stems from preventable configuration errors. Azure security therefore requires an in-depth understanding of services and their settings. Each deployed resource must adhere to the principle of defense in depth.
The Zero Trust model has become the reference standard in protecting digital assets. It relies on systematic verification of every access, with no implicit trust. This philosophy radically transforms how organizations design their cloud security. Strong authentication becomes the norm, never the exception.
Building a resilient infrastructure requires a strategy organized into distinct layers. The first layer concerns identity as the primary security perimeter. Microsoft Entra ID centralizes authentication and authorization for all services. Enabling privileged identity management drastically limits the risks of abuse.
Network segmentation constitutes the second critical line of defense. Virtual networks isolate workloads according to their sensitivity. Network security groups act as distributed virtual firewalls. This granularity enables precise control of traffic between resources.
Data protection represents the core of any effective security strategy. Encryption is applied systematically, both at rest and in transit. Azure offers native mechanisms to automate these protections. Cryptographic keys are managed centrally through dedicated and secured vaults.
Early anomaly detection distinguishes prepared organizations from potential victims. Behavioral analysis tools identify suspicious patterns in real time. Microsoft Defender for Cloud continuously monitors the entire Azure infrastructure. Alerts enable rapid response to security incidents.
Automation significantly reduces threat response times. Playbooks execute corrective actions without human intervention. This orchestration becomes essential given the growing volume of alerts. Teams can thus focus on truly critical threats.
Vulnerability management requires a structured and recurring process. Regular scans reveal weaknesses before malicious exploitation. Azure provides integrated tools to assess overall security posture. Prioritized recommendations guide remediation efforts.
Legal requirements for data protection are multiplying internationally. GDPR in Europe imposes strict constraints on personal information processing. Other sector-specific regulations add their own obligations. Azure security must integrate these dimensions from the design phase.
Azure Policy transforms compliance requirements into automatically applied technical rules. These policies prevent the deployment of non-compliant resources. Continuous auditing ensures maintenance of defined standards. Compliance reports facilitate demonstrations to auditors.
Action traceability constitutes a pillar of effective governance. Every operation on Azure resources generates detailed logs. These traces enable reconstruction of the timeline of events during investigations. Appropriate log retention satisfies legal archiving obligations.
Most enterprises operate in complex hybrid environments. Identities must be synchronized between on-premises systems and the cloud. Microsoft Entra Connect facilitates this bidirectional integration. Security policy consistency thus extends across the entire infrastructure.
Single sign-on significantly improves user experience while strengthening security. Employees access all their applications with a single authentication. This simplification reduces fatigue associated with multiple passwords. Compromise risks decrease proportionally.
Identity federation enables secure collaboration with external partners. Users retain their original identities while accessing shared resources. This approach avoids account proliferation and simplifies management. Trust relationships are configured according to recognized standard protocols.
Microservices and containerized architectures dominate current developments. Kubernetes has become the reference orchestration platform for these environments. Azure Kubernetes Service integrates essential native security features. Container isolation prevents lateral propagation of compromises.
APIs now constitute the primary attack surface for many applications. Their direct exposure on the internet multiplies exploitation risks. Azure API Management offers centralized and consistent security controls. Access policies limit requests according to multiple criteria.
DevSecOps integrates security from the earliest development phases. This approach detects vulnerabilities before their deployment to production. Continuous integration pipelines include automated security analyses. The cost of fixing flaws decreases drastically with this anticipation.
What certification do you obtain after this training?
This training prepares you for the Microsoft certification exam for Azure security engineers. It covers all the skills assessed during the official exam. Participants develop expertise recognized in the market. The certification formally validates knowledge in Microsoft security.
How do you prioritize security actions in an existing Azure environment?
The security score provided by Microsoft Defender establishes an objective baseline. Recommendations appear ranked according to their potential impact on overall protection. You should start by securing high-privilege identities. Network segmentation and sensitive data encryption logically follow.
What are the differences between Azure security and traditional infrastructure security?
The cloud introduces a shared responsibility model between the provider and the client. Microsoft secures the physical infrastructure while organizations protect their data and applications. This distribution requires a clear understanding of respective perimeters. Cloud security tools offer visibility and automation impossible locally.
How do you effectively manage secrets and keys in cloud applications?
Azure Key Vault centralizes secure storage of all sensitive elements. Applications retrieve secrets dynamically without hardcoding them. This approach facilitates regular rotation of cryptographic keys. Complete access auditing strengthens traceability and compliance.
What is the importance of the principle of least privilege in Azure?
This principle limits each identity to the permissions strictly necessary for its functions. Rigorous application significantly reduces the potential impact of a compromise. Role-based access control facilitates granular implementation. Periodic reviews ensure ongoing adequacy of assigned rights.
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