Course Description:
The Microsoft Certified: Security Operations Analyst Associate (SC-200) training prepares you for the SC-200 certification exam by providing comprehensive knowledge of Microsoft’s security solutions, including Microsoft 365 Defender, Azure Defender, and Azure Sentinel. Through hands-on labs, real-world scenarios, and best practices, this course will empower you to detect, investigate, and respond to security threats across various cloud and on-premises environments. Whether you are already working in security operations or aiming to build a career in security, this course provides the knowledge and skills to become a certified Security Operations Analyst.
What Will I Learn?
- Analyzing and responding to security incidents using Microsoft 365 Defender and Azure Defender
- Utilizing Azure Sentinel for threat detection, hunting, and incident response
- Configuring and managing security alerts, policies, and security reports
- Protecting enterprise environments from advanced threats and vulnerabilities
- Enhancing incident response capabilities in a cloud and hybrid environment
Curriculum
- 7 Sections
- 49 Lessons
- 40 Hours
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- Module 1: Introduction to Security Operations6
- 1.0Lesson 1: Security Operations Overview
- 1.1Understanding SOC (Security Operations Center) roles
- 1.2Introduction to Microsoft Security Solutions
- 1.3Lesson 2: Microsoft Security Operations Tools
- 1.4Microsoft 365 Defender, Azure Defender, and Azure Sentinel
- 1.5Lab: Overview of Microsoft Security Operations Center Tools
- Module 2: Mitigating Threats Using Microsoft 365 Defender7
- 2.0Lesson 1: Threat Protection with Microsoft 365 Defender
- 2.1Configuring Microsoft Defender for Identity, Endpoint, and Office 365
- 2.2Managing security alerts and notifications
- 2.3Lesson 2: Analyzing and Investigating Security Threats
- 2.4Investigating phishing attacks, malware, and data breaches
- 2.5Using Microsoft Defender for Cloud Apps to manage risks
- 2.6Lab: Detecting and Responding to Threats in Microsoft 365 Defender
- Module 3: Threat Detection with Azure Defender7
- 3.0Lesson 1: Introduction to Azure Defender
- 3.1Configuring Azure Defender for cloud workloads
- 3.2Monitoring and managing security alerts
- 3.3Lesson 2: Securing Hybrid Environments with Azure Defender
- 3.4Implementing Azure Defender for Storage, VMs, and Databases
- 3.5Responding to Azure security threats and vulnerabilities
- 3.6Lab: Configuring and Monitoring Azure Defender for Hybrid Workloads
- Module 4: Managing and Monitoring Security with Azure Sentinel10
- 4.0Lesson 1: Configuring Azure Sentinel for Security Operations
- 4.1Deploying and configuring Azure Sentinel
- 4.2Connecting Azure Sentinel with Microsoft 365 and Azure Defender
- 4.3Lesson 2: Security Monitoring and Threat Hunting
- 4.4Using Azure Sentinel for incident detection and response
- 4.5Threat hunting and automation using Kusto Query Language (KQL)
- 4.6Lesson 3: Configuring Playbooks and Incident Management
- 4.7Automating response with Azure Sentinel Playbooks
- 4.8Monitoring incidents and alerts in real-time
- 4.9Lab: Implementing Security Operations with Azure Sentinel
- Module 5: Security Information and Event Management (SIEM)7
- 5.0Lesson 1: SIEM Fundamentals
- 5.1Introduction to Security Information and Event Management (SIEM)
- 5.2Key SIEM use cases in security operations
- 5.3Lesson 2: Configuring and Managing SIEM in Azure Sentinel
- 5.4Implementing log analytics and monitoring in Azure Sentinel
- 5.5Analyzing security data from various sources
- 5.6Lab: Configuring and Using Azure Sentinel as a SIEM Solution
- Module 6: Incident Response and Recovery6
- 6.0Lesson 1: Incident Response Process
- 6.1Steps in the incident response lifecycle
- 6.2Configuring alerts and investigating incidents in Microsoft tools
- 6.3Lesson 2: Security Incident Recovery and Forensics
- 6.4Data recovery and forensic investigation with Microsoft 365 Defender and Azure Defender
- 6.5Lab: Incident Response and Recovery Using Microsoft Security Solutions
- Module 7: Preparing for the SC-200 Exam6
The SC-200 is the Microsoft Certified: Security Operations Analyst Associate certification. It validates your expertise in managing security solutions using Microsoft tools and services.
This course is designed for IT security professionals, security analysts, incident responders, and SOC personnel.
A basic understanding of security concepts is required, and experience with Microsoft security solutions is beneficial.
Yes, this course is aligned with the SC-200 exam objectives and will prepare you for the certification exam.
Yes, the course includes extensive hands-on labs with real-world scenarios to practice security operations skills.
Yes, you will receive a certificate of completion. The course also prepares you for the official SC-200 certification exam.
Requirements
- Basic understanding of information security concepts
- Familiarity with Microsoft security solutions like Azure Security Center, Microsoft 365 Defender, and Azure Sentinel
- Experience with network security, identity protection, and endpoint security is beneficial but not mandatory
Features
- Comprehensive Curriculum: Aligned with the SC-200 exam objectives for Microsoft Security Operations.
- Hands-On Labs: Practice your skills in real-world security scenarios with Microsoft 365 Defender, Azure Defender, and Azure Sentinel.
- Expert Instructors: Led by certified professionals with industry experience.
- Exam-Focused Training: Includes exam tips, sample questions, and review materials.
- Flexible Learning: Online and classroom learning options are available.
- Certification Support: Lifetime access to course materials and ongoing updates.
Target audiences
- IT Security Professionals looking to expand their expertise in Microsoft security solutions
- Security Operations Analysts who want to enhance their skills in incident management, threat hunting, and vulnerability analysis
- SOC (Security Operations Center) Analysts, Incident Responders, and Network Security Engineers
- Individuals seeking to pursue a career in Microsoft Security Operations
