Azure-500: Microsoft Azure Security Technologies

AZ-500: Microsoft Azure Security Technologies helps you build expertise in implementing security controls, managing identities, and protecting data in Microsoft Azure environments.

AZ-500: Microsoft Azure Security Technologies Certification & Training

Emigo Networks offers comprehensive training for the AZ-500 certification, designed to equip IT professionals with advanced skills in securing Microsoft Azure environments. This course focuses on managing identity and access, implementing platform protection, securing data and applications, and managing security operations. With expert guidance and hands-on labs, participants gain practical experience to protect Azure resources effectively and confidently prepare for the AZ-500 certification exam to advance their careers in cloud security.

Course Overview

The AZ-500 course, offered by Emigo Networks, is designed for IT security professionals aiming to implement robust security controls and maintain an organization's security posture within Microsoft Azure environments. This comprehensive training covers key areas such as identity and access management, platform protection, data and application security, and security operations. Participants will gain hands-on experience with tools like Microsoft Defender for Cloud and Microsoft Sentinel, preparing them for the associated certification exam and equipping them to protect Azure-based digital platforms effectively.

What You'll Learn

Managing Identity and Access: Implementing Azure Active Directory (Azure AD) identities, managing secure access, and configuring identity protection mechanisms.
Implementing Platform Protection: Securing Azure resources through network security, configuring firewalls, and managing endpoint protection.
Managing Security Operations: Monitoring security events, responding to incidents, and managing security alerts and policies.
Securing Data and Applications: Protecting data at rest and in transit, securing applications, and implementing encryption and key management solutions.

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What you’ll learn

Implement enterprise governance strategies including role-based access control, Azure policies, and resource locks.

Implement an Azure AD infrastructure including users, groups, and multi-factor authentication.

Implement Azure AD Identity Protection including risk policies, conditional access, and access reviews.

Implement Azure AD Privileged Identity Management including Azure AD roles and Azure resources.

Implement Azure AD Connect including authentication methods and on-premises directory synchronization.

Implement perimeter security strategies including Azure Firewall.

Implement network security strategies including Network Security Groups and Application Security Groups.

Implement host security strategies including endpoint protection, remote access management, update management, and disk encryption

Implement container security strategies including Azure Container Instances, Azure Container Registry, and Azure Kubernetes.

Implement Azure Key Vault including certificates, keys, and secretes.

Implement application security strategies including app registration, managed identities, and service endpoints.

Implement storage security strategies including shared access signatures, blob retention policies, and Azure Files authentication.

Implement database security strategies including authentication, data classification, dynamic data masking, and always encrypted

Implement Azure Monitor including connected sources, log analytics, and alerts

Implement Azure Security Center including policies, recommendations, and just in time virtual machine access

Implement Azure Sentinel including workbooks, incidents, and playbooks.

Syllabus Summary

Manage identity and access

a. Manage Microsoft Entra identities

Secure Microsoft Entra users
Secure Microsoft Entra groups
Recommend when to use external identities
Secure external identities
Implement Microsoft Entra ID Protection

b. Manage Microsoft Entra authentication

Implement multi-factor authentication (MFA)
Configure Microsoft Entra Verified ID
Implement passwordless authentication
Implement password protection
Implement single sign-on (SSO)
Integrate single sign on (SSO) and identity providers
Recommend and enforce modern authentication methods

c. Manage Microsoft Entra authorization

Configure Azure role permissions for management groups, subscriptions, resource groups, and resources
Assign Microsoft Entra built-in roles
Assign Azure built-in roles
Create and assign custom roles, including Azure roles and Microsoft Entra roles
Implement and manage Microsoft Entra Permissions Management
Configure Microsoft Entra Privileged Identity Management
Configure role management and access reviews in Microsoft Entra
Implement Conditional Access policies

d. Manage Microsoft Entra application access

Manage access to enterprise applications in Microsoft Entra ID, including OAuth permission grants
Manage Microsoft Entra app registrations
Configure app registration permission scopes
Manage app registration permission consent
Manage and use service principals
Manage managed identities for Azure resources
Recommend when to use and configure an Microsoft Entra Application Proxy, including authentication

Secure networking

a. Plan and implement security for virtual networks

Plan and implement Network Security Groups (NSGs) and Application Security Groups (ASGs)
Plan and implement user-defined routes (UDRs)
Plan and implement Virtual Network peering or VPN gateway
Plan and implement Virtual WAN, including secured virtual hub
Secure VPN connectivity, including point-to-site and site-to-site
Implement encryption over ExpressRoute
Configure firewall settings on PaaS resources
Monitor network security by using Network Watcher, including NSG flow logging

b. Plan and implement security for private access to Azure resources

Plan and implement virtual network Service Endpoints
Plan and implement Private Endpoints
Plan and implement Private Link services
Plan and implement network integration for Azure App Service and Azure Functions
Plan and implement network security configurations for an App Service Environment (ASE)
Plan and implement network security configurations for an Azure SQL Managed Instance

c. Plan and implement security for public access to Azure resources

Plan and implement Transport Layer Security (TLS) to applications, including Azure App Service and API Management
Plan, implement, and manage an Azure Firewall, including Azure Firewall Manager and firewall policies
Plan and implement an Azure Application Gateway
Plan and implement an Azure Front Door, including Content Delivery Network (CDN)
Plan and implement a Web Application Firewall (WAF)
Recommend when to use Azure DDoS Protection Standard

Secure compute, storage, and databases

a. Plan and implement advanced security for compute

Plan and implement remote access to public endpoints, including Azure Bastion and just-in-time (JIT) virtual machine (VM) access
Configure network isolation for Azure Kubernetes Service (AKS)
Secure and monitor AKS
Configure authentication for AKS
Configure security monitoring for Azure Container Instances (ACIs)
Configure security monitoring for Azure Container Apps (ACAs)
Manage access to Azure Container Registry (ACR)
Configure disk encryption, including Azure Disk Encryption (ADE), encryption at host, and confidential disk encryption
Recommend security configurations for Azure API Management

b. Plan and implement security for storage

Configure access control for storage accounts
Manage life cycle for storage account access keys
Select and configure an appropriate method for access to Azure Files
Select and configure an appropriate method for access to Azure Blob Storage
Select and configure an appropriate method for access to Azure Tables
Select and configure an appropriate method for access to Azure Queues
Select and configure appropriate methods for protecting against data security threats, including soft delete, backups, versioning, and immutable storage
Configure Bring your own key (BYOK)
Enable double encryption at the Azure Storage infrastructure level

c. Plan and implement security for Azure SQL Database and Azure SQL Managed Instance

Enable Microsoft Entra database authentication
Enable database auditing
Identify use cases for the Microsoft Purview governance portal
Implement data classification of sensitive information by using the Microsoft Purview governance portal
Plan and implement dynamic masking
Implement Transparent Data Encryption (TDE)
Recommend when to use Azure SQL Database Always Encrypted

Manage security operations

a. Plan, implement, and manage governance for security

Create, assign, and interpret security policies and initiatives in Azure Policy
Configure security settings by using Azure Blueprints
Deploy secure infrastructures by using a landing zone
Create and configure an Azure Key Vault
Recommend when to use a dedicated Hardware Security Module (HSM)
Configure access to Key Vault, including vault access policies and Azure Role Based Access Control
Manage certificates, secrets, and keys
Configure key rotation
Configure backup and recovery of certificates, secrets, and keys

b. Manage security posture by using Microsoft Defender for Cloud

Identify and remediate security risks by using the Microsoft Defender for Cloud Secure Score and Inventory
Assess compliance against security frameworks and Microsoft Defender for Cloud
Add industry and regulatory standards to Microsoft Defender for Cloud
Add custom initiatives to Microsoft Defender for Cloud
Connect hybrid cloud and multi-cloud environments to Microsoft Defender for Cloud
Identify and monitor external assets by using Microsoft Defender External Attack Surface Management

c. Configure and manage threat protection by using Microsoft Defender for Cloud

Enable workload protection services in Microsoft Defender for Cloud, including Microsoft Defender for Storage, Databases, Containers, App Service, Key Vault, and Resource Manager
Configure Microsoft Defender for Servers
Configure Microsoft Defender for Azure SQL Database
Manage and respond to security alerts in Microsoft Defender for Cloud
Configure workflow automation by using Microsoft Defender for Cloud
Evaluate vulnerability scans from Microsoft Defender for Server

d. Configure and manage security monitoring and automation solutions

Monitor security events by using Azure Monitor
Configure data connectors in Microsoft Sentinel
Create and customize analytics rules in Microsoft Sentinel
Evaluate alerts and incidents in Microsoft Sentinel
Configure automation in Microsoft Sentinel

Pre-requisites

Basic understanding of Azure administration and workloads
Experience with Azure Active Directory, networking, virtualization, and cloud security concepts
Familiarity with scripting and automation using PowerShell or CLI
Knowledge of core Azure services, security tools, and security best practices
Prior experience with identity management, access control, and security operations in cloud environments is recommended

Required Exams

Exam Codes: AZ-500: Microsoft Azure Security Technologies
Length: 120 minutes
Registration fee: $165 USD (+taxes applicable)

Who Should Attend

Security engineers responsible for implementing security controls and threat protection in Azure environments
IT professionals focused on managing identity and access, platform protection, and security operations
Cloud administrators and architects seeking to enhance their security skills in Microsoft Azure
Professionals aiming to prepare for the AZ-500 certification exam
Individuals involved in securing data, applications, and infrastructure on Azure platforms

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What is the AZ-500 certification?

AZ-500 certifies your skills in implementing security controls, maintaining the security posture, and identifying and remediating vulnerabilities within Microsoft Azure environments.

Who should attend AZ-500 certification training?

Ideal for security engineers, Azure administrators, and IT professionals focused on securing cloud infrastructure using Azure security technologies.

What core topics are covered in the AZ-500 training?

The training includes identity and access management, platform protection, security operations, data and application security on Azure.

What is the format of the AZ-500 certification exam?

The exam includes multiple-choice and scenario-based questions testing both theoretical knowledge and practical skills in Azure security.

What is the official exam fee for AZ-500?

The exam fee is approximately USD 165, subject to regional variations.

Does Emigo Networks offer online AZ-500 training?

Yes, live instructor-led online training sessions are available for remote learners seeking flexibility.

Is onsite AZ-500 training provided in Kochi?

Yes, Emigo offers in-person classroom training sessions in Kochi for individuals and corporate teams.

Can corporate clients get customized AZ-500 training?

Emigo provides tailored corporate training programs designed to meet specific organizational security needs.

Are there prerequisites for enrolling in AZ-500 training?

A basic understanding of Azure administration and networking fundamentals is recommended before attending.

How long does the AZ-500 training course last?

The typical training duration ranges from 3 to 5 days, depending on delivery format and learner pace.

Will participants earn certification after completing the training?

Training prepares candidates for the Microsoft AZ-500 exam, which upon passing awards the Microsoft Certified: Azure Security Engineer Associate certification.

What teaching methods are used in the AZ-500 course?

The course uses a mix of lectures, hands-on labs, and practical exercises aligned with real-world Azure security scenarios.

How often does Emigo Networks conduct AZ-500 training sessions in Kochi?

Sessions are regularly scheduled with options for flexible timings to suit individual and corporate learners.

How can I enroll for AZ-500 training at Emigo Networks?

You can directly contact Emigo Networks via their official website or phone to get details on schedules and registration.

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