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Understand the fundamentals of security, compliance, and identity solutions across Microsoft Azure, Microsoft 365, and related cloud-based Microsoft servicesKey FeaturesGrasp Azure AD services and identity principles, secure authentication, and access managementUnderstand threat protection with Microsoft 365 Defender and Microsoft Defender for Cloud security managementLearn about security capabilities in Microsoft Sentinel, Microsoft 365 Defender, and Microsoft IntuneBook DescriptionCloud technologies have made building a defense-in-depth security strategy of paramount importance. Without proper planning and discipline in deploying the security posture across Microsoft 365 and Azure, you are compromising your infrastructure and data. Microsoft Security, Compliance, and Identity Fundamentals is a comprehensive guide that covers all of the exam objectives for the SC-900 exam while walking you through the core security services available for Microsoft 365 and Azure.This book starts by simplifying the concepts of security, compliance, and identity before helping you get to grips with Azure Active Directory, covering the capabilities of Microsoft’s identity and access management (IAM) solutions. You'll then advance to compliance center, information protection, and governance in Microsoft 365. You'll find out all you need to know about the services available within Azure and Microsoft 365 for building a defense-in-depth security posture, and finally become familiar with Microsoft's compliance monitoring capabilities.By the end of the book, you'll have gained the knowledge you need to take the SC-900 certification exam and implement solutions in real-life scenarios.What you will learnBecome well-versed with security, compliance, and identity principlesExplore the authentication, access control, and identity management capabilities of Azure Active DirectoryUnderstand the identity protection and governance aspects of Azure and Microsoft 365Get to grips with the basic security capabilities for networks, VMs, and dataDiscover security management through Microsoft Defender for CloudWork with Microsoft Sentinel and Microsoft 365 DefenderDeal with compliance, governance, and risk in Microsoft 365 and AzureWho this book is forThis book is for cloud security engineers, Microsoft 365 administrators, Azure administrators, and anyone in between who wants to get up to speed with the security, compliance, and identity fundamentals to achieve the SC-900 certification. A basic understanding of the fundamental services within Microsoft 365 and Azure will be helpful but not essential.

This certification guide focuses on identity solutions and strategies that will help you prepare for Microsoft Identity and Access Administrator certification, while enabling you to implement what you've learned in real-world scenariosKey FeaturesDesign, implement, and operate identity and access management systems using Azure ADProvide secure authentication and authorization access to enterprise applicationsImplement access and authentication for cloud-only and hybrid infrastructuresBook DescriptionCloud technologies have made identity and access the new control plane for securing data. Without proper planning and discipline in deploying, monitoring, and managing identity and access for users, administrators, and guests, you may be compromising your infrastructure and data. This book is a preparation guide that covers all the objectives of the SC-300 exam, while teaching you about the identity and access services that are available from Microsoft and preparing you for real-world challenges.The book starts with an overview of the SC-300 exam and helps you understand identity and access management. As you progress to the implementation of IAM solutions, you’ll learn to deploy secure identity and access within Microsoft 365 and Azure Active Directory. The book will take you from legacy on-premises identity solutions to modern and password-less authentication solutions that provide high-level security for identity and access. You’ll focus on implementing access and authentication for cloud-only and hybrid infrastructures as well as understand how to protect them using the principles of zero trust. The book also features mock tests toward the end to help you prepare effectively for the exam.By the end of this book, you’ll have learned how to plan, deploy, and manage identity and access solutions for Microsoft and hybrid infrastructures.What you will learnUnderstand core exam objectives to pass the SC-300 examImplement an identity management solution with MS Azure ADManage identity with multi-factor authentication (MFA), conditional access, and identity protectionDesign, implement, and monitor the integration of enterprise apps for Single Sign-On (SSO)Add apps to your identity and access solution with app registrationDesign and implement identity governance for your identity solutionWho this book is forThis book is for cloud security engineers, Microsoft 365 administrators, Microsoft 365 users, Microsoft 365 identity administrators, and anyone who wants to learn identity and access management and gain SC-300 certification. You should have a basic understanding of the fundamental services within Microsoft 365 and Azure Active Directory before getting started with this Microsoft book.

Advance your knowledge of architecting and evaluating cybersecurity services to tackle day-to-day challengesKey FeaturesGain a deep understanding of all topics covered in the SC-100 examBenefit from practical examples that will help you put your new knowledge to workDesign a zero-trust architecture and strategies for data, applications, access management, identity, and infrastructureBook DescriptionMicrosoft Cybersecurity Architect Exam Ref SC-100 is a comprehensive guide that will help cybersecurity professionals design and evaluate the cybersecurity architecture of Microsoft cloud services. Complete with hands-on tutorials, projects, and self-assessment questions, you’ll have everything you need to pass the SC-100 exam.This book will take you through designing a strategy for a cybersecurity architecture and evaluating the governance, risk, and compliance (GRC) of the architecture. This will include cloud-only and hybrid infrastructures, where you’ll learn how to protect using the principles of zero trust, along with evaluating security operations and the overall security posture. To make sure that you are able to take the SC-100 exam with confidence, the last chapter of this book will let you test your knowledge with a mock exam and practice questions.By the end of this book, you’ll have the knowledge you need to plan, design, and evaluate cybersecurity for Microsoft cloud and hybrid infrastructures, and pass the SC-100 exam with flying colors.What you will learnDesign a zero-trust strategy and architectureEvaluate GRC technical strategies and security operations strategiesDesign security for infrastructureDevelop a strategy for data and applicationsUnderstand everything you need to pass the SC-100 exam with easeUse mock exams and sample questions to prepare for the structure of the examWho this book is forThis book is for a wide variety of cybersecurity professionals – from security engineers and cybersecurity architects to Microsoft 365 administrators, user and identity administrators, infrastructure administrators, cloud security engineers, and other IT professionals preparing to take the SC-100 exam. It’s also a good resource for those designing cybersecurity architecture without preparing for the exam. To get started, you’ll need a solid understanding of the fundamental services within Microsoft 365, and Azure, along with knowledge of security, compliance, and identity capabilities in Microsoft and hybrid architectures.

Master identity solutions and strategies and prepare to achieve Microsoft Identity and Access Administrator SC-300 certificationPurchase of this book unlocks access to web-based exam prep resources such as mock exams, flashcards, and exam tipsKey FeaturesGain invaluable insights into SC-300 certification content from industry expertsStrengthen your foundations and master all crucial concepts required for exam successRigorous mock exams reflect the real exam environment, boosting your confidence and readinessPurchase of this book unlocks access to web-based exam prep resources including mock exams, flashcards, exam tipsBook DescriptionSC-300 exam content has undergone significant changes, and this second edition aligns with the revised exam objectives. This updated edition gives you access to online exam prep resources such as chapter-wise practice questions, mock exams, interactive flashcards, and expert exam tips, providing you with all the tools you need for thorough exam preparation.You’ll get to grips with the creation, configuration, and management of Microsoft Entra identities, as well as understand the planning, implementation, and management of Microsoft Entra user authentication processes. You’ll learn to deploy and use new Global Secure Access features, design cloud application strategies, and manage application access and policies by using Microsoft Cloud App Security. You’ll also gain experience in configuring Privileged Identity Management for users and guests, working with the Permissions Creep Index, and mitigating associated risks.By the end of this book, you’ll have mastered the skills essential for securing Microsoft environments and be able to pass the SC-300 exam on your first attempt.What you will learnImplement an identity management solution using Microsoft Entra IDManage identity with MFA, conditional access and identity protectionDesign, implement, and monitor the integration single sign-on (SSO)Deploy the new Global Secure Access featuresAdd apps to your identity and access solution with app registrationDesign and implement identity governance for your identity solutionWho this book is forThis book is for cloud security engineers, Microsoft 365 administrators, Microsoft 365 users, Microsoft 365 identity administrators, and anyone who wants to learn identity and access management and gain SC-300 certification. A basic understanding of the fundamental services within Microsoft 365 and Azure Active Directory is needed before getting started with this book.