AZ-500: Microsoft Azure Security Technologies Course

Expert-guided training in Microsoft Azure Security

Features an in-depth curriculum with four organised modules

Upskill security teams in Azure-native threat mitigation

High demand in Fortune 500 companies

Flexible workplace-based and on-site training options

4.8/5

5246 Enrolled

Overview

What our training includes:

Master Azure identity, access and privileged governance models
Implement container security across AKS and registries in practical labs
Monitor threats using Azure Security Center and Sentinel
Enable team-wide cloud security competency across enterprise environments
Drive measurable ROI through standardized Azure security practices
Receive scalable workplace-based and enterprise training with in-house options

Learning Objectives

After the completion of the course, your teams will able to:

Implement Azure Active Directory users, groups, multi-factor authentication and hybrid identity synchronization models

Configure Azure AD Identity Protection using risk policies, conditional access and access reviews

Apply enterprise governance using role-based access control, Azure Policy and Resource Manager locks

Design perimeter security architectures utilising Azure Firewall and network security groups

Safeguard data using Azure Key Vault, Always Encrypted, dynamic data masking and secure authentication

Enable workforce upskilling through workplace learning and in-house training aligned to enterprise Azure environments

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Prerequisites

Before enrolling in the AZ-500: Microsoft Azure Security Technologies Course, the eligibility requirements are as follows:

Well-versed in the concepts behind security technology and words such as threat prevention, risk management and identity management
Having a fundamental understanding of networking principles and protocols, such as IP addressing, DNS and TCP/IP
Having a thorough understanding of Microsoft technologies like Windows Server and Active Directory
Familiarity in cloud computing, including its advantages and pitfalls
Know about security best practices and guidelines, including ISO 27001, NIST and SOC

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Our Trainer

We, at Learners Point, take immense pride in our teaching methods and instructors. Our instructors are some of the best experts from their fields and employ a practical approach to learning. Many of them are globally recognised and have a diverse set of experience in their field of expertise. You are always sure to have the best in the industry as your teachers who are ready to guide you at every step and make the experience informative yet enjoyable. Apart from the focus on learning your chosen course, our instructors also encourage students to develop communication skills and interpersonal skills necessary to excel in the practical world.

Our cutting edge teaching methods make every program an immersive and productive experience for the learners. Our learning methods are research-driven and are continuously updated to stay relevant to present times as well as the future. You will enjoy practical applications of everything learned through theory and regular mock examinations to help monitor your progress. Our courses are led by an instructor in a classroom setup and we do offer online high-quality sessions as well for individuals. We also monitor the training sessions with a progress tracker to maintain high standards of instruction & ethics.

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Curriculum

Azure Active Directory
Azure Identity Protection
Enterprise Governance
Azure AD Privileged Identity Management
Hybrid Identity
Lab : RoleBased Access Control
Lab : Azure Policy
Lab : Resource Manager Locks
Lab : MFA, Conditional Access and AAD Identity Protection
Lab : Azure AD Privileged Identity Management
Lab : Implement Directory Synchronization
Implement enterprise governance strategies including rolebased 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

Perimeter Security
Network Security
Host Security
Container Security
Lab : Network Security Groups and Application Security Groups
Lab : Azure Firewall
Lab : Configuring and Securing ACR and AKS
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

Azure Key Vault
Application Security
Storage Security
SQL Database Security
Lab : Key Vault (Implementing Secure Data by setting up Always Encrypted)
Lab : Securing Azure SQL Database
Lab : Service Endpoints and Securing Storage
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

Azure Monitor
Azure Security Center
Azure Sentinel
Lab : Azure Monitor
Lab : Azure Security Center
Lab : Azure Sentinel

Frequently asked questions

The AZ-500: Microsoft Azure Security Technologies Course is an enterprise-focused training program designed to upskill organizational security, cloud and infrastructure teams responsible for protecting Microsoft Azure environments at scale. This course is aligned with the Microsoft Certified: Azure Security Engineer Associate credential. It helps teams with practical capabilities to secure identities, networks, workloads, applications and data across complex enterprise and hybrid Azure deployments.

This course is critical for organizations operating in highly regulated industries such as finance, healthcare, and government, where cloud security, compliance and risk governance are non-negotiable. The teams gain hands-on experience in implementing Azure security controls and enforcing policy-driven governance. This enables enterprises to reduce security incidents and build sustainable cloud security maturity.

The AZ-500: Microsoft Azure Security Technologies Course suits professionals responsible for cloud security, infrastructure protection and security operations within enterprise environments. It aligns well for Azure Security Engineers, Cloud Architects, SOC personnel and IT governance teams.

The course also benefits senior stakeholders such as security consultants and auditors who oversee Azure risk and compliance. Organizations use this training to build team-wide competency, which ensures consistent security implementation across departments and projects.

The AZ-500: Microsoft Azure Security Technologies Course covers essential subject areas that help IT workforce with the knowledge to secure Azure environments effectively. The key subject areas of cloud security taught in this course are:

1. Configure Azure Active Directory (Azure AD)
2. Implement role-based access control (RBAC)
3. Set up multi-factor authentication (MFA)
4. Configure network security (NSGs, firewalls, route tables)
5. Use Azure Bastion, Just-in-Time VM access and Endpoint Protection
6. Monitor security using Azure Monitor, Azure Security Center and Azure Sentinel
7. Automate security responses using Logic Apps and Playbooks
8. Use Azure Key Vault for secrets, keys and certificates
9. Secure storage accounts, SQL databases and application gateways
10. Configure Azure Policy, Blueprints and regulatory compliance standards

The AZ-500: Microsoft Azure Security Technologies certification is specifically focused on cloud security, which makes it distinct from other Azure certifications that cover general administration, development, or architecture.

AZ-500 certification is ideal if your goal is to secure Azure environments, manage identity & access and implement threat protection. Other Azure certifications are broader or focused on development, operations, or architecture.

Yes, the AZ-500: Microsoft Azure Security Technologies course does cover Azure AD Privileged Identity Management (PIM) as part of its core curriculum. The teams in your organization will learn the purpose of PIM and how it helps manage, control and monitor access to important resources in Azure AD.

AZ-500 training strengthens organizational security maturity by enabling teams to secure identities, networks, workloads, and data across Azure environments. It reduces dependency on external consultants and builds in-house Azure security engineering capability aligned with Microsoft best practices. This includes the following:

Improve compliance through Azure Policy and Identity Protection
Reduce downtime via proactive monitoring and threat response
Standardize security governance across teams
Deliver ROI by minimizing misconfigurations and access risks

Yes. Our institute provides enterprise-focused delivery models, including workplace-based and in-house training options aligned to organizational schedules. It includes: