Introduction to Microsoft Azure \/ Security

"Unlock the power of Microsoft Azure with our comprehensive security course. From securing cloud resources to implementing robust defense strategies, empower your journey into Azure with cutting-edge security practices."

Prerequisites:

Basic understanding of cloud computing concepts.

Familiarity with Azure services.

Curriculum:

Module 1: Introduction to Azure Cloud Security

Understanding the shared responsibility model

Key cloud security concepts

Azure-specific security challenges

Module 2: Identity and Access Management (IAM)

Azure Active Directory (AD)

Role-based access control (RBAC)

Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA)

Module 3: Data Security

Data encryption at rest and in transit

Azure Key Vault

Azure Disk Encryption

Azure Storage Security

Module 4: Network Security

Azure Virtual Network (VNet)

Network Security Groups (NSGs)

Azure Firewall and Azure DDoS Protection

Application Gateway and Web Application Firewall (WAF)

Module 5: Security Monitoring and Logging

Azure Monitor and Azure Security Center

Setting up alerts and notifications

Azure Diagnostics and Azure Log Analytics

Azure Activity Log

Module 6: Compliance and Governance

Azure Policy

Azure Blueprints

Compliance frameworks (e.g., HIPAA, GDPR)

Auditing and reporting in Azure

Module 7: Application Security

Web Application Firewall (WAF) in Azure

Secure development best practices

Azure Functions and Serverless Security

Module 8: Incident Response and Disaster Recovery

Incident response planning

Azure Site Recovery and Backup

Disaster recovery strategies in Azure

Module 9: Security Best Practices and Automation

Infrastructure as Code (IaC) for security in Azure

Azure Resource Manager templates

Azure Security Center recommendations

Automated security scanning and testing in Azure

Module 10: Advanced Topics

Container security in Azure (e.g., Azure Kubernetes Service)

Azure DevOps security

Azure Sentinel for advanced threat detection and response

Module 11: Capstone Project

Design and implement a security solution for a cloud-based application in Azure.

Module 12: Certification Preparation (Optional)

Microsoft Certified: Azure Security Engineer Associate