SC-900: Microsoft Security, Compliance, and Identity Fundamentals

Course Prerequisites

This course is designed for beginners, and no prior experience with Microsoft security or cloud technologies is required. However, the following are recommended to get the most from the training:

1. Basic IT Knowledge: Familiarity with basic IT concepts like networking, operating systems, and cloud computing.
2. Cloud Computing Basics: Understanding of cloud services (SaaS, PaaS, IaaS) and how cloud environments differ from traditional IT setups.
3. Basic Security Understanding: Familiarity with fundamental security concepts such as encryption, identity management, and access control.
4. Interest in Microsoft Technologies: A general interest in learning about Microsoft 365, Azure, and Azure Active Directory (Azure AD).

Learning Objectives

The SC-900 course provides an introduction to Microsoft’s security, compliance, and identity solutions. Designed for beginners, this training will help you understand the key concepts and tools Microsoft offers to secure data, manage identities, and ensure compliance across cloud and on-premises environments.

Throughout the course, you'll explore:

• Microsoft Security Overview: Understand core security principles and Microsoft’s approach to protecting data and privacy.
• Identity and Access Management: Learn how to manage identities with Microsoft Entra ID (Azure AD) and implement multi-factor authentication (MFA), conditional access, and role-based access control (RBAC).
• Compliance Solutions: Discover tools like the Microsoft Compliance Center for managing regulatory compliance and privacy requirements (e.g., GDPR).
• Threat Protection: Understand how Microsoft Defender and Microsoft Sentinel help protect against threats and detect security risks.
• Data Protection: Explore methods for safeguarding sensitive information using encryption, data classification, and data loss prevention (DLP).

By the end of the course, you'll have a foundational understanding of Microsoft’s security and compliance tools, preparing you to take the SC-900 certification exam and gain the skills needed to help secure your organization’s cloud environment.

Target Audience

• IT Professionals: IT admins, support engineers, or anyone responsible for securing and managing Microsoft environments.
• Business Professionals: Individuals looking to understand the security and compliance landscape of Microsoft products and how it applies to organizational risk management.
• Aspiring Security Analysts: Perfect for those interested in a career in IT security who need foundational knowledge in Microsoft’s security tools.
• Microsoft Certification Candidates: Those planning to take the SC-900 exam to earn the Microsoft Certified: Security, Compliance, and Identity Fundamentals certification.