Cloud Computing
Azure Security Engineer Associate Practical Training
This practical course helps professionals master Azure security engineering, identity protection, network security, threat protection, compliance, and monitoring. The program connects key concepts, real use cases, risks, tools, and operational decisions so participants can apply the learning in their work environment. It can be tailored to the organization’s sector, internal systems, participant maturity, and performance objectives.
Objectives
- Understand the concepts, challenges, and use cases related to Azure security engineering, identity protection, network security, threat protection, compliance, and monitoring.
- Identify the data, systems, processes, and stakeholders required for effective implementation.
- Assess risks, limitations, governance requirements, and practical control points.
- Use methods, tools, and templates to structure analysis and decision-making.
- Translate learning into action plans, recommendations, and measurable improvement opportunities.
- Adapt the approach to the operating context, team maturity, and business objectives.
Target audience
- Cloud and infrastructure administrators
- Operations, platform, and FinOps teams
- Solution architects and cloud engineers
- IT managers responsible for cost and performance
- Cloud security and governance teams
Program outline
A clear structure for the learning journey.
Outline points are grouped in one designed block instead of being treated as separate module cards.
01Azure Security Architecture and Shared Responsibility4 topics
- Foundation for Azure Security Architecture and Shared Responsibility: application, analysis, and review points linked to the module
- Terminology and decisions in Azure Security Architecture and Shared Responsibility: application, analysis, and review points linked to the module
- Inputs required for Azure Security Architecture and Shared Responsibility: application, analysis, and review points linked to the module
- Typical mistakes around Azure Security Architecture and Shared Responsibility: applied exercise and practical decision from a realistic scenario
02Microsoft Entra ID, Privileged Access, and Identity Protection4 topics
- Current-state mapping for Microsoft Entra ID, Privileged Access, and Identity Protection: application, analysis, and review points linked to the module
- Examples and scenarios involving Microsoft Entra ID, Privileged Access, and Identity Protection: application, analysis, and review points linked to the module
- Diagnostic questions about Microsoft Entra ID, Privileged Access, and Identity Protection: application, analysis, and review points linked to the module
- Evidence produced through Microsoft Entra ID, Privileged Access, and Identity Protection: applied exercise and practical decision from a realistic scenario
03Network Security, Azure Firewall, NSGs, and Private Access4 topics
- Design considerations for Network Security, Azure Firewall, NSGs, and Private Access: application, analysis, and review points linked to the module
- Roles and responsibilities in Network Security, Azure Firewall, NSGs, and Private Access: application, analysis, and review points linked to the module
- Exceptions and constraints affecting Network Security, Azure Firewall, NSGs, and Private Access: application, analysis, and review points linked to the module
- Quality checks for Network Security, Azure Firewall, NSGs, and Private Access: applied exercise and practical decision from a realistic scenario
04Defender for Cloud, Secure Score, and Threat Protection4 topics
- Operating model for Defender for Cloud, Secure Score, and Threat Protection: application, analysis, and review points linked to the module
- Tools and workflow steps in Defender for Cloud, Secure Score, and Threat Protection: application, analysis, and review points linked to the module
- Handoffs and approvals around Defender for Cloud, Secure Score, and Threat Protection: application, analysis, and review points linked to the module
- Escalation points in Defender for Cloud, Secure Score, and Threat Protection: applied exercise and practical decision from a realistic scenario
05Key Vault, Data Protection, Encryption, and Secrets4 topics
- Performance measures for Key Vault, Data Protection, Encryption, and Secrets: application, analysis, and review points linked to the module
- Review routines after Key Vault, Data Protection, Encryption, and Secrets: application, analysis, and review points linked to the module
- Improvement actions for Key Vault, Data Protection, Encryption, and Secrets: application, analysis, and review points linked to the module
- Sustaining discipline around Key Vault, Data Protection, Encryption, and Secrets: applied exercise and practical decision from a realistic scenario
06Logging, Sentinel Integration, and Incident Response4 topics
- Advanced scenarios in Logging, Sentinel Integration, and Incident Response: application, analysis, and review points linked to the module
- Failure patterns seen in Logging, Sentinel Integration, and Incident Response: application, analysis, and review points linked to the module
- Coordination challenges during Logging, Sentinel Integration, and Incident Response: application, analysis, and review points linked to the module
- Recovery actions for Logging, Sentinel Integration, and Incident Response: applied exercise and practical decision from a realistic scenario
07Compliance, Policy, Blueprints, and Governance4 topics
- Governance requirements for Compliance, Policy, Blueprints, and Governance: application, analysis, and review points linked to the module
- Data quality checks in Compliance, Policy, Blueprints, and Governance: application, analysis, and review points linked to the module
- Risk controls related to Compliance, Policy, Blueprints, and Governance: application, analysis, and review points linked to the module
- Value measures for Compliance, Policy, Blueprints, and Governance: applied exercise and practical decision from a realistic scenario
08Azure Security Hardening Workshop4 topics
- Implementation planning for Azure Security Hardening Workshop: application, analysis, and review points linked to the module
- Readiness questions before Azure Security Hardening Workshop: application, analysis, and review points linked to the module
- Pilot design for Azure Security Hardening Workshop: application, analysis, and review points linked to the module
- Lessons learned after Azure Security Hardening Workshop: applied exercise and practical decision from a realistic scenario
Materials provided
- ○ Slides used during the sessions
- ○ Group activities and practical exercises
- ○ Worksheets, checklists, and templates
- ○ Case studies relevant to the course
- ○ 4D Certificate of Completion issued by 4D Training & Consultancy
- ○ Post-course support for technical queries and guidance
Training Options
Programs can be delivered in-house, online, or in a blended format depending on your team's schedule, location, and learning objectives. When an external certificate or exam is included, certification rules and fees remain under the relevant awarding body's policies, while 4D provides the training and preparation support.
Why choose 4D
4D Training & Consultancy designs technical and professional programs around the client’s operating reality. The course can be adapted to sector requirements, internal systems, team capability, practical use cases, and the level of depth required by the audience.
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