Create a Log Analytics workspace for Microsoft Defender for Cloud

Intermediate
Administrator
Security Engineer
Azure
Azure Log Analytics
Azure Monitor
Azure Portal
Azure Virtual Machines
Azure Windows Virtual Machines
Microsoft Defender for Cloud

In this module, you'll discover how to create a Log Analytics workspace in the Azure portal for Microsoft Defender for Cloud, improving data collection and security analysis.

Learning objectives

By the end of this training module, participants will:

  • Understand the importance of a centralized logging solution like Azure Log Analytics workspace for Microsoft Defender for Cloud.

  • Learn how to create and configure a Log Analytics workspace in Azure.

  • Gain insights into collecting and analyzing security data from Microsoft Defender for Cloud within the Log Analytics workspace.

  • Understand how to create custom queries and alerts to proactively detect security threats and incidents.

  • Recognize the benefits of integrating Log Analytics workspace with other Azure services and tools.

Prerequisites

None