Explore Microsoft 365 security foundations
This module provides a comprehensive overview of Microsoft 365 security foundations, guiding learners through Zero Trust principles, integrated security tools, layered protection strategies, threat intelligence, identity and access management, and best practices for maintaining a secure cloud environment.
Learning objectives
By the end of this module, you should be able to:
Explain the core principles of the Zero Trust security model and how they apply to Microsoft 365.
Identify the integrated security tools and features available in Microsoft 365 for protecting identities, endpoints, data, applications, infrastructure, and networks.
Summarize the key tasks involved in building a layered security strategy, including assessment, identity protection, endpoint compliance, data classification, threat monitoring, and user education.
Describe Microsoft 365’s threat protection and intelligence capabilities, including how they help detect, investigate, and respond to security threats.
Understand the fundamentals of identity and access management, including authentication, single sign-on, and role-based access control in Microsoft 365.
Recognize best practices for troubleshooting, monitoring, and maintaining a secure Microsoft 365 environment.
Prerequisites
Students should have basic functional experience with Microsoft 365 services. Students must have a proficient understanding of general IT practices.