This comprehensive course is designed to help you master the skills required to pass the AZ-500: Microsoft Azure Security Engineer Associate certification exam. The AZ-500 is a globally recognized certification for professionals who want to demonstrate their expertise in securing Microsoft Azure environments and managing cloud-based security solutions.

The exam is intended for candidates who implement, manage, and monitor security and compliance solutions in Microsoft Azure. Security engineers on Azure are responsible for securing cloud-based environments, managing identity and access, implementing security controls, and protecting data, applications, and networks. By completing this course, you will gain the technical knowledge and hands-on skills needed to meet these demands and succeed in the AZ-500 exam.

Exam Details:

• Certification Name: Microsoft Certified: Azure Security Engineer Associate (AZ-500)

• Exam Duration: 120 minutes

• Number of Questions: 40–60

• Question Format: Multiple-choice, case studies, scenario-based questions

• Passing Score: 700 out of 1000

• Languages Available: English, Japanese, Chinese (Simplified), Korean, and more

This course is structured to align with the AZ-500 exam objectives, ensuring that you are fully prepared for every topic tested. You will explore the following core areas:

1. Manage Identity and Access (30–35%) – Learn how to secure Azure Active Directory identities, implement hybrid identity solutions, and configure role-based access control (RBAC).

2. Implement Platform Protection (15–20%) – Discover how to secure Azure compute, networking, and storage services using built-in Azure tools.

3. Manage Security Operations (25–30%) – Understand how to monitor security, configure Azure Defender, and analyze logs to detect potential threats.

4. Secure Data and Applications (20–25%) – Implement data encryption, key management, and security for cloud applications.

By the end of this course, you will be able to:

• Secure Azure resources and infrastructure with advanced security policies

• Manage identity, access, and governance in complex cloud environments

• Detect, investigate, and respond to security threats effectively

• Protect sensitive data with robust encryption and key management solutions

• Apply real-world skills to prepare confidently for the AZ-500 certification exam

This course is suitable for cloud security professionals, system administrators, and IT specialists who want to enhance their expertise in Azure security. Whether you are pursuing certification to advance your career or to strengthen your organization’s cloud security posture, this course provides both theoretical knowledge and practical exercises to ensure your success.

Who this course is for:

• Aspiring security engineers who want to learn identity, access, and threat protection in Azure.
• Students and career changers preparing for their first Microsoft Azure certification.Students and career changers preparing for their first Microsoft Azure certification.
• Beginners starting in cloud security who want a guided path into Azure security.