Microsoft Azure is a robust, feature-rich cloud platform used by a growing number of technology companies. With its vast array of services, a key challenge to administering an Azure environment is security. How can we ensure that our Azure infrastructure meets strict security standards? This course offers the answer.

In three concise units, the student will learn all about compliance and cloud security. The course delves into several key Azure components, including Azure DevOps, Azure Security Center, Desired State Configuration, and Azure Pipelines. After completing the lessons and watching the video demonstrations, the student will be equipped with the knowledge to automate critical security tasks to ensure a thoroughly hardened cloud architecture.

This skill set will serve infrastructure developers working with live environments or seeking to pass certification exams. Most importantly, it will help students understand cloud security in a comprehensive and thorough way.

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Learning Objectives

Scan infrastructure using Azure tools to prevent drift leading to compliance violations
Automate configuration using Azure Automation and Desired State Configuration
Create secure and compliant software pipelines in Azure

Intended Audience

This course is intended for:

Those looking to learn more about the security and compliance features in Azure
People studying for Microsoft's AZ-400 exam

Prerequisites

To get the most from this course, you should already have a basic understanding of Microsoft Azure as well as some knowledge of programming and cloud infrastructure.