Microsoft Security Operations & XDR
Comprehensive Training on Threat Detection, Incident Response, and Cloud Security
15
Core Modules
20+
Security Tools
100+
Learning Topics
Expert
Level Content
Training Modules
01
FOUNDATIONAL
SOC Operations & Incident Lifecycle
- Security Operations Analyst Roles (L1/L2/L3)
- SOC Structure & Workflows
- Incident Lifecycle Management
- Alert Triage & Prioritization
- Escalation Procedures
02
CORE SECURITY
Security Principles, Zero Trust & Compliance
- Shared Responsibility Model
- Defense in Depth Strategy
- Zero Trust Architecture
- Encryption & Hashing
- Compliance Basics (GDPR, HIPAA, PCI-DSS)
03
IDENTITY
Identity Security & Access Control
- Identity Types & Management
- Authentication & Authorization
- Conditional Access Policies
- Identity Protection
- MFA & Risk-based Auth
04
PLATFORM
Microsoft Security Platform & XDR Visibility
- Microsoft Defender XDR Overview
- Microsoft Sentinel Architecture
- Azure Security Services
- Security Copilot Integration
- Unified Visibility Across Assets
05
DATA SECURITY
Data Protection, Privacy & Insider Risk
- Service Trust Portal
- Privacy Risk Management
- Data Governance & Compliance
- Data Loss Prevention (DLP)
- Insider Risk Detection
06
DETECTION
Threat Detection with Microsoft Defender XDR
- XDR Architecture & Components
- Incident Correlation & Triage
- Defender for Endpoint Detection
- Email & Identity Threats
- Cloud Security Detection
07
INTELLIGENCE
Advanced Threat Intelligence & Indicators
- Threat Intelligence Sources
- IOCs & IOAs Integration
- Threat Actor Profiling
- MITRE ATT&CK Framework
- Vulnerability Management
08
COMPLIANCE
DLP, Insider Risk & Audit Management
- Data Loss Prevention Policies
- Insider Risk Management
- Audit & Content Search
- Compliance Monitoring
- Forensic Investigations
09
ENDPOINT
Endpoint Protection & Attack Prevention
- Defender for Endpoint Architecture
- Endpoint Onboarding & Configuration
- Attack Surface Reduction
- Exploit Protection
- Vulnerability Assessment
10
RESPONSE
Endpoint Investigation & Incident Response
- Device Investigation Tools
- Alerts & Automation Setup
- Threat & Vulnerability Management
- Live Response Capabilities
- Forensic Analysis
11
ADVANCED
Advanced Threats & Response Automation
- Advanced Detection Rules
- Alert Tuning & Optimization
- Lateral Movement Detection
- SOAR Automation Playbooks
- Automated Response Actions
12
CLOUD
Cloud Security & Posture Management
- Cloud Security Posture Management (CSPM)
- Workload Protection
- Azure Security Score
- Cloud Misconfigurations
- Container & K8s Security
13
SIEM
SIEM & Log Analysis (KQL)
- KQL Query Language Fundamentals
- Log Pattern Recognition
- Data Normalization
- Advanced Analytics
- Custom Detection Queries
14
SENTINEL
Sentinel Configuration & Intelligence
- Sentinel Workspace Architecture
- Data Connectors & Ingestion
- Watchlists & Threat Intel
- Custom Dashboards
- Integration & Automation
15
EXPERT
Detection Engineering, SOAR & Threat Hunting
- Analytics Rules Development
- Playbook Creation & Automation
- User Entity Behavior Analytics (UEBA)
- Threat Hunting Techniques
- Hypothesis-driven Investigation
Key Topics & Competencies
Threat Detection
Advanced detection patterns and anomaly identification
Identity & Access
Zero Trust and conditional access enforcement
Data Analytics
KQL, log analysis, and behavioral analytics
Endpoint Security
EDR, device investigation, and threat hunting
Cloud Security
Azure security, CSPM, and workload protection
Incident Response
IR lifecycle, automation, and forensics
SOAR Automation
Playbooks, workflows, and response automation
Threat Hunting
Proactive threat pursuit and hypothesis testing
Compliance & Governance
Regulatory requirements and audit trails
AI & Machine Learning
Copilot, UEBA, and behavioral analytics
Integration & APIs
Platform connectivity and third-party tools
Security Metrics
KPIs, dashboards, and performance tracking
Tools & Technologies
Microsoft Defender XDR
Extended Detection & Response platform for unified threat management across endpoints, identities, email, and cloud
Microsoft Sentinel
Cloud-native SIEM & SOAR for intelligent security analytics and automated response
Microsoft Entra ID
Identity and access management with conditional access and risk-based authentication
Defender for Endpoint
EDR solution for device investigation, threat detection, and endpoint response
Defender for Cloud
Cloud security posture management and workload protection for Azure resources
Microsoft Purview
Data governance, compliance, and DLP for information protection and insider risk
Security Copilot
AI-powered assistant for investigations, threat analysis, and security reporting
Kusto Query Language (KQL)
Powerful query language for log analysis, threat detection, and data investigation
Wireshark
Network packet analyzer for traffic analysis and protocol investigation
Sysinternals & PowerShell
Advanced system utilities for endpoint investigation and automation
Splunk
Enterprise-grade SIEM for comparative analysis and advanced analytics
Azure Security Services
Comprehensive suite including Key Vault, Network Security, and vulnerability management
Training Features
Comprehensive Content
Deep dive into 15 modules covering all aspects of modern security operations
Hands-On Labs
Practical exercises with real-world scenarios and Microsoft security tools
Expert-Led
Guidance from security professionals with years of SOC experience
Continuous Updates
Stay current with the latest threat intelligence and security practices
Industry Standards
Aligned with NIST, MITRE ATT&CK, and compliance frameworks
Career Ready
Prepare for SOC analyst roles and security certifications
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