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Azure Security Engineer Associate

The Azure Security Engineer Associate certification is a credential offered by Microsoft that validates an individual’s expertise in securing Microsoft Azure cloud environments. The Azure Security Engineer Associate certification is well-suited for security professionals, cloud administrators, and Azure architects who want to specialize in securing Microsoft Azure environments. It’s a valuable credential for those working with Azure or planning to do so while focusing on security and compliance.

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IT Training Programme

Duration 60 hours

Batch Type Weekdays / Weekends

Mode of Training Classroom / Online / Corporate

Locations Pune, Bangalore, Kochi

Language English

Certification Globally Recognized

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What you'll learn

Understand core concepts and architecture from the ground up

Get hands-on with the tools used by working professionals

Build real-world projects you can add to your portfolio

Learn industry best practices and coding standards

Practice with real datasets and real-world scenarios

Prepare for certification and technical interviews

Work on collaborative, team-based exercises

Apply performance tuning and optimization techniques

Understand how the technology fits into a larger ecosystem

Complete assignments reviewed by mentors

Programme Overview

18 sections covering the complete curriculum — a single, progressive learning arc.

60 hours

Training Duration

Core Modules

145

Total Lessons

4.4★

Average Rating

50K+

Students Trained

Foundations & Core Concepts

Get hands-on with the fundamentals and architecture — the building blocks for everything that follows.

Fundamentals Architecture Setup

Hands-On Practical Training

Work through real exercises and assignments designed to mirror what you will do on the job.

Practicals Assignments Labs

Real-World Projects

Apply what you have learned to end-to-end projects that go straight into your portfolio.

Projects Portfolio Case Studies

Advanced Techniques

Go beyond the basics with advanced concepts, integrations and production-grade practices.

Advanced Integration Best Practices

Ecosystem Integration

Understand how this technology connects with the broader tools and platforms used in the industry.

Ecosystem Tools Platforms

Performance & Interview Prep

Master optimization techniques and prepare for the technical interview questions employers actually ask.

Optimization Interview Prep Certification

Who is this programme for?

Whether you're already writing code, working with data, or supporting applications today — this programme is built to take you into a IT SECURITY role.

Software Developers

Engineers who want to add this skill set to their toolkit

Analysts & Consultants

Professionals moving into a more technical, hands-on role

IT Professionals

System admins and support engineers upskilling into a new domain

Fresh Graduates

CS/IT graduates aiming for a job-ready technical role

Course Curriculum

18 sections • 145 lessons • 60 hours

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Total Duration

60 hours

100% Practical · Unlimited Doubt Sessions

01 Training Objectives

By the end of this training, participants will be able to:

✅ Design and implement security controls, identity protection, and access management.

✅ Configure platform protection, data security, and governance policies on Azure.

✅ Manage security posture using Microsoft Defender and Sentinel.

✅ Implement end-to-end threat protection and compliance monitoring.

02 Duration: 50–60 Hours

Mode: Instructor-led / Online / Hands-on Lab

Structure:

• 60% Hands-on Labs

• 25% Theory & Azure Console Walkthroughs

• 15% Assignments & Projects

03 Module 1: Introduction to Azure Security (3 Hours)

Topics:

• Azure Security Overview & Shared Responsibility Model

• Azure Security Center (Microsoft Defender for Cloud)

• Role of Azure Security Engineer

• Security Posture Management & Compliance Standards (ISO 27001, CIS, NIST)

Assignment 1:

›Map Azure resources under the Shared Responsibility Model and identify security responsibilities.

04 Module 2: Manage Identity and Access (8 Hours)

Topics:

• Azure Active Directory (Entra ID) Overview

• RBAC (Role-Based Access Control) and Custom Roles

• Conditional Access Policies & MFA

• Privileged Identity Management (PIM)

• Identity Protection and Risk Policies

• Service Principals, Managed Identities & App Registrations

Lab Exercises:

• Configure Conditional Access Policy

• Implement MFA for selected users

• Enable PIM for just-in-time access

Assignment 2:

Design secure identity and access management policies for a multi-tier Azure

environment.

05 Module 3: Implement Platform Protection (10 Hours)

Topics:

• Network Security Groups (NSG) and Application Security Groups (ASG)

• Azure Firewall & Firewall Policies

• Azure DDoS Protection (Basic and Standard)

• Azure Bastion & Just-in-Time (JIT) VM Access

• Endpoint Security with Microsoft Defender for Servers

• Web Application Firewall (WAF) for Azure Front Door & Application Gateway

Hands-on Labs:

›• Configure and test NSGs and ASGs
›• Deploy Azure Firewall with custom rules
›• Enable JIT access for virtual machines

Assignment 3:

›Implement defense-in-depth network security for a 3-tier web architecture.

06 Module 4: Secure Data and Storage (6 Hours)

Topics:

• Data Classification and Encryption in Azure

• Azure Key Vault – Keys, Secrets, Certificates

• Managed HSM (Hardware Security Module)

• Disk Encryption using Azure Disk Encryption (ADE)

• Transparent Data Encryption (TDE) for SQL & Cosmos DB

• Storage Account Security: Shared Access Signatures (SAS), Firewall, Private Endpoints

Lab Exercises:

• Encrypt Azure Storage accounts

• Configure Azure Key Vault with access policies

Assignment 4:

›Secure data-at-rest and in-transit using Key Vault + ADE + Storage Encryption.

07 Module 5: Manage Security Operations (8 Hours)

Topics:

• Azure Monitor, Log Analytics & Diagnostic Logs

• Microsoft Defender for Cloud – Security Recommendations

• Microsoft Sentinel – SIEM/SOAR Overview

• Security Incident Investigation & Playbooks

• Threat Detection and Automation (Logic Apps)

• Integrating Defender for Endpoint with Sentinel

Hands-on Labs:

›• Create custom alert rules in Microsoft Sentinel
›• Automate threat response with Logic App playbooks

Project 1:

Build a Security Monitoring Dashboard integrating Sentinel, Defender, and Log Analytics.

08 Module 6: Application Security & DevSecOps (6 Hours)

Topics:

• Secure DevOps Kit for Azure (AzSK)

• Security in Azure DevOps Pipelines (YAML, Secrets, Code Scanning)

• Container Security with Azure Kubernetes Service (AKS)

• Using Microsoft Defender for DevOps

• Azure Policy & Blueprints for Governance

• Secure REST APIs with Azure API Management

Assignment 5:

›Integrate Microsoft Defender for DevOps into an Azure CI/CD pipeline.

09 Module 7: Security Governance and Compliance (5 Hours)

Topics:

• Azure Policy, Initiative, and Compliance Management

• Resource Locks and Management Groups

• Microsoft Purview for Data Governance

• Defender for Cloud Regulatory Compliance Dashboard

• Implementing Zero Trust Framework in Azure

Hands-on Labs:

›• Create custom Azure Policies for tagging & encryption
›• Configure a Zero Trust model for hybrid identity setup

Assignment 6:

›Implement a compliance-based governance model with Azure Policy & Management Groups

10 Module 8: Advanced Threat Protection (5 Hours)

Topics:

• Advanced Threat Protection for Azure Services

• Defender for Servers, Databases, and Containers

• Microsoft 365 Defender Integration

• Threat Intelligence and Hunting Queries in Sentinel (KQL)

• Automated Response and SOAR Implementation

Lab Exercises:

• Create custom KQL queries in Microsoft Sentinel

• Automate alert responses with Logic Apps

Project 2:

Design a Threat Detection & Response Workflow integrating Sentinel and Defender alerts.

11 Module 9: Incident Response and Security Reporting (4 Hours)

Topics:

• Incident Response Process & Playbooks

• Root Cause Analysis and Post-Incident Review

• Azure Security Benchmark

• Security Dashboard Customization

• Integration with SIEM & Third-Party SOC Tools

Assignment 7:

›Prepare an Incident Response Plan and generate a security audit report using Defender.

12 Capstone Project (6–8 Hours)

Scenario:

›You are a Security Engineer tasked with securing a hybrid enterprise cloud.

Tasks:

1. Configure identity governance with Entra ID & PIM.

2. Set up network & platform protection with NSG, WAF, and Azure Firewall.

3. Implement Azure Sentinel for centralized SIEM.

4. Configure Key Vault for secret management.

5. Automate threat response playbook using Logic Apps.

13 Deliverables:

• Security Architecture Diagram

• Azure Policies & Defender Configuration

• Security Monitoring Dashboard (Sentinel)

• Incident Response Report

14 Tools & Services Covered

CategoryTools / Services

Identity & Access

Entra ID, PIM, RBAC, Conditional Access

Platform Security

NSG, Azure Firewall, WAF, Bastion, DDoS

Data Protection

Key Vault, TDE, ADE, SAS, Managed HSM

Monitoring & Threat Protection

Microsoft Sentinel, Defender for Cloud, Log Analytics, KQL

Governance & Compliance

Azure Policy, Purview, Blueprints, Management Groups

DevSecOps Security

Defender for DevOps, Azure DevOps Pipelines, AKS

15 Learning Outcomes

After completing the training, participants will:

• Implement Azure identity, network, and data protection strategies.

• Manage Microsoft Defender and Sentinel for proactive threat monitoring.

• Build secure DevOps pipelines and governance frameworks.

• Conduct incident response and forensic investigations.

16 Career Roles After Training

• Azure Security Engineer

• Cloud Security Analyst

• DevSecOps Engineer

• Security Operations Center (SOC) Analyst

• Cloud Compliance Specialist

17 Recommended Certifications After Completion

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

• Microsoft Certified: Security Operations Analyst (SC-200)

• Microsoft Certified: Cybersecurity Architect Expert (SC-100)

18 Assignments Summary

ModuleAssignmentFocus

›1
›Shared Responsibility Model
›Security fundamentals
›2
›IAM & PIM setup
›Identity governance
›3
›Firewall + NSG setup
›Platform protection
›4
›Key Vault encryption
›Data security
›5
›Sentinel dashboards
›Threat monitoring
›6
›Defender for DevOps integration
›DevSecOps
›7
›Policy enforcement
›Governance
›8
›SOAR automation
›Threat response
›9
›Audit report
›Incident management

Tools & Technologies

Every tool listed here is installed, configured and used in a hands-on lab session.

Core Tools

Hands-On Labs

Practical Environment

Industry-Standard Tools

Real-World Setup

Guided Exercises

Skill Building

Sample Datasets

Practice Material

Practice & Projects

Mini Projects

Applied Practice

Assignments

Mentor Reviewed

Doubt Sessions

Live Support

Career Readiness

Resume Building

Career Support

Mock Interviews

Interview Prep

Certification Prep

Global Recognition

Deployment & Delivery

Production Practices

Real-World Ready

Best Practices

Industry Standards

145+

Hands-On Lessons

Core Modules

60 hours

Training Duration

100%

Practical Training

You don't just learn Azure Security Engineer Associate. You ship it.

Three major projects, each mirroring how production teams actually work — from guided foundations to a portfolio-ready capstone.

PROJECT // 01

Guided Foundation Project

→Requirement Analysis

→Guided Implementation

→Mentor Review

→Iteration

Foundation Beginner

Apply the fundamentals in a structured, mentor-reviewed project

Take the core concepts from the first half of the curriculum and apply them to a realistic scenario, with guidance and feedback from your mentor at every step.

Structured project brief

Step-by-step implementation

Mentor feedback and review

Documented outcome

Stack Core Concepts Best Practices

PROJECT // 02

Applied Practice Project

→Scenario Design

→Independent Build

→Testing & Validation

→Peer Review

Applied Intermediate

Build a more independent project mirroring real production scenarios

Work through a project that combines multiple concepts from the curriculum, closer to how work is actually structured on the job — less hand-holding, more ownership.

End-to-end implementation

Testing and validation

Documentation

Peer/mentor review

Stack Applied Skills Testing

PROJECT // 03

Capstone Project

→Planning

→End-to-End Build

→Review & Refinement

→Presentation

Capstone Advanced

Take a project from requirements to a polished, portfolio-ready deliverable

Your final project — plan, build, test and present a complete solution using everything covered in the curriculum, reviewed by mentors before you graduate.

Complete working solution

Presentation-ready documentation

Mentor sign-off

Portfolio-ready deliverable

Stack Full Curriculum Portfolio

All 3 projects go directly into your portfolio & resume — reviewed by mentors before you graduate.

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