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Microsoft offers a comprehensive certification pathway for professionals aiming to specialize in Security, Compliance, and Identity. Below are the key exams and resources to help you advance in this domain:
Foundations
- Exam SC-900: Microsoft Security, Compliance, and Identity Fundamentals
- Basic Concepts of Cybersecurity: Describe the basic concepts of cybersecurity
Administrator
- Exam SC-200: Microsoft Security Operations Analyst
- Exam SC-300: Microsoft Identity and Access Administrator
- Exam AZ-500: Microsoft Azure Security Technologies
Expert
- Exam SC-100: Microsoft Cybersecurity Architect
You Should Know:
Essential Commands & Tools for Microsoft Security & Compliance
Azure Security CLI Commands
1. Check Azure Security Status
az security task list
2. List Security Recommendations
az security recommendation list
3. Enable Azure Defender
az security auto-provisioning-setting update --name "default" --auto-provision "On"
Windows Security & Compliance Tools
4. Check Windows Firewall Status
Get-NetFirewallProfile | Select-Object Name, Enabled
5. List All Security Patches Installed
Get-HotFix | Sort-Object InstalledOn -Descending
6. Audit Active Directory Logins
Get-EventLog -LogName Security -InstanceId 4624, 4625 -Newest 10
Linux Security Commands
7. Check Open Ports
sudo netstat -tulnp
8. Scan for Vulnerabilities with Lynis
sudo lynis audit system
9. Check Failed SSH Logins
sudo grep "Failed password" /var/log/auth.log
What Undercode Say:
Microsoft’s certification pathway provides structured learning for security professionals. Hands-on practice with Azure CLI, PowerShell, and Linux security tools is crucial for mastering these exams. Automation, logging, and compliance checks should be part of daily security operations.
Expected Output:
- Azure Security Status Report
- Windows Firewall Configuration
- Linux Vulnerability Scan Results
- Active Directory Login Audits
For further learning, visit the provided Microsoft certification links.
References:
Reported By: Dharamveer Prasad – Hackers Feeds
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