Securing SSRS Reporting Solutions from Pluralsight

SSRS uses a role-based security architecture for administrative tasks and access to items published to the report server. This course will teach you how to use all SSRS security features for a native mode report server.

After you install an SSRS instance on a server, you need to configure security so that authorized users can perform tasks and view content. In this course, Securing SSRS Reporting Solutions, you’ll learn about report server configuration options and how to secure report server content. First, you’ll explore your options for setting up the report server for access by administrators, report developers and publishers, and report consumers. Next, you’ll discover how to work with role assignments to manage the content that each type of user can view and the activities they can perform. Finally, you’ll learn how to manage security for data sources used to retrieve data for reports during processing. When you’re finished with this course, you’ll have the skills and knowledge of SSRS security configuration to successfully secure the reporting environment for your organization.

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Configuring Report Server Security

Working with Roles

Configuring Item-level Security

Securing System Administration Tasks

Working with Data Sources

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Helps learners configure Report Server for access by administrators, developers, and consumers

Develops the knowledge required for managing the security of data sources for use in report processing

Teaches role assignments to control what users can see and do

Examines SSRS security configuration for securing reporting environments

Covers industry standard SSRS role-based security for administrative tasks and published report server items

Requires learners to have some prior knowledge of SSRS, which can limit its audience

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Learners who complete Securing SSRS Reporting Solutions will develop knowledge and skills that may be useful to these careers:

IT Security Engineer

IT Security Engineers design, implement, and maintain security measures to protect an organization's computer networks and systems. By taking Securing SSRS Reporting Solutions, learners will gain the knowledge and skills they need to succeed in this vital role, by learning how to configure report server security, work with roles, configure item-level security, secure system administration tasks, and work with data sources.

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Security Consultant

Security Consultants provide advice and guidance to organizations on how to improve their security posture. By taking Securing SSRS Reporting Solutions, learners will gain the knowledge and skills they need to succeed in this role, by learning how to configure report server security, work with roles, configure item-level security, secure system administration tasks, and work with data sources.

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Security Architect

Security Architects design and implement security measures to protect an organization's computer networks and systems. Securing SSRS Reporting Solutions will help learners develop the skills and knowledge they need to succeed in this role, by teaching them how to configure report server security, work with roles, configure item-level security, secure system administration tasks, and work with data sources.

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Security Manager

Security Managers are responsible for planning and directing the implementation of an organization's security program. By taking Securing SSRS Reporting Solutions, learners will gain the knowledge and skills they need to succeed in this challenging role, by learning how to configure report server security, work with roles, configure item-level security, secure system administration tasks, and work with data sources.

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IT Security Manager

IT Security Managers are responsible for planning and directing the implementation of an organization's IT security program. By taking Securing SSRS Reporting Solutions, learners will gain the knowledge and skills they need to succeed in this challenging role, by learning how to configure report server security, work with roles, configure item-level security, secure system administration tasks, and work with data sources.

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Security Operations Engineer

Security Operations Engineers are responsible for monitoring and responding to security threats and incidents. By taking Securing SSRS Reporting Solutions, learners will gain the knowledge and skills they need to succeed in this role, by learning how to configure report server security, work with roles, configure item-level security, secure system administration tasks, and work with data sources.

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IT Security Specialist

IT Security Specialists are responsible for implementing and maintaining an organization's IT security policies and procedures. Securing SSRS Reporting Solutions will help learners develop the skills and knowledge they need to excel in this role, by teaching them how to configure report server security, work with roles, configure item-level security, secure system administration tasks, and work with data sources. This course is especially relevant for those interested in specializing in information security or cybersecurity.

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Information Security Analyst

Information Security Analysts plan and carry out security measures to protect an organization's computer networks and systems. Securing SSRS Reporting Solutions will help learners develop the skills and knowledge they need to excel in this vital role, by teaching them how to configure report server security, work with roles, configure item-level security, secure system administration tasks, and work with data sources. This course is especially relevant for those interested in specializing in information security or cybersecurity.

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Security Analyst

Security Analysts collect and analyze information to identify and assess security risks and vulnerabilities. Securing SSRS Reporting Solutions can help learners develop the skills and knowledge they need to succeed in this role, by teaching them how to configure report server security, work with roles, configure item-level security, secure system administration tasks, and work with data sources. This course is particularly relevant for those interested in specializing in security analysis or cybersecurity.

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Network Security Engineer

Network Security Engineers design, implement, and maintain security measures to protect an organization's computer networks. Securing SSRS Reporting Solutions will help learners develop the skills and knowledge they need to excel in this role, by teaching them how to configure report server security, work with roles, configure item-level security, secure system administration tasks, and work with data sources.

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Database Security Analyst

Database Security Analysts focus on planning and carrying out IT security measures to protect databases from malicious access. By taking Securing SSRS Reporting Solutions, learners will gain a comprehensive understanding of how to use all SSRS security features for a native mode report server. This knowledge will be invaluable to Database Security Analysts as they work to secure sensitive data and maintain the integrity of databases. This course is particularly relevant for those who want to specialize in database security. It covers topics such as configuring report server security, working with roles, configuring item-level security, securing system administration tasks, and working with data sources. This course may be particularly useful for those who aspire to become Database Security Analysts.

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Systems Administrator

Systems Administrators are responsible for installing, maintaining, and troubleshooting computer systems and networks. By taking Securing SSRS Reporting Solutions, learners will gain the knowledge and skills they need to succeed in this role, by learning how to configure report server security, work with roles, configure item-level security, secure system administration tasks, and work with data sources. This course is particularly relevant for those who want to specialize in IT systems administration or security.

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Applications Support Specialist

Applications Support Specialists provide technical support to users of software applications. By taking Securing SSRS Reporting Solutions, learners will gain the knowledge and skills they need to succeed in this role, by learning how to configure report server security, work with roles, configure item-level security, secure system administration tasks, and work with data sources. This course is particularly relevant for those who want to specialize in IT support or applications support.

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Information Technology Specialist

Information Technology Specialists provide technical support and assistance to users of computer systems and networks. By taking Securing SSRS Reporting Solutions, learners will gain the knowledge and skills they need to succeed in this role, by learning how to configure report server security, work with roles, configure item-level security, secure system administration tasks, and work with data sources. This course is particularly relevant for those who want to specialize in IT support or cybersecurity.

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Data Analyst

Data Analysts collect, analyze, and interpret data to identify trends and patterns. By taking Securing SSRS Reporting Solutions, learners will gain the knowledge and skills they need to succeed in this role, by learning how to configure report server security, work with roles, configure item-level security, secure system administration tasks, and work with data sources. This course is particularly relevant for those who want to specialize in IT data analysis or cybersecurity.

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