Managing and Responding to Security Events Using Azure Sentinel from Pluralsight

This course will teach you what Azure Sentinel is and how it helps organizations optimize their security. You will learn how to use this solution for threat detection, investigation, and rapid response for security incidents in your environment.

Overwhelming volumes of security data combined with shortages of qualified professionals in the cybersecurity space continue to prove a challenge for many organizations. In this course, Managing and Responding to Security Events Using Azure Sentinel, you will learn how the Azure Sentinel can help you solve many SOC and SecOps challenges.

First, you will explore how simple it is to enable the Azure Sentinel solution in your Azure environments, and start ingesting data for analyses. Next, you will learn how to manage security incidents and use Workbooks for Visualizations. Finally, you will learn how Azure Sentinel helps you to detect threats using Analytic rules and how to perform proactive threat hunting.

By the end of this course, you will have the knowledge and confidence to be able to use the Azure Sentinel in your organization and help your organization's SOC and SecOps teams leverage this cloud-native SIEM-as-a-service and SOAR-as-a-service offering from Microsoft.

What's inside

Syllabus

Course Overview

Azure Sentinel Getting Started

Getting Data into Azure Sentinel and Using Workbooks

Threat Detection Using Analytics

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Covers industry-standard tools that are highly relevant to real-world work environments

Teaches essential skills for managing security incidents and performing proactive threat hunting

Explores threat detection using advanced analytic rules

Provides hands-on experience with Azure Sentinel, Microsoft's cloud-based SIEM and SOAR platform

Develops a strong foundation in security event management and response

Taught by experienced instructors (Muhammad Sajid) in the field of cybersecurity

Reviews summary

Practical azure sentinel for security operations

According to students, this course offers a comprehensive and practical deep dive into Azure Sentinel, empowering them to effectively manage and respond to security events. Learners praise its focus on enabling the solution, ingesting data, and using Workbooks for visualization. The curriculum effectively covers threat detection using analytic rules and essential skills for managing and investigating incidents. Students particularly appreciate how the course builds confidence for leveraging Azure Sentinel in real-world SOC and SecOps environments, making it a valuable asset for cloud security professionals.

Benefits most learners with some prior Azure or security basics.

"While comprehensive, I feel a basic understanding of Azure concepts was helpful to get the most out of it."

"If you're completely new to cloud security, you might need to supplement with some foundational Azure knowledge."

"I found it built well on my existing knowledge of IT infrastructure and general security principles."

Strong emphasis on analytical rules and incident investigation.

"Learning about analytic rules and how to fine-tune them for threat detection was a major highlight for me."

"The sections on managing and investigating incidents were particularly insightful and directly applicable."

"I now feel much more confident in leveraging Sentinel's capabilities for proactive threat hunting and rapid response."

Covers core Azure Sentinel capabilities from setup to advanced use.

"I found the curriculum provided a great overview, starting from getting Sentinel set up and ingesting data seamlessly."

"The course touched on all the key aspects of Azure Sentinel, from basic deployment to incident management."

"It really helped me grasp the entire workflow within Azure Sentinel for security operations."

Focuses on hands-on application for real-world SecOps scenarios.

"I could immediately see how to apply what I learned to my organization's security challenges."

"The material is highly practical, guiding me through how to detect threats and respond effectively."

"It's not just theory; the course emphasized using Sentinel for real incident investigation and threat hunting."

Activities

Be better prepared before your course. Deepen your understanding during and after it. Supplement your coursework and achieve mastery of the topics covered in Managing and Responding to Security Events Using Azure Sentinel with these activities:

Review Azure Sentinel documentation

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Refresh your knowledge of Azure Sentinel by reviewing the official documentation to prepare for the course.

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Access Azure Sentinel documentation
Review key concepts and features
Identify areas for further exploration

Organize class materials

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Prepare to learn about Azure Sentinel by organizing your notes, assignments, quizzes, and exams to identify areas where you may need additional support.

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Gather all class materials
Review materials and identify areas of concern
Create a plan to address areas of concern

Join an online study group for Azure Sentinel

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Enhance your learning by connecting with other students in an online study group to discuss Azure Sentinel concepts and share knowledge.

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Find an online study group
Attend study group meetings
Participate in discussions

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AWS Tutorial - Getting Started with AWS Security Hub

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Expand your understanding of security event management by following a tutorial on AWS Security Hub.

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Set up an AWS account
Create a Security Hub
Add findings to your Security Hub

Practice exercises on Azure Sentinel Workbooks

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Solidify your knowledge of threat detection and investigation by completing practice exercises on Azure Sentinel Workbooks.

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Set up an Azure Sentinel workspace
Create a Workbook
Add queries and visualizations to your Workbook
Investigate security incidents using your Workbook

Configure Azure Sentinel for your organization

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Gain hands-on experience by configuring Azure Sentinel for your organization to monitor security events and respond to threats.

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Create an Azure Sentinel workspace
Connect data sources to your workspace
Create alerts and rules
Investigate security incidents

Volunteer at a cybersecurity organization

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Gain practical experience and contribute to the cybersecurity community by volunteering at an organization focused on cybersecurity.

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Find a cybersecurity organization
Apply for a volunteer position
Attend training
Volunteer at events or projects

Participate in a cybersecurity hackathon

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Test your skills and expand your knowledge by participating in a cybersecurity hackathon to solve real-world security challenges.

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Find a hackathon
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Prepare for the hackathon
Attend the hackathon

Career center

Learners who complete Managing and Responding to Security Events Using Azure Sentinel will develop knowledge and skills that may be useful to these careers:

Security Analyst

Azure Sentinel is a cloud-native management and response platform that helps Security Analysts optimize security in their organizations. From proactive threat hunting to quickly responding to security incidents in their environment, the Azure Sentinel platform provides Security Analysts with the tools needed to succeed in their roles. This course will help budding Security Analysts build a foundation in Azure Sentinel as they work to detect, investigate, and rapidly respond to security events.

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Security Engineer

Azure Sentinel is a cloud-native management and response platform that helps Security Engineers optimize security in their organizations. From proactive threat hunting to quickly responding to security incidents in their environment, the Azure Sentinel platform provides Security Engineers with the tools needed to succeed in their roles. This course will help budding Security Engineers build a foundation in Azure Sentinel as they work to detect, investigate, and rapidly respond to security events.

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Cybersecurity Architect

Azure Sentinel is a cloud-native management and response platform that helps Cybersecurity Architects optimize security in their organizations. From proactive threat hunting to quickly responding to security incidents in their environment, the Azure Sentinel platform provides Cybersecurity Architects with the tools needed to succeed in their roles. This course will help budding Cybersecurity Architects build a foundation in Azure Sentinel as they work to design and implement security solutions.

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Information Security Manager

Azure Sentinel is a cloud-native management and response platform that helps Information Security Managers optimize security in their organizations. From proactive threat hunting to quickly responding to security incidents in their environment, the Azure Sentinel platform provides Information Security Managers with the tools needed to succeed in their roles. This course will help budding Information Security Managers build a foundation in Azure Sentinel as they work to establish and maintain information security programs.

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SOC Analyst

Azure Sentinel is a cloud-native management and response platform that helps SOC Analysts optimize security in their organizations. From proactive threat hunting to quickly responding to security incidents in their environment, the Azure Sentinel platform provides SOC Analysts with the tools needed to succeed in their roles. This course will help budding SOC Analysts build a foundation in Azure Sentinel as they work to monitor, detect, and respond to security threats.

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Cyber Threat Intelligence Analyst

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Incident Responder

Azure Sentinel is a cloud-native management and response platform that helps Incident Responders optimize security in their organizations. From proactive threat hunting to quickly responding to security incidents in their environment, the Azure Sentinel platform provides Incident Responders with the tools needed to succeed in their roles. This course will help budding Incident Responders build a foundation in Azure Sentinel as they work to contain, eradicate, and recover from security incidents.

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Digital Forensic Examiner

Azure Sentinel is a cloud-native management and response platform that helps Digital Forensic Examiners optimize security in their organizations. From proactive threat hunting to quickly responding to security incidents in their environment, the Azure Sentinel platform provides Digital Forensic Examiners with the tools needed to succeed in their roles. This course will help budding Digital Forensic Examiners build a foundation in Azure Sentinel as they work to collect, analyze, and interpret digital evidence.

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Security Consultant

Azure Sentinel is a cloud-native management and response platform that helps Security Consultants optimize security in their organizations. From proactive threat hunting to quickly responding to security incidents in their environment, the Azure Sentinel platform provides Security Consultants with the tools needed to succeed in their roles. This course will help budding Security Consultants build a foundation in Azure Sentinel as they work to design and implement security solutions.

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Security Auditor

Azure Sentinel is a cloud-native management and response platform that helps Security Auditors optimize security in their organizations. From proactive threat hunting to quickly responding to security incidents in their environment, the Azure Sentinel platform provides Security Auditors with the tools needed to succeed in their roles. This course will help budding Security Auditors build a foundation in Azure Sentinel as they work to assess and report on security risks.

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Malware Analyst

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Penetration Tester

Azure Sentinel is a cloud-native management and response platform that helps Penetration Testers optimize security in their organizations. From proactive threat hunting to quickly responding to security incidents in their environment, the Azure Sentinel platform provides Penetration Testers with the tools needed to succeed in their roles. This course will help budding Penetration Testers build a foundation in Azure Sentinel as they work to identify and exploit security vulnerabilities.

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Security Researcher

Azure Sentinel is a cloud-native management and response platform that helps Security Researchers optimize security in their organizations. From proactive threat hunting to quickly responding to security incidents in their environment, the Azure Sentinel platform provides Security Researchers with the tools needed to succeed in their roles. This course will help budding Security Researchers build a foundation in Azure Sentinel as they work to develop new security tools and techniques.

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IT Manager

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DevOps Engineer

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