Implementing and Managing Microsoft Defender for O365 from Pluralsight

This course will teach you how to implement and manage Microsoft Defender for Office 365.

Collaboration software such as email, Teams, SharePoint platforms and more, are used widely today. In recent years, the use of these platforms have increased exponentially and with that comes a wealth of cybersecurity attacks. Protecting against these attacks entails using a solution which can easily and efficiently identify risks and threats and allow you to mitigate them. In this course, Implementing and Managing Microsoft Defender for O365, you’ll learn how to fully plan, deploy, and manage Defender for O365. First, you’ll explore the deployment of Defender for O365. Next, you’ll discover how to manage Defender for O365. Finally, you’ll gain an overview of the alerts and how to work with various threat components of Defender for O365. When you’re finished with this course, you’ll have the skills and knowledge of implementing and managing Microsoft Defender for O365 needed to fully deploy and manage Microsoft Defender for O365.

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Syllabus

Course Overview

Deploying Defender for Office 365

Managing Defender for Office 365

Good to know

Know what's good

, what to watch for

, and possible dealbreakers

Teaches skills and tools that are highly relevant in an academic setting

Builds a strong foundation for beginners

Develops professional skills or deep expertise in a particular topic or set of topics

Taught by instructors who are recognized for their work in the topic that the course teaches

Offered through a recognized provider

May require additional items and goods that are not readily available in a typical household or in a library

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 Implementing and Managing Microsoft Defender for O365 with these activities:

Mentor junior cybersecurity professionals on Microsoft Defender for O365

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Share your knowledge and experience to help others succeed in the field

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Identify opportunities to mentor others
Set clear goals and expectations for mentorship
Provide guidance and support to mentees
Evaluate the progress of mentees and provide feedback

Review platform features and capabilities

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Review the features and capabilities of Microsoft Defender for O365 to build a strong foundation for the course.

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Explore the Microsoft Defender for O365 documentation and resources.
Review the Microsoft Defender for O365 user interface.
Test basic functionality of Microsoft Defender for O365.

Analyze security alerts and events

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Practice analyzing security alerts and events to improve your threat detection and response skills.

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Review the different types of security alerts and events.
Simulate security incidents and analyze the resulting alerts and events.
Use Microsoft Defender for O365 to investigate and respond to security incidents.

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Develop a security incident response plan

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Create a security incident response plan to ensure that your organization is prepared to respond effectively to security incidents.

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Identify the potential security incidents that your organization may face.
Define the roles and responsibilities of the individuals involved in incident response.
Develop procedures for responding to different types of security incidents.
Test your incident response plan in a simulated environment.

Participate in cybersecurity hackathons focused on Microsoft Defender for O365

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Test your skills and knowledge in a competitive environment

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Research upcoming hackathons focused on Microsoft Defender for O365
Form a team with complementary skills
Develop a solution to the hackathon challenge

Career center

Learners who complete Implementing and Managing Microsoft Defender for O365 will develop knowledge and skills that may be useful to these careers:

Information Security Analyst

Information Security Analysts are responsible for protecting an organization's computer networks and systems from unauthorized access, use, disclosure, disruption, modification, or destruction. Some of the measures they use are access control, cryptography, virtual private networks, intrusion detection systems, and firewalls. Anyone wishing to take on such a role should understand how to manage these tools and more.

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Cloud Security Architect

Cloud Security Architects design, implement, and manage security solutions for cloud computing environments. This role requires a deep understanding of cloud security principles and technologies, as well as how to integrate them into an organization's overall security strategy. Taking the course, Implementing and Managing Microsoft Defender for O365, could help someone in this career path to understand how to safeguard endpoints, cloud workloads, and data in Microsoft environments.

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Cybersecurity Engineer

Cybersecurity Engineers design, implement, and maintain security systems to protect organizations from cyberattacks. They also develop and implement security policies and procedures and monitor networks for suspicious activity. Implementing and Managing Microsoft Defender for O365 could provide some of the foundational knowledge needed to succeed in this role by helping one understand how to prevent, detect, and respond to cyber threats.

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Data Protection Officer

Data Protection Officers are responsible for ensuring that an organization's data is collected, used, and stored in a manner that complies with all applicable laws and regulations. This may include developing and implementing data protection policies and procedures, conducting data audits, and training employees on data protection best practices. Anyone in this role needs to know how to implement, manage, and understand cybersecurity tools and processes.

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Security Consultant

Security Consultants provide advice and guidance to organizations on how to improve their security posture. They may also conduct security assessments, develop security plans, and implement security solutions. Implementing and Managing Microsoft Defender for O365 could help one stand out in this role by demonstrating an ability to understand and manage a core component of any cybersecurity architecture.

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Security Operations Manager

Security Operations Managers plan, implement, and manage security operations for organizations. They are responsible for ensuring that an organization's security systems are operating effectively and that security incidents are responded to quickly and efficiently. The course, Implementing and Managing Microsoft Defender for O365, would equip one for this role by fostering an understanding of how to manage Microsoft's suite of security tools.

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Security Architect

Security Architects design, implement, and manage security architectures for organizations. They are responsible for ensuring that an organization's security systems are aligned with its business goals and that they are effective in protecting the organization from cyber threats. Implementing and Managing Microsoft Defender for O365 may be of interest to those in this role because of the need to be familiar with the leading tools in the market to do their job effectively.

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Vulnerability Manager

Vulnerability Managers are responsible for identifying, assessing, and remediating vulnerabilities in an organization's IT systems. They may also develop and implement vulnerability management policies and procedures, and train employees on vulnerability management best practices. Completing the course, Implementing and Managing Microsoft Defender for O365, could aid anyone in this role by demystifying some of the tools used to understand and manage vulnerabilities.

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Threat Intelligence Analyst

Threat Intelligence Analysts collect, analyze, and disseminate information about cyber threats. They use this information to help organizations understand the threats they face and to develop strategies to mitigate those threats. Implementing and Managing Microsoft Defender for O365 may pique the interest of those in this role because of the need to understand the tools used to combat threats.

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Security Administrator

Security Administrators are responsible for managing and maintaining an organization's security systems. They may also implement security policies and procedures, and train employees on security best practices. Completing the course, Implementing and Managing Microsoft Defender for O365, could be useful for those in this role because of the need to be familiar with the main strategies, tools, and regulations surrounding cybersecurity in the workplace.

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IT Auditor

IT Auditors evaluate an organization's IT systems and processes to ensure that they are secure and compliant with all applicable laws and regulations. They may also make recommendations for improvements to the organization's IT security posture. Completing the course, Implementing and Managing Microsoft Defender for O365, may be useful for those in this role by building an understanding of cybersecurity implementation and management.

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Incident Responder

Incident Responders are responsible for responding to security incidents. They may also develop and implement incident response plans and procedures, and train employees on incident response best practices. Implementing and Managing Microsoft Defender for O365 may interest those in this role as this course goes over how to handle threat components and how to use the appropriate alerts.

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Systems Administrator

Systems Administrators are responsible for managing and maintaining an organization's computer systems. They may also install and configure software, and troubleshoot hardware and software problems. Completing the course, Implementing and Managing Microsoft Defender for O365, may be useful for such a role, as system administration often requires an understanding of cybersecurity fundamentals.

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Network Administrator

Network Administrators are responsible for managing and maintaining an organization's computer networks. They may also install and configure network equipment, and troubleshoot network problems. Implementing and Managing Microsoft Defender for O365 may be useful for anyone working in this role to understand how to detect threats and implement countermeasures for networks.

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Database Administrator

Database Administrators are responsible for managing and maintaining an organization's databases. They may also implement and manage database security measures. Implementing and Managing Microsoft Defender for O365 could be useful for anyone in this line of work, as they often need to understand how to protect databases from threats.

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Reading list

We've selected four books that we think will supplement your learning. Use these to develop background knowledge, enrich your coursework, and gain a deeper understanding of the topics covered in Implementing and Managing Microsoft Defender for O365.

The Art of Memory Forensics

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Provides a deep dive into memory forensics, which can be useful for incident response and threat hunting using Microsoft Defender for Office 365.

The Art of Memory Forensics: Detecting Malware and...

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Network Forensics

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Provides a comprehensive overview of network forensics, which can be useful for incident response and threat hunting using Microsoft Defender for Office 365.

Network Forensics: Tracking Hackers through...

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Network Forensics: Tracking Hackers through...

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From IT Pro to Cloud Pro Microsoft Office 365 and...

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Provides a comprehensive overview of how to secure SharePoint and OneDrive, including how to use Microsoft Defender for Office 365 to protect your SharePoint and OneDrive data and systems. Helps you understand how to configure and manage Microsoft Defender for Office 365 to protect your data and systems.

From IT Pro to Cloud Pro Microsoft Office 365 and...

Paperback

From IT Pro to Cloud Pro Microsoft Office 365 and...

Kindle Edition