About Me
Azure Security Engineer Associate (AZ-500)
1 Manage Identity and Access
1-1 Implement and manage Azure Active Directory (Azure AD)
1-1 1 Configure Azure AD users and groups
1-1 2 Manage Azure AD roles and role-based access control (RBAC)
1-1 3 Implement and manage Azure AD identity protection
1-1 4 Configure and manage Azure AD conditional access policies
1-1 5 Implement and manage Azure AD Privileged Identity Management (PIM)
1-1 6 Configure and manage Azure AD B2B and B2C
1-1 7 Implement and manage Azure AD Connect
1-1 8 Configure and manage Azure AD Domain Services
1-2 Implement and manage hybrid identity
1-2 1 Configure and manage Azure AD Connect
1-2 2 Implement and manage password hash synchronization
1-2 3 Implement and manage pass-through authentication
1-2 4 Implement and manage federation
1-2 5 Configure and manage Azure AD Connect Health
1-3 Implement and manage multi-factor authentication (MFA)
1-3 1 Configure and manage Azure AD MFA
1-3 2 Implement and manage conditional access policies with MFA
1-3 3 Configure and manage MFA for on-premises users
1-4 Implement and manage Azure role-based access control (RBAC)
1-4 1 Configure and manage Azure RBAC roles and assignments
1-4 2 Implement and manage custom roles
1-4 3 Configure and manage resource locks
1-4 4 Implement and manage Azure Blueprints
1-5 Implement and manage Azure AD Privileged Identity Management (PIM)
1-5 1 Configure and manage PIM roles and assignments
1-5 2 Implement and manage PIM alerts and reports
1-5 3 Configure and manage PIM access reviews
2 Implement Platform Protection
2-1 Implement and manage network security
2-1 1 Configure and manage Azure Firewall
2-1 2 Implement and manage Azure DDoS protection
2-1 3 Configure and manage network security groups (NSGs)
2-1 4 Implement and manage Azure Network Watcher
2-1 5 Configure and manage Azure Bastion
2-1 6 Implement and manage Azure Private Link
2-1 7 Configure and manage Azure VPN Gateway
2-1 8 Implement and manage Azure ExpressRoute
2-2 Implement and manage storage security
2-2 1 Configure and manage Azure Storage account security
2-2 2 Implement and manage Azure Storage encryption
2-2 3 Configure and manage Azure Storage access control
2-2 4 Implement and manage Azure Storage firewalls and virtual networks
2-2 5 Configure and manage Azure Storage service encryption
2-3 Implement and manage virtual machine security
2-3 1 Configure and manage virtual machine (VM) security
2-3 2 Implement and manage VM encryption
2-3 3 Configure and manage VM access control
2-3 4 Implement and manage VM security baselines
2-3 5 Configure and manage VM extensions for security
2-4 Implement and manage container security
2-4 1 Configure and manage Azure Kubernetes Service (AKS) security
2-4 2 Implement and manage container image security
2-4 3 Configure and manage container registry security
2-4 4 Implement and manage container network security
2-5 Implement and manage application security
2-5 1 Configure and manage Azure Web Application Firewall (WAF)
2-5 2 Implement and manage Azure Application Gateway security
2-5 3 Configure and manage Azure Front Door security
2-5 4 Implement and manage Azure API Management security
3 Manage Security Operations
3-1 Implement and manage security monitoring
3-1 1 Configure and manage Azure Security Center
3-1 2 Implement and manage Azure Sentinel
3-1 3 Configure and manage Azure Monitor
3-1 4 Implement and manage Azure Log Analytics
3-1 5 Configure and manage Azure Activity Log
3-2 Implement and manage threat detection
3-2 1 Configure and manage Azure Advanced Threat Protection (ATP)
3-2 2 Implement and manage Azure Defender
3-2 3 Configure and manage Azure Security Center alerts
3-2 4 Implement and manage Azure Sentinel alerts
3-3 Implement and manage incident response
3-3 1 Configure and manage Azure Security Center incident response
3-3 2 Implement and manage Azure Sentinel incident response
3-3 3 Configure and manage Azure Automation for incident response
3-3 4 Implement and manage Azure Key Vault for incident response
3-4 Implement and manage compliance and governance
3-4 1 Configure and manage Azure Policy
3-4 2 Implement and manage Azure Blueprints
3-4 3 Configure and manage Azure Security Center compliance
3-4 4 Implement and manage Azure Information Protection (AIP)
4 Secure Data and Applications
4-1 Implement and manage encryption
4-1 1 Configure and manage Azure Key Vault
4-1 2 Implement and manage Azure Disk Encryption
4-1 3 Configure and manage Azure Storage encryption
4-1 4 Implement and manage Azure SQL Database encryption
4-1 5 Configure and manage Azure Cosmos DB encryption
4-2 Implement and manage data protection
4-2 1 Configure and manage Azure Backup
4-2 2 Implement and manage Azure Site Recovery
4-2 3 Configure and manage Azure Storage lifecycle management
4-2 4 Implement and manage Azure Information Protection (AIP)
4-3 Implement and manage application security
4-3 1 Configure and manage Azure Web Application Firewall (WAF)
4-3 2 Implement and manage Azure Application Gateway security
4-3 3 Configure and manage Azure Front Door security
4-3 4 Implement and manage Azure API Management security
4-4 Implement and manage identity and access for applications
4-4 1 Configure and manage Azure AD authentication for applications
4-4 2 Implement and manage OAuth2 and OpenID Connect
4-4 3 Configure and manage Azure AD B2B and B2C
4-4 4 Implement and manage Azure AD Conditional Access for applications
4-5 Implement and manage security for serverless computing
4-5 1 Configure and manage Azure Functions security
4-5 2 Implement and manage Azure Logic Apps security
4-5 3 Configure and manage Azure Event Grid security
4-5 4 Implement and manage Azure Service Bus security
Implement and Manage Azure Blueprints

Implement and Manage Azure Blueprints

Key Concepts

Detailed Explanation

Azure Blueprints

Azure Blueprints is a service that allows organizations to define a repeatable set of Azure resources and policies that adhere to their organizational standards, patterns, and requirements. It enables consistent and compliant environments to be quickly deployed and managed.

Artifacts

Artifacts are the individual components that make up a blueprint. These can include resource templates, role assignments, policy assignments, and resource groups. Each artifact contributes to the overall configuration and governance of the environment.

Blueprint Definitions

Blueprint Definitions are the core of Azure Blueprints. They are the templates that define the set of artifacts to be deployed and the relationships between them. A blueprint definition can be reused across different subscriptions and management groups.

Blueprint Assignments

Blueprint Assignments are the process of applying a blueprint definition to a specific scope, such as a subscription or management group. Once assigned, the blueprint will deploy and configure the defined artifacts, ensuring that the environment meets the specified standards and policies.

Versioning

Versioning in Azure Blueprints allows for the management of different versions of a blueprint definition. This is useful when updates or changes are made to the blueprint, as it allows for controlled deployment and rollback if necessary. Each version of a blueprint can be independently assigned and managed.

Examples and Analogies

Example: Azure Blueprints

Imagine Azure Blueprints as a construction blueprint for building a house. The blueprint outlines all the necessary components, such as the foundation, walls, and roof, ensuring that the house is built according to the architect's specifications.

Example: Artifacts

Think of artifacts as the individual parts of the house, such as the doors, windows, and plumbing fixtures. Each artifact is essential for the complete construction of the house and must be installed according to the blueprint.

Example: Blueprint Definitions

Consider a blueprint definition as the detailed architectural plan that includes all the specifications for the house. This plan can be reused to build multiple houses, ensuring consistency and adherence to the architect's vision.

Example: Blueprint Assignments

Blueprint assignments are like the construction crew following the blueprint to build the house on a specific plot of land. The crew ensures that all the artifacts are installed correctly, resulting in a fully constructed and compliant house.

Example: Versioning

Versioning is akin to updating the architectural plan to include new features or improvements. Each version of the plan can be used to build new houses, while older versions can still be referenced for existing constructions, ensuring flexibility and control.

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