SC-100: Microsoft Cybersecurity Architect

SC-100: Microsoft Cybersecurity Architect is a comprehensive, instructor-led course designed for experienced security professionals who are responsible for designing and evolving cybersecurity strategies and architectures using Microsoft technologies. This course provides deep insights into securing Microsoft 365, Azure, and hybrid environments by leveraging Microsoft security solutions and frameworks.

Participants will learn to design resilient, secure architectures that align with organizational risk management, compliance standards, and industry best practices. The course prepares learners for the Microsoft Certified: Cybersecurity Architect Expert certification and equips them to lead security transformation initiatives.

Audience Profile

This course is ideal for:

• Senior security architects and consultants responsible for designing cybersecurity strategies

• IT security professionals managing enterprise security in Microsoft environments

• Solutions architects focused on integrating Microsoft security technologies

• Professionals preparing for the SC-100 certification exam

Candidates should have extensive knowledge of security concepts, Microsoft security products, and prior experience with Microsoft 365 and Azure security.

Course Outline

Module 1: Designing a Zero Trust Strategy

• Principles and implementation of Zero Trust security

• Designing identity and access management controls

• Securing endpoints, networks, and data

Module 2: Designing Security Operations and Incident Response

• Establishing security monitoring and threat detection

• Integrating Microsoft Sentinel and Defender solutions

• Planning incident response and recovery workflows

Module 3: Designing Data and Application Security

• Protecting data using Microsoft Information Protection

• Designing application security architectures

• Implementing secure collaboration and communication

Module 4: Designing Identity and Access Management Solutions

• Architecting identity governance and privileged access management

• Using Azure Active Directory for secure access

• Integrating multi-factor authentication and conditional access

Module 5: Designing Security for Cloud and Hybrid Environments

• Securing Azure workloads and hybrid infrastructures

• Designing network security and perimeter defenses

• Implementing compliance and regulatory controls

Module 6: Governance, Risk Management, and Compliance

• Designing governance frameworks and policies

• Managing risk assessment and compliance reporting

• Leveraging Microsoft compliance manager and security posture tools

Hands-On Experience

This course includes 40% to 50% hands-on activities, providing practical experience in designing, implementing, and managing secure Microsoft environments to prepare participants for real-world cybersecurity challenges.