Security Engineer
Overview
A security engineer focuses on protecting computer systems, networks, and data from cybersecurity threats. They design and implement security measures, such as firewalls, encryption, and intrusion detection systems, to safeguard information and prevent unauthorized access. Security engineers conduct vulnerability assessments, respond to security incidents, and continuously monitor and improve the security posture of an organization's IT infrastructure. This role requires expertise in cybersecurity principles, knowledge of security technologies and tools, and the ability to stay updated with emerging threats and trends in the field.
Microsoft skills
azure
entra-id
entra
azure-arc
azure-automation
defender-for-cloud
azure-disk-encryption
azure-files
azure-monitor
azure-policy
Relevant certifications
Certification
Microsoft Certified: Identity and Access Administrator Associate
Certification
Microsoft Certified: Windows Server Hybrid Administrator Associate
Certification
Microsoft Certified: Azure Security Engineer Associate
Certification
Microsoft Certified: Cybersecurity Architect Expert
Certification
Microsoft Certified: Security, Compliance, and Identity Fundamentals
All learning paths
48 path(s) found
Learning Path
Implement security through a pipeline using Azure DevOps
7 hours
intermediate
Devops · Cloud Computing
Learning Path
Enhance endpoint security with Microsoft Intune and Microsoft Copilot for Security
1 hour
beginner
Asset Management · Cloud Computing
Learning Path
Implement resource management security in Azure
2 hours
beginner · intermediate
Security
Learning Path
AZ-400: Implement security and validate code bases for compliance
1 hour
advanced
Compliance
Learning Path
SC-100: Design security solutions for infrastructure
6 hours
advanced
No core subjects
Learning Path
Windows Server file servers and storage management
4 hours
intermediate
Storage
Learning Path
Manage security operations in Azure
5 hours
beginner · intermediate
Security
Learning Path
AZ-500: Manage security operations
5 hours
intermediate
Cloud Security
Learning Path
AZ-500: Secure networking
3 hours
intermediate
Information Protection Governance
Learning Path
Active Directory Domain Services
4 hours
intermediate
Identity Access
Learning Path
Manage identity and access in Microsoft Entra ID
3 hours
beginner · intermediate
Identity Access
Learning Path
DevOps foundations: The core principles and practices
3 hours
beginner
Devops · Cloud Computing
Learning Path
SC-300: Plan and implement an identity governance strategy
4 hours
intermediate
Identity Access
Learning Path
Accelerate cloud adoption with the Microsoft Cloud Adoption Framework for Azure
10 hours
beginner
Cloud Computing
Learning Path
Get started with Microsoft Copilot for Security
7 hours
beginner
Security · Artificial Intelligence
Learning Path
Implement network security in Azure
4 hours
beginner · intermediate
Security
Learning Path
Azure Stack HCI foundations
2 hours
beginner
Cloud Computing
Learning Path
Windows Server high availability
3 hours
intermediate
Virtual Machine
Learning Path
Monitor hybrid virtual machines, containers, and network resources
2 hours
beginner
Cloud Computing · Infrastructure
Learning Path
AZ-400: Implement continuous feedback
3 hours
advanced
Change Management · Devops
Learning Path
Operate and maintain Azure Stack HCI
3 hours
intermediate
Data Engineering · Virtual Machine
Learning Path
AZ-400: Manage infrastructure as code using Azure and DSC
3 hours
advanced
Architecture · Cloud Computing
Learning Path
Develop a security and compliance plan
6 hours
beginner
Information Protection Governance · Site Reliability Engineering
Learning Path
AZ-400: Design and implement a release strategy
7 hours
advanced
Change Management
Learning Path
SC-300: Implement an Authentication and Access Management solution
3 hours
intermediate
Identity Access
Learning Path
AZ-400: Implement a secure continuous deployment using Azure Pipelines
3 hours
advanced
Cloud Computing · Data Engineering
Learning Path
SC-100: Design solutions that align with security best practices and priorities
5 hours
advanced
No core subjects
Learning Path
AZ-400: Design and implement a dependency management strategy
2 hours
advanced
Change Management · Devops
Learning Path
SC-300: Implement an identity management solution
4 hours
intermediate
Identity Access
Learning Path
Introduce DevOps Dojo: Create efficiencies that support your business
2 hours
beginner
Devops
Learning Path
AZ-400: Implement CI with Azure Pipelines and GitHub Actions
6 hours
advanced
No core subjects
Learning Path
AZ-400: Development for enterprise DevOps
6 hours
advanced
Devops
Learning Path
Threat Modeling Security Fundamentals
3 hours
beginner · intermediate
Threat Protection
Learning Path
SC-100: Design security solutions for applications and data
4 hours
advanced
No core subjects
Learning Path
Windows Server Hyper-V and Virtualization
5 hours
intermediate
Virtual Machine
Learning Path
SC-300: Implement Access Management for Apps
2 hours
intermediate
Identity Access
Learning Path
Secure your cloud applications in Azure
4 hours
beginner · intermediate · advanced
Cloud Security
Learning Path
SC-100: Design security operations, identity, and compliance capabilities
6 hours
advanced
No core subjects
Learning Path
Secure Azure services and workloads with Microsoft Defender for Cloud regulatory compliance controls
10 hours
intermediate
No core subjects
Learning Path
AZ-500: Manage identity and access
6 hours
intermediate
Identity Access
Learning Path
AZ-500: Secure compute, storage, and databases
3 hours
intermediate
Cloud Security
Learning Path
Implement virtual machine host security in Azure
6 hours
beginner · intermediate
Virtual Machine · Cloud Security
Learning Path
Learn how Microsoft supports cloud adoption as part of a cybersecurity solution
0 hours
beginner
Cloud Computing · Cloud Security
Learning Path
MS-101 Manage content search and investigations in Microsoft 365
3 hours
intermediate
Compliance · Data Management
Learning Path
Protect on-premises identities with Microsoft Defender for Cloud for Identity
0 hours
beginner
Cloud Security · Threat Protection
Learning Path
Learn how Microsoft supports secure software development as part of a cybersecurity solution
5 hours
beginner
Threat Protection
Learning Path
Learn how Microsoft supports data discovery, classification, and protection as part of a cybersecurity solution
4 hours
beginner
Information Protection Governance
Learning Path
Learn how Microsoft supports using multifactor authentication as part of a cybersecurity solution
2 hours
beginner
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