AZ-1003: Secure Storage for Azure Files and Azure Blob Storage
Last Updated: 06-06-2025
The AZ-1003 course is designed for cloud professionals, system administrators, and IT security specialists who want to master the implementation of secure storage solutions using Azure Files and Azure Blob Storage. As organizations increasingly rely on cloud storage, ensuring the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of data is critical.
In this course, you’ll learn best practices for securing Azure Storage accounts, configuring access control, implementing data encryption, and integrating storage with Azure Active Directory and network security. You’ll also explore how to manage storage lifecycle policies and protect sensitive data across hybrid and cloud-native environments.
Whether you're preparing for advanced cloud security roles or optimizing your Azure storage infrastructure, the AZ-1003 course equips you with the tools and techniques to build scalable, compliant, and secure cloud storage architectures.
Basic understanding of cloud storage concepts and Azure storage services such as Azure Blob Storage, Azure Files, and Azure Storage Accounts.
Familiarity with Azure Active Directory (AAD), identity management, and role-based access control (RBAC).
Some experience with Azure networking concepts and services like Azure Virtual Networks (VNets), Network Security Groups (NSGs), and Azure Firewall.
Knowledge of data encryption techniques, including server-side encryption (SSE) and Azure Key Vault, is recommended but not required.
Learning Objectives
By the end of the AZ-1003: Secure Storage for Azure Files and Azure Blob Storage course, you will be able to:
Configure and manage Azure Files and Azure Blob Storage solutions, including setting up storage accounts, containers, and shares.
Implement identity and access management (IAM) using Azure Active Directory (AAD) and Azure RBAC to control access to storage resources.
Apply encryption techniques to ensure data at rest and in transit is protected, including using Azure Storage Service Encryption (SSE) and Azure Key Vault for encryption key management.
Use Azure Private Link and Virtual Networks to securely connect Azure Blob Storage and Azure Files to internal applications while preventing public internet exposure.
Configure Azure Firewall and Network Security Groups (NSGs) to limit storage account access to trusted sources and secure network environments.
Implement Azure Backup for Azure Files and Blob Storage, ensuring business continuity and compliance with disaster recovery practices.
Set up Azure Monitoring to track security-related events and manage storage usage, including integrating Azure Security Center for threat detection and alerts.
Understand how to comply with industry standards and regulations, such as GDPR, HIPAA, and ISO 27001, when securing storage data in Azure.
Securely share and manage large files with Azure Blob Storage’s Azure Blob Access Tiers, controlling costs and access levels.
Implement cross-region replication and geo-redundant storage to ensure high availability and data durability while maintaining security controls.
Target Audience
This course is ideal for:
Azure administrators and cloud engineers looking to deepen their understanding of securing Azure’s storage solutions.
IT professionals seeking to learn how to protect Azure Files and Blob Storage from unauthorized access and threats.
Cloud architects who need to design and implement secure storage solutions in Microsoft Azure for sensitive data.
Security professionals responsible for securing cloud environments and ensuring compliance with data protection standards in Azure.
Developers working with Azure storage services who want to ensure the security and integrity of data within their applications.
Course Modules
Module 1: Create and Configure Storage Accounts
This module covers the creation and initial configuration of storage accounts. The hands-on experience for this module is Lab_01: Create and configure storage accounts (20 mins).
Module 2: Create and Configure Blob Storage
This module focuses on setting up and managing blob storage. You'll gain practical skills through Lab_02a and Lab_02b: Create and configure blob storage (40 mins).
Module 3: Create and Configure Files and Storage Networking
This module delves into configuring file shares and integrating with storage networking. The practical application is found in Lab_03: Create and configure files and storage networking (30 mins).
Module 4: Security and Access
This module addresses critical security aspects, including encryption and secure application access. There isn't a specific lab number provided for this module, but it encompasses the tasks to create and configure encryption and secure app access.
Trustpilot
What Our Learners Are Saying
The training, courseware, and lab experience were insightful and valuable. Keep up the great work and
learning experience!
Nitish A. Anand – Accenture
Course: SC-200: Microsoft Security Operations Analyst
Date: 15th Jan 2025
The instructor was professional and very content.
Justine Daudi Mlimbilah – Bank of Africa, Tanzania
Course: MD-102: Microsoft 365 Endpoint Administrator
Date: 20th Dec 2024
The instructor was so knowledgeable & humble. Rare to find someone so confident but so down to earth these
days. So appreciative to him.”
Mohd. Hassan – Ministry of Finance, UAE
Course: AZ-700: Designing and Implementing Microsoft Azure Networking Solutions
Date: 31st July 2024
Instructor is experienced and knowledgeable in guiding.
Dharshini Mahalaxmi – Dr. MGR Education and Research Institute, Chennai, India
Course: SC-300: Microsoft Identity and Access Administrator
Date: 4th May 2024
Course Prerequisites
Learning Objectives
Target Audience
Course Modules