SC-900: Microsoft Security, Compliance, and Identity Fundamentals
Last Updated: 08-04-2026
In today’s digital landscape, understanding the fundamentals of security, compliance, and identity is essential for professionals across all industries. The SC-900: Microsoft Security, Compliance, and Identity Fundamentals course is designed to provide a clear, accessible introduction to Microsoft’s core security solutions. Whether you're new to cybersecurity or aiming to build foundational knowledge, this beginner-level course is the ideal starting point.
Through guided lessons and practical insights, you’ll explore key concepts such as identity and access management, compliance controls, and Microsoft’s approach to threat protection. You’ll also gain an understanding of how tools like Microsoft 365 Defender, Azure Security Center, and Microsoft Entra help organizations stay secure and compliant.
By the end of this course, you’ll be well-prepared to take the SC-900 exam and take the first step toward a career in Microsoft security and compliance.
This course is designed for beginners, and no prior experience with Microsoft security or cloud technologies is required. However, the following are recommended to get the most from the training:
Basic IT Knowledge: Familiarity with basic IT concepts like networking, operating systems, and cloud computing.
Cloud Computing Basics: Understanding of cloud services (SaaS, PaaS, IaaS) and how cloud environments differ from traditional IT setups.
Basic Security Understanding: Familiarity with fundamental security concepts such as encryption, identity management, and access control.
Interest in Microsoft Technologies: A general interest in learning about Microsoft 365, Azure, and Azure Active Directory (Azure AD).
Learning Objectives
The SC-900 course provides an introduction to Microsoft’s security, compliance, and identity solutions. Designed for beginners, this training will help you understand the key concepts and tools Microsoft offers to secure data, manage identities, and ensure compliance across cloud and on-premises environments.
Throughout the course, you'll explore:
Microsoft Security Overview: Understand core security principles and Microsoft’s approach to protecting data and privacy.
Identity and Access Management: Learn how to manage identities with Microsoft Entra ID (Azure AD) and implement multi-factor authentication (MFA), conditional access, and role-based access control (RBAC).
Compliance Solutions: Discover tools like the Microsoft Compliance Center for managing regulatory compliance and privacy requirements (e.g., GDPR).
Threat Protection: Understand how Microsoft Defender and Microsoft Sentinel help protect against threats and detect security risks.
Data Protection: Explore methods for safeguarding sensitive information using encryption, data classification, and data loss prevention (DLP).
By the end of the course, you'll have a foundational understanding of Microsoft’s security and compliance tools, preparing you to take the SC-900 certification exam and gain the skills needed to help secure your organization’s cloud environment.
Target Audience
IT Professionals
Business Professionals
Aspiring Security Analysts
Microsoft Certification Candidates
Course Modules
Learning Path 1: Describe the Concepts of Security, Compliance, and Identity
Describe Security and Compliance Concepts
Describe Identity Concepts
Learning Path 2: Describe the Capabilities of Microsoft Entra
Describe Function and Identity Types of Microsoft Entra ID
Describe Authentication Capabilities of Microsoft Entra ID
Describe Access Management Capabilities of Microsoft Entra ID
Describe Identity Protection and Governance Capabilities of Microsoft Entra
Learning Path 3: Describe the Capabilities of Microsoft Security Solutions
Describe Core Infrastructure Security Services in Azure
Describe Security Management Capabilities of Azure
Describe Security Capabilities of Microsoft Sentinel
Describe Threat Protection with Microsoft Defender XDR
Learning Path 4: Describe the Capabilities of Microsoft Compliance Solutions
Describe Microsoft Service Trust Portal and Privacy Principles
Describe Compliance Management Capabilities of Microsoft Purview
Describe Information Protection, Data Lifecycle Management, and Data Governance Capabilities in Microsoft Purview
Describe Insider Risk, eDiscovery, and Audit Capabilities in Microsoft Purview
Course FAQs
Yes! The training includes interactive labs, real-world scenarios, and quizzes to reinforce learning.
SC-900 is entry-level and beginner-friendly. It focuses on fundamental security, compliance, and identity concepts rather than deep technical knowledge.
Yes! SC-900 is designed for both technical and non-technical professionals who want to understand Microsoft security and compliance solutions.
No, SC-900 is not a prerequisite for other security exams like AZ-500, SC-200, SC-300, or SC-401, but it provides a strong foundation for those certifications.
No, but hands-on experience in Microsoft security solutions (like Defender, Sentinel, and Entra ID) will help reinforce concepts and improve your understanding.
No, the SC-900 exam is not open-book. You cannot use external materials or search the internet during the exam.
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