Master the art of defense in the cloud. This course, updated in 2026, prepares you for the AZ-500 exam. It focuses on implementing secure identities, protecting hybrid networks, and fixing vulnerabilities with Microsoft Defender for Cloud and Microsoft Sentinel. You will learn to create a "Zero Trust" environment that keeps enterprise data safe from advanced modern threats.
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By Namifly
Last updated: April 2026
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This course includes:
Zero Trust & Identity Management
Network Security Architecture
Advanced Platform Protection
Data & Application Security
Security Operations with Sentinel
Governance & Compliance
The Retirement Transition (August 2026)
Final Exam Simulation
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Course Description
In the high-stakes landscape of 2026, security is not a feature—it is the foundation. The AZ-500 Azure Security Training at Namifly is designed for engineers who want to go beyond basic configuration to become true "Security Architects."
The 2026 Transition: From AZ-500 to SC-500
The retirement announcement for August 2026 marks a shift in how Microsoft views security. While the upcoming SC-500 will focus heavily on AI Security (protecting LLM endpoints and AI pipelines), the current AZ-500 remains the essential prerequisite for understanding infrastructure security. If you certify now, your Associate title remains valid, and you will possess the fundamental infrastructure knowledge that the new AI security standards are built upon.
The Four Mastery Domains (2026 Exam Weights)
Secure Identity and Access (30–35%): Identity is the new perimeter. You will master Microsoft Entra ID (formerly Azure AD), configuring Conditional Access policies, and managing Privileged Identity Management (PIM) to ensure "Just-In-Time" access. This section is the most heavily weighted, reflecting the industry's move toward a Zero Trust architecture.
Secure Networking (20–25%): Beyond firewalls, you will learn to implement Azure Front Door, Web Application Firewalls (WAF), and Private Links. A critical 2026 focus is on Micro-segmentation—using Network Security Groups (NSGs) and Application Security Groups (ASGs) to isolate workloads and prevent lateral movement during a breach.
Secure Compute, Storage, and Databases (20–25%): Protect your most valuable assets. This involves configuring Azure Key Vault for secret management, implementing Disk Encryption, and securing SQL Databases with Always Encrypted and Dynamic Data Masking. You will also learn to secure containerized workloads in Azure Kubernetes Service (AKS).
Manage Security Operations (25–30%): This is the "Monitoring & Response" hub. You will learn to use Microsoft Defender for Cloud to improve your "Secure Score" and leverage Microsoft Sentinel (SIEM/SOAR) to automate threat hunting. In 2026, this includes using Copilot for Security to analyze complex logs and speed up incident response.
Course Curriculum
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Configuring Microsoft Entra ID and MFA.
Implementing User Risk and Sign-in Risk policies.
Deploying Azure Firewall and Bastion.
Securing Virtual Networks (VNETs) and VPN Gateways.
Securing Virtual Machines, Containers, and Web Apps.
Managing Endpoint security with Microsoft Defender.
Encrypting data at rest and in transit.
Configuring SQL Auditing and Vulnerability Assessment.
Connecting data sources and writing KQL (Kusto) queries.
Creating playbooks for automated incident response.
Using Azure Policy to enforce security standards.
Managing Regulatory Compliance in Defender for Cloud.
Bridging the gap: What you need to know for the upcoming SC-500
24-hour lab-based scenarios and case studies.
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Frequently Asked Questions
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Yes. Microsoft has announced that the AZ-500 will retire on August 31, 2026. It will be replaced by SC-500 (Cloud and AI Security Engineer).
If you are already studying, finish the AZ-500. The fundamental infrastructure security knowledge it provides is essential, and your certification will remain valid on your transcript for years.
Like most Microsoft Associate exams, you need a score of 700 out of 1000.
Yes. Hands-on labs are critical for AZ-500, especially for configuring Microsoft Sentinel and network security rules
