Microsoft
AZ-500 - Microsoft Certified: Azure Security Engineer Associate
Validates skills in implementing security controls and threat protection, managing identity and access, and protecting data, applications, and networks in cloud and hybrid environments as part of end-to-end infrastructure.
300+Questions
4Domains
9Competencies
Time Limit
120 minutes
Passing Score
70%
Question Bank
300+
Exam Domains
This exam covers 4 domains with 9 competencies. Each domain is weighted to reflect its importance on the actual exam.
1
Secure Identity and Access
This domain focuses on managing security controls related to identity and access within Azure environments.
0.175%
Weight
2 Competencies
- Manage Microsoft Entra Application Access and Managed Identities
- Manage Security Controls for Identity and Access
2
Secure Networking
This domain covers the implementation and management of security measures for Azure networking.
0.225%
Weight
2 Competencies
- Plan and Implement Security for Virtual Networks
- Secure VPN Connectivity and Encryption
3
Secure Compute, Storage, and Databases
This domain focuses on securing compute resources, storage solutions, and databases within Azure.
0.225%
Weight
2 Competencies
- Plan and Implement Security for Storage
- Plan and Implement Advanced Security for Compute
4
Secure Azure Using Microsoft Defender for Cloud and Microsoft Sentinel
This domain involves securing Azure environments using Microsoft Defender for Cloud and Microsoft Sentinel.
0.35%
Weight
3 Competencies
- Configure and Manage Security Monitoring and Automation Solutions
- Manage Security Posture Using Microsoft Defender for Cloud
- Configure and Manage Threat Protection Using Microsoft Defender for Cloud
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