SC-200T00: Defend against cyberthreats with Microsoft’s security operations platform

This intermediate course gives security professionals the skills to investigate, respond to and hunt for threats with Microsoft’s security operations platform. You’ll work with Microsoft Sentinel, Defender XDR, Defender for Cloud and Security Copilot, use Kusto Query Language (KQL) to detect and analyse threats, configure security tools and apply incident response best practices. It prepares you for the Microsoft Certified: Security Operations Analyst Associate (SC-200) exam.

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Duration
32 hours (4 days)
Modules
10 Modules
Course type
Microsoft

Course Overview

This intermediate-level course equips security professionals with the skills to investigate, respond to, and hunt for threats using Microsoft Sentinel, Defender XDR, Defender for Cloud, and Security Copilot. Learners will use Kusto Query Language (KQL) for threat detection and analysis, configure security tools, and apply best practices for incident response. The course prepares candidates for the SC-200 certification.

Before You Begin

  • Experience with Microsoft 365 and Azure security tools
  • Familiarity with threat protection and incident response
  • Basic understanding of KQL and log analytics
  • Knowledge of cloud security concepts and operations

Key outcomes

  • Detect and Investigate Threats Use Microsoft Sentinel to identify and analyze security risks.
  • Respond with Defender and Copilot Handle incidents using XDR and AI-powered assistance.
  • Analyze Data with KQL Query security logs and events using Kusto Query Language.
  • Secure Cloud Workloads Monitor and protect resources with Defender for Cloud.

Tools you’ll use

Azure Portal
Azure Portal
Microsoft Security Copilot
Microsoft Security Copilot
Microsoft Defender for Cloud
Microsoft Defender XDR
Microsoft Sentinel
Microsoft Sentinel
Kusto Query Language (KQL)
Kusto Query Language (KQL)
Microsoft Defender for Cloud
Microsoft Defender for Cloud

Skills you’ll gain

  • Threat Investigation with Sentinel
  • Incident Response via XDR
  • KQL-Based Detection
  • Threat Reporting Queries
  • Cloud Environment Monitoring
  • Defender for Cloud Integration
  • AI-Driven Security Insights
  • Security Copilot Utilization

What You’ll Learn

10 modules
1Lesson 1: SC-200 – Mitigate Threats Using Microsoft Defender XDR
Module 1: Introduction to Microsoft Defender XDR Threat Protection Module 2: Mitigate Incidents Using Microsoft Defender Module 3: Remediate Risks with Microsoft Defender for Office 365 Module 4: Manage Microsoft Entra Identity Protection Module 5: Safeguard Your Environment with Microsoft Defender for Identity Module 6: Secure Your Cloud Apps and Services with Microsoft Defender for Cloud Apps
2Lesson 2: SC-200 – Mitigate Threats Using Microsoft Security Copilot
Module 1: Fundamentals of Generative AI Module 2: Describe Microsoft Security Copilot Module 3: Describe the Core Features of Microsoft Security Copilot Module 4: Describe the Embedded Experiences of Microsoft Security Copilot Module 5: Explore Use Cases of Microsoft Security Copilot
3Lesson 3: SC-200 – Mitigate Threats Using Microsoft Purview
Module 1: Respond to Data Loss Prevention Alerts Using Microsoft 365 Module 2: Manage Insider Risk in Microsoft Purview Module 3: Search and Investigate with Microsoft Purview Audit Module 4: Investigate Threats with Content Search in Microsoft Purview
4Lesson 4: SC-200 – Mitigate Threats Using Microsoft Defender for Endpoint
Module 1: Protect Against Threats with Microsoft Defender for Endpoint Module 2: Deploy the Microsoft Defender for Endpoint Environment Module 3: Implement Windows Security Enhancements with Microsoft Defender for Endpoint Module 4: Perform Device Investigations in Microsoft Defender for Endpoint Module 5: Perform Actions on a Device Using Microsoft Defender for Endpoint Module 6: Perform Evidence and Entities Investigations Using Microsoft Defender for Endpoint Module 7: Configure and Manage Automation Using Microsoft Defender for Endpoint Module 8: Configure for Alerts and Detections in Microsoft Defender for Endpoint Module 9: Utilize Vulnerability Management in Microsoft Defender for Endpoint
5Lesson 5: SC-200 – Mitigate Threats Using Microsoft Defender for Cloud
Module 1: Plan for Cloud Workload Protections Using Microsoft Defender for Cloud Module 2: Connect Azure Assets to Microsoft Defender for Cloud Module 3: Connect Non-Azure Resources to Microsoft Defender for Cloud Module 4: Manage Your Cloud Security Posture Management Module 5: Explain Cloud Workload Protections in Microsoft Defender for Cloud Module 6: Remediate Security Alerts Using Microsoft Defender for Cloud
6Lesson 6: SC-200 – Create Queries for Microsoft Sentinel Using Kusto Query Language (KQL)
Module 1: Construct KQL Statements for Microsoft Sentinel Module 2: Analyze Query Results Using KQL Module 3: Build Multi-Table Statements Using KQL Module 4: Work with Data in Microsoft Sentinel Using Kusto Query Language
7Lesson 7: SC-200 – Configure Your Microsoft Sentinel Environment
Module 1: Introduction to Microsoft Sentinel Module 2: Create and Manage Microsoft Sentinel Workspaces Module 3: Query Logs in Microsoft Sentinel Module 4: Use Watchlists in Microsoft Sentinel Module 5: Utilize Threat Intelligence in Microsoft Sentinel Module 6: Integrate Microsoft Defender XDR with Microsoft Sentinel
8Lesson 8: SC-200 – Connect Logs to Microsoft Sentinel
Module 1: Connect Data to Microsoft Sentinel Using Data Connectors Module 2: Connect Microsoft Services to Microsoft Sentinel Module 3: Connect Microsoft Defender XDR to Microsoft Sentinel Module 4: Connect Windows Hosts to Microsoft Sentinel Module 5: Connect Common Event Format Logs to Microsoft Sentinel Module 6: Connect Syslog Data Sources to Microsoft Sentinel Module 7: Connect Threat Indicators to Microsoft Sentinel
9Lesson 9: SC-200 – Create Detections and Perform Investigations Using Microsoft Sentinel
Module 1: Threat Detection with Microsoft Sentinel Analytics Module 2: Automation in Microsoft Sentinel Module 3: Threat Response with Microsoft Sentinel Playbooks Module 4: Security Incident Management in Microsoft Sentinel Module 5: Identify Threats with Behavioral Analytics Module 6: Data Normalization in Microsoft Sentinel Module 7: Query, Visualize, and Monitor Data in Microsoft Sentinel Module 8: Manage Content in Microsoft Sentinel
10Lesson 10: SC-200 – Perform Threat Hunting in Microsoft Sentinel
Module 1: Explain Threat Hunting Concepts in Microsoft Sentinel Module 2: Threat Hunting with Microsoft Sentinel Module 3: Use Search Jobs in Microsoft Sentinel Module 4: Hunt for Threats Using Notebooks in Microsoft Sentinel

Certification & Credentials

SC-200T00_ Defend against cyberthreats with Microsoft's security operations platform
Certificate track
32 hours (4 days)

Target Audience

Intended roles

  • Cybersecurity Engineer

Frequently asked questions

Is this course suitable for beginners in cybersecurity?
No, it’s designed for professionals with security operations experience.
What certification does this course support?
It supports the Security Operations Analyst Associate certification.
Will I learn how to use KQL?
Yes, KQL is a core part of threat detection and analysis.
Are AI tools like Security Copilot covered?
Yes, Security Copilot is integrated into the course content.
Can I take this course online?
Yes, both instructor-led and self-paced formats are available.
Duration

32 hours (4 days)

Modules

10 Modules

Course type

Microsoft

Category

Microsoft

Intended roles

Cybersecurity Engineer

Prerequisites

Experience with Microsoft 365 and Azure security tools, Familiarity with threat protection and incident response, Basic understanding of KQL and log analytics, Knowledge of cloud security concepts and operations

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