Microsoft Sentinel Skills

Overview

This course features Coursera Coach! A smarter way to learn with interactive, real-time conversations that help you test your knowledge, challenge assumptions, and deepen your understanding as you progress through the course. In this comprehensive course, you will master Microsoft Sentinel, a powerful cloud-native security information and event management (SIEM) solution. You’ll begin by understanding the architecture of Sentinel, including its roles and permissions, prerequisites, and cost structures. By the end of this section, you'll be able to set up and manage the foundational aspects of Sentinel, preparing you for its deployment and management. The course then guides you through the deployment process, including onboarding and familiarizing yourself with the platform’s interface. As you progress to the "How Do I?" section, you’ll dive deep into real-world security scenarios. Learn how to deploy out-of-the-box content, integrate threat intelligence platforms, and utilize Azure Monitor Workbooks to enhance your security operations. You'll also develop the skills to create custom analytics rules, anomaly detection rules, and configure advanced multi-stage attack detection. This course is designed for IT professionals and security experts who want to enhance their ability to manage security monitoring and detection in Microsoft Sentinel. It’s suitable for those with some familiarity with security systems but who may be new to Sentinel itself.

Syllabus

Architecture

In this module, we will introduce the core components of Microsoft Sentinel’s architecture, covering prerequisites for setup, necessary roles and permissions, and how to manage costs and billing. This foundation will help you understand how Sentinel is structured and the elements that need to be considered for effective deployment and usage.

Deployment

In this module, we will guide you through the process of onboarding Microsoft Sentinel and getting acquainted with its interface. You will learn essential steps for seamless deployment and begin exploring the platform’s capabilities for enhanced security management.

How Do I?

In this module, we will cover key practical tasks you can perform within Microsoft Sentinel, from deploying out-of-the-box content and integrating threat intelligence platforms to creating custom analytics rules and configuring advanced detection features like UEBA and Fusion rules. This hands-on approach ensures you're equipped to customize and optimize Sentinel for your organization’s security needs.