Microsoft Certified: Information Security Administrator Associate
Duration: 4 days
Course Overview
This course prepares you to implement data security and compliance strategies for sensitive information across Microsoft 365 and AI‑powered environments using Microsoft Purview. Learn to deploy protection, retention, DLP, and insider risk controls to minimize risks and safeguard organizational data.
Audience Profile
This course is designed for security professionals who plan, implement, and manage information protection in Microsoft 365. You are responsible for protecting sensitive data, mitigating internal and external risks, and responding to security incidents. You work with governance, compliance, and IT teams to operationalize security policies and controls.
Learning Objectives
By the end of this course, you will be able to:
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Classify, label, and protect data in Microsoft 365 and on‑premises.
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Implement and monitor DLP policies across endpoints, cloud apps, and services.
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Manage retention policies and data lifecycle governance.
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Detect, investigate, and respond to insider risks and DLP alerts.
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Protect data processed by AI tools and govern AI‑related risks.
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Conduct audits and eDiscovery investigations in Microsoft Purview.
Certification Exam
This course prepares you for the SC‑401: Microsoft Information Protection Administrator exam.
Prerequisites
To succeed in this course, you should have:
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Familiarity with Microsoft Purview compliance features
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Foundational knowledge of Microsoft 365 security and governance
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Basic understanding of information protection and data security concepts
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Experience working with Microsoft 365 workloads and administrative portals
What’s included?
- Authorized Courseware
- Intensive Hands on Skills Development with an Experienced Subject Matter Expert
- Hands-on practice on real Servers and extended lab support 1.800.482.3172
- Examination Vouchers & Onsite Certification Testing- (excluding Adobe and PMP Boot Camps)
- Academy Code of Honor: Test Pass Guarantee
- Optional: Package for Hotel Accommodations, Lunch and Transportation
Training Solutions
With several convenient training delivery methods offered, The Academy makes getting the training you need easy. Whether you prefer to learn in a classroom or an online live learning virtual environment, training videos hosted online, and private group classes hosted at your site. We offer expert instruction to individuals, government agencies, non-profits, and corporations. Our live classes, on-sites, and online training videos all feature certified instructors who teach a detailed curriculum and share their expertise and insights with trainees. No matter how you prefer to receive the training, you can count on The Academy for an engaging and effective learning experience.
Methods
- Instructor-Led (the best training format we offer)
- Live Online Classroom – Online Instructor-Led
- Self-Paced Video
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| Start | Finish | Public Price | Public Enroll | Private Price | Private Enroll |
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| 5/12/2025 | 5/15/2025 | ||||
| 6/2/2025 | 6/5/2025 | ||||
| 6/23/2025 | 6/26/2025 | ||||
| 7/14/2025 | 7/17/2025 | ||||
| 8/4/2025 | 8/7/2025 | ||||
| 8/25/2025 | 8/28/2025 | ||||
| 9/15/2025 | 9/18/2025 | ||||
| 10/6/2025 | 10/9/2025 | ||||
| 10/27/2025 | 10/30/2025 | ||||
| 11/17/2025 | 11/20/2025 | ||||
| 12/8/2025 | 12/11/2025 | ||||
| 12/29/2025 | 1/1/2026 |
Module 1: Protect Sensitive Data
Understand data protection challenges, Zero Trust, classification, and insider threats.
Module 2: Data Classification
Classify and monitor sensitive information with built‑in and custom types.
Module 3: Sensitivity Labels
Create, configure, and apply sensitivity labels across Microsoft 365.
Module 4: On‑Premises Data Protection
Protect on‑premises files with scanners and DLP policies.
Module 5: Encryption
Learn how Microsoft 365 data is encrypted and secure email with message encryption.
Module 6: Data Loss Prevention (DLP)
Implement and manage DLP policies for cloud, endpoints, and apps.
Module 7: Insider Risk Management
Set up policies, investigate alerts, and manage insider risks.
Module 8: AI Data Protection
Govern and secure AI‑processed and AI‑generated data.
Module 9: Data Retention
Implement retention labels, policies, and data recovery.
Module 10: Auditing and eDiscovery
Audit user activity and perform content searches for investigations.
