Introduction to Cloud Security Posture Management

Cloud Security Posture Management describes how well a cloud environment is secured from events, particularly malicious threats, that could compromise the integrity of its data and infrastructure. As cloud environments are virtual and depend on many settings, an enormous opportunity exists for incorrectly configured infrastructure to be exploited. This lesson introduces the student to Cloud Security Posture Management and how associated tools can assess and aid in securing a cloud environment against external attacks.

Learning Objectives

• Explanation of Cloud Security Posture Management
• Why Cloud Security Posture Management is important
• How Microsoft Defender for Cloud implements Cloud Security Posture Management

Intended Audience

• Students who want to know about Cloud Security Posture Management and how it relates to Microsoft Defender for Cloud
• Students who intend to take the SC-900 exam: Microsoft Security, Compliance, and Identity Fundamentals

Prerequisites 

An understanding of general technical concepts.