Prerequisites
- Azure networking and identity experience
- 3-4 hours of study time per day
Study Schedule
Days 1-2Identity & Access
- Study conditional access policies and PIM.
- Configure managed identities and app registrations.
- Practice identity protection and access reviews.
Days 3-4Network & Platform Security
- Implement NSGs, Azure Firewall, and Private Link.
- Configure WAF, DDoS Protection, and Bastion.
- Practice JIT access and endpoint security.
Days 5-6Data Security & Operations
- Configure Key Vault, encryption, and storage security.
- Implement Sentinel data connectors and analytic rules.
- Study Defender for Cloud secure score and workload protection.
Day 7Mock Exam & Review
- Take a full AZ-500 mock exam.
- Review KQL query patterns.
- Focus on zero trust scenario questions.
Study Tips
Master zero trust principles — they apply to every domain.
Practice KQL queries for Sentinel.
Understand the difference between detection and prevention controls.
Ready to Practice?
Put your study plan into action with AZ-500 practice questions.