Microsoft Exam SC-401: Administering Information Security in Microsoft 365

Microsoft Exam SC-401: Administering Information Security in Microsoft 365

The Microsoft EExam SC-401: Administering Information Security in Microsoft 365 is intended for?those who are tasked with securing sensitive data in Microsoft 365 environments. It confirms your proficiency in securing data in the enterprises using Microsoft Purview and related services, implementing compliance policies, minimizing the threats from the?inside, and maintaining compliance.

Who should take the Exam?

This exam is ideal for:

• Information Security Administrators responsible for securing organizational data.
• IT Security Analysts managing risk mitigation and compliance frameworks.
• Governance and Compliance Professionals handling data security policies in Microsoft 365.
• Microsoft 365 Administrators responsible for DLP, retention, and security policies.

Exam Prerequisites

To succeed in this exam, candidates should be familiar with:

• Microsoft 365 security tools – Microsoft Purview, Defender for Cloud Apps, Microsoft Entra.
• PowerShell scripting – For automating security policies and configurations.
• Data protection and compliance concepts – Including sensitivity labels, encryption, and DLP policies.
• Insider risk and threat management – Monitoring and responding to security alerts.
• AI security – Implementing data security posture management (DSPM) for AI.

Course Outline

The Microsoft Exam SC-401 Exam covers the following topic - 

Domain 1 - Understanding to Implement Information Protection (30–35%)

• 1.1 Explain to Implement and Manage Data Classification
• 1.2 Explain to Implement and Manage Sensitivity Labels in Microsoft Purview
• 1.3 Explain implementing Information Protection for Windows, File Shares, and Exchange
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Domain 2 - Understanding to Implement Data Loss Prevention and Retention (30–35%)

• 2.1 Explain to Create and Configure Data Loss Prevention Policies
• 2.2 Explain to Implement and Monitor Microsoft Purview Endpoint DLP
• 2.3 Explain to Implement and Manage Retention

Domain 3 - Understanding to Manage Risks, Alerts, and Security Activities (30–35%)

• 3.1 Explain to Implement and Manage Microsoft Purview Insider Risk Management
• 3.2 Explain to Manage Information Security Alerts and Activities
• 3.3 Explain to Protect Data Used by AI Services