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Integrate Microsoft Defender for Office 365 fits into your organization’s security strategy

Implement, operationalize, and troubleshoot Microsoft Defender for Office 365 to align with your organization’s requirements

Implement advanced hunting, automation, and integration for effective security operations

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Navigate the "security Wild West" with Microsoft Defender for Office 365, your shield against the complex and rapidly evolving cyber threats. Written by a cybersecurity veteran with 25 years of experience, including combating nation-state adversaries and organized cybercrime gangs, this book offers unparalleled insights into modern digital security challenges by helping you secure your organization's email and communication systems and promoting a safer digital environment by staying ahead of evolving threats and fostering user awareness. This book introduces you to a myriad of security threats and challenges organizations encounter and delves into the day-to-day use of Defender for Office 365, offering insights for proactively managing security threats, investigating alerts, and effective remediation. You’ll explore advanced strategies such as leveraging threat intelligence to reduce false alerts, customizing reports, conducting attack simulation, and automating investigation and remediation. To ensure complete protection, you’ll learn to integrate Defender for Office 365 with other security tools and APIs. By the end of this book, you’ll have gained a comprehensive understanding of Defender for Office 365 and its crucial role in fortifying your organization's cybersecurity posture.

Who is this book for?

This book is a must-read for IT consultants, business decision-makers, system administrators, system and security engineers, and anyone looking to establish robust and intricate security measures for office productivity tools to preemptively tackle prevalent threats such as phishing, business email compromise, and malware attacks. Basic knowledge of cybersecurity fundamentals and familiarity with Microsoft Office 365 environments will assist with understanding the concepts covered.

What you will learn

Plan a rollout and configure a Defender for Office 365 deployment strategy

Continuously optimize your security configuration to strengthen your organization's security posture

Leverage advanced hunting and automation for proactive security

Implement email authentication and anti-phishing measures

Conduct attack simulations and security awareness training to educate users in threat recognition and response

Customize and automate reports to enhance decision-making

Troubleshoot common issues to minimize impact

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Mastering Microsoft Defender for Office 365

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CCNA Security 210-260 Certification Guide

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William Francillette Sep 15, 2024

Whether you're considering a shift from your current Secure Email Gateway (SEG) or aiming to extend Microsoft Defender's capabilities to your email and collaboration tools, '𝑴𝒂𝒔𝒕𝒆𝒓𝒊𝒏𝒈 𝑴𝒊𝒄𝒓𝒐𝒔𝒐𝒇𝒕 𝑫𝒆𝒇𝒆𝒏𝒅𝒆𝒓 𝒇𝒐𝒓 𝑶𝒇𝒇𝒊𝒄𝒆 365' is the perfect resource. It provides a detailed understanding of Defender for Office 365 and Exchange Online Protection, and how to operationalize them in your organisation.The book thoroughly covers topics like email authentication and protection against phishing, spam, and malware, as well as incident response, proactive monitoring, and user training.

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William M. Wheeler Sep 23, 2024

🪪 The book does a fantastic job of ‘setting the stage’ of security. It covers all the basics of security from types of attack vectors to Zero Trust (no, Zero Trust is not a product). There were a few principles in the book that I believe in strongly as it pertains to security. First, “the human element remains a most crucial weakness”. Attackers continue to focus on how they can entice people to help them compromise systems whether it be email, their credentials, or systems. I was glad to see the book focus on the ‘pareto principle’ where 80% of the effects stem from just 20% of the causes. While the technologies change, it really all boils down to the basics!⚠️One of my favorite chapters in the book reviewed how Defender for Office 365 could have averted famous attacks. It’s really interesting to read how attacks occurred, like the attack on the DNC in 2016, and how products when properly deployed could have blocked or minimized the attack.While not necessarily a Defender for Office 365 capability, the book delved into Copilot for Security. What is included in Defender for Office 365 is AIR or automated incident response and how solutions can be automated to stop attacks.The book did a fantastic job in reiterating the value of executive involvement and how to show the return on investment, or ROI, of your investment in security tools like Defender.Of course, the book delved into configuration and implementation best practices for which I will continue to keep the book close by for reference.

CARLOS LOPEZ Sep 23, 2024

As someone who has been deeply immersed in Microsoft technology for years, I can confidently say this book is the best resource I've encountered on the subject. The author, a seasoned cybersecurity veteran with 25 years of experience, expertly navigates the complexities of modern cyber threats, making this book an essential read for anyone looking to secure their organization’s email and communication systems.From the very first chapter, the book dives into the myriad security challenges that organizations face today. It provides a clear, comprehensive overview of Defender for Office 365 and its critical role in building a robust cybersecurity posture. The insights on proactive threat management and alert investigation are invaluable, offering practical strategies that can be implemented immediately. The inclusion of real-world scenarios and best practices further enriches the content, ensuring readers are well-equipped to tackle the evolving threat landscape. The integration guidance with other security tools and APIs is a game-changer, allowing organizations to create a cohesive defense strategy. The emphasis on fostering user awareness is also a crucial element, highlighting that cybersecurity is not just about tools but about people.By the end of this book, I felt empowered and prepared to enhance my organization and customer security measures significantly. Whether you’re a cybersecurity expert or just starting out, this book is a must-read!

Mastering Microsoft Defender for Office 365: Streamline Office 365 security with expert tips for setup, automation, and advanced threat hunting

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