Preface

With the increase in usage of cloud platforms and with many companies embracing a hybrid workforce, new threat vectors are emerging and cyber-attacks are increasing.

A new security model mindset is required more than ever, a model that thinks beyond traditional device-based and network-perimeter-based security. We need to adopt a holistic approach to security, starting with insights and highlighting identity as the new control and security pane.

This book is a recipe-based guide to help you become well versed with Azure security features and tools.

You will start with learning important Azure security features such as identities, virtual machines, networks, storage, databases, and remote access. Then, you will dive into Defender for Cloud, Microsoft Sentinel, and other related tools to safeguard your identities, infrastructure, apps, and data.

Every chapter is independent, takes up important problems, and provides solutions, including those related to implementing and operating security features and tools.

By the end of the book, you will have learned to secure Azure cloud platform resources and have a guide you can use to solve specific day-to-day challenges.