Integrate Microsoft Defender for Office 365 fits into your organizationโs security strategy
Implement, operationalize, and troubleshoot Microsoft Defender for Office 365 to align with your organizationโs requirements
Implement advanced hunting, automation, and integration for effective security operations
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Description
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. Youโll 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, youโll learn to integrate Defender for Office 365 with other security tools and APIs.
By the end of this book, youโll 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
๐ชช The book does a fantastic job of โsetting the stageโ 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, โthe human element remains a most crucial weaknessโ. 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 โpareto principleโ where 80% of the effects stem from just 20% of the causes. While the technologies change, it really all boils down to the basics!โ ๏ธOne of my favorite chapters in the book reviewed how Defender for Office 365 could have averted famous attacks. Itโs 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.
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CARLOS LOPEZSep 23, 2024
5
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 organizationโs 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 youโre a cybersecurity expert or just starting out, this book is a must-read!
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William FrancilletteSep 15, 2024
5
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, '๐ด๐๐๐๐๐๐๐๐ ๐ด๐๐๐๐๐๐๐๐ ๐ซ๐๐๐๐๐ ๐๐ ๐๐๐ ๐ถ๐๐๐๐๐ 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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About the author
Samuel Soto
Samuel Soto
Samuel Soto, a seasoned cybersecurity expert, has forged a 25-year career across both the public and private sectors worldwide. Since joining Microsoft in 2020, he has been regularly engaged in thwarting complex security challenges. His portfolio includes high-profile engagements in cyber threat intelligence, specifically dealing with nation-state adversaries and organized cybercrime gangs. Samuel's experience and leadership in digital transformations, coupled with an entrepreneurial spirit, has seamlessly bridged the technology-business gap, allowing him to make significant strides during critical recovery and transformation efforts for many governments' environments and Fortune-100 companies.
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