Connect Azure security controls across the whole environment.
Prepare for AZ-500 by relating identity, networking, compute, storage, applications, data, and security operations to real protection decisions.
AZ-500Focused exam preparation
Simon Frank, MCTLive instructor-led learning
Clear next stepsKnow what to study and practise next
Choose AZ-500 to connect individual Azure controls into a layered protection strategy. Simon helps you understand how identity, network, workload, data, and operational choices affect one another—and whether this retiring certification still fits your timing.
Is this the right course for you?
Choose AZ-500 if you already administer Azure or implement security controls across cloud identity, networking, workloads, data, and operations.
What you should know before starting
Practical Azure administration experience and knowledge of networking, compute, storage, identity, and cloud security are strongly recommended.
What you will cover
- Identity and access security
- Networking security
- Compute, storage, database, and application protection
- Microsoft Defender for Cloud and Microsoft Sentinel operations
The course scope is reviewed against Microsoft's current published skills before delivery.
What you can take away
Leave with stronger understanding, clearer exam priorities, and a practical plan for continued study.
Know what you are buying
Before you register, you will receive the course details needed to make a confident decision.
Live course experience
- Instruction from Simon Frank, MCT
- Delivery format, schedule, and class size
- Time for explanation and learner questions
Materials and access
- What course materials are included
- Any accounts, lab environment, or software you need
- Whether the certification exam is purchased separately
Price and terms
- Course price and payment details
- Rescheduling and cancellation terms
- Options for individual or private team delivery
Training and certification are separate steps
This course prepares you for the subject matter and exam objectives. Microsoft manages exam registration, assessment, prerequisites, and the Microsoft Certified: Azure Security Engineer Associate credential.
Check the current exam details
Review Microsoft's current requirements when you plan your exam.
View certification detailsQuestions before you choose AZ-500
Still deciding? These answers cover the questions learners most often need before requesting course details.
Is AZ-500 being retired?
Yes. Microsoft has announced the retirement of the AZ-500 exam and Azure Security Engineer Associate certification. Confirm current availability on the linked Microsoft page before choosing this path.
Can a learner take AZ-500 without Azure experience?
The course can organize the exam scope, but practical Azure administration experience is important. We will discuss readiness and a foundation path before registration.
Are Azure lab costs included?
Your course details will clearly state whether a lab environment, subscription, credit, or learner account is included and identify any additional costs.