Preparing for Microsoft Cybersecurity Architect Exam

If you are a Cybersecurity professional or You are already on the Journey to become one, having relevant Cybersecurity certification is essential. And  if you are working for an Organization which is adopting Microsoft Security products and Technologies, and in the Journey of implementing Zero Trust Security and strengthening the Security Landscape, and you are part of the team driving this efforts having this Microsoft Certification is an vital.

You can access the Exam details here: Exam SC-100: Microsoft Cybersecurity Architect

Utilize the MS Learn modules available for this exam below to start your learning Journey.

To advance to the Expert Level, Complete the Architect Expert certification as your next step, Access here to know more: Microsoft Certified: Cybersecurity Architect Expert

Microsoft Ignite 2023

Microsoft Ignite 2023 is around the corner, this year event is occurring between November 14 -17 and you can register for in person attendance or online if you are attending the event virtually. 

Register here: Microsoft Ignite 2023

Follow @MS_Ignite handle for latest updates.

Microsoft Copilot is now here !

Today Microsoft made an exciting announcement on their latest AI Innovation "Microsoft Copilot" which unifies the existing Copilot experiences on Windows11, Microsoft 365,  Bing and Edge.

Access the Official Blog here to know more: Announcing Microsoft Copilot, your everyday AI companion

You can view the New York Event here: Introducing a new era of AI with Copilot from Microsoft

Let's Learn AI Today!

Artificial Intelligence (AI) is driving today's world, and understanding What is AI?  How AI works? and What impact it has on the Human life? are essential, and if you are Technology Professional having AI knowledge is your next step forward in your career.

We have many resources available today begin your AI Journey, this where to post outlines few of the available resources from Microsoft, Google, Gartner and few other key resources to know.

• Access the OpenAI site to begin : https://openai.com/
• A best resource to start your AI Journey: Artificial Intelligence for Beginners - A Curriculum
• An Excellent Course from Microsoft & LinkedIn: Career Essentials in Generative AI by Microsoft and LinkedIn
• New AI Challenge : Announcing ‘AI Kick-off projects’ Learning Challenges on Microsoft Learn
• A complete collection of Essential AI Learning resources from Microsoft: AI learning and community hub
• Introduction to Generative AI Learning Path from Google: Introduction to Generative AI Learning Path
• Generative AI Training from Google: Generative AI on Google Cloud: New training content, from introductory to advanced
• Gartner: What Is Artificial Intelligence?
• Also read: What’s New in Artificial Intelligence from the 2023 Gartner Hype Cycle and 4 Emerging Technologies You Need to Know About

Review the Life Architect Site by Dr Alan D. Thompson renowned world expert in artificial intelligence (AI) to know the latest updates on the AI World.

Get to know Copilot !

Copilot is the latest buzz word in the IT world today, and Microsoft has expanded Copilot across their multiple product lines and innovations are happening rapidly in this space, Most Organizations which embrace AI have started to explore the products to get the benefits of Modern ways of working.

You can navigate to the Microsoft Official site to know more on these products here

Also Read: Microsoft announces new Copilot Copyright Commitment for customers

Microsoft Secure Digital Event - Register Now!

Microsoft Security team is hosting a new digital event next month March 28, 2023 designed for Security Professionals.

Access the blog post here: Learn what an AI-driven future means for cybersecurity at Microsoft Secure

Register here: Microsoft Secure 

Microsoft Azure Connected Learning Experience (CLX)

Microsoft Azure Connected Learning Experience (CLX) is an experiential training program that sets a trajectory for aspiring learners and working professionals to be Azure experts. The CLX program offers a personalized journey that aims to optimize learning experience while maximizing return on time invested. 

The journey is divided into four steps to facilitate effective learning:

Access here to know more and register soon: Microsoft Azure Connected Learning Experience (CLX) 

This is a great resource to prepare for few of the Azure Certifications and you can review the Azure Certification guide below and utilize the learning resources to support your Certification Journey

Download here: Microsoft Azure training and certifications

Follow @MicrosoftLearn for latest updates.

Free Practice Assessments on Microsoft Learn

Microsoft team has announced free practice assessments today to support your Certification Journey via MS Learn.

Access the Official blog here: Prep for certification exams with free Practice Assessments on Microsoft Learn

Follow @MicrosoftLearn for latest updates.

Skilling Snack Series

Microsoft team has recently started a new blog series to provide you with essential resources improve your Windows security, deployment, and management skills.

Below are the available Skilling Snacks published till date in the Series

• Skilling snack: Windows security fundamentals
• Skilling snack: Windows feature update management
• Skilling snack: Windows end-user readiness
• Skilling snack: From on premises to the cloud
• Skilling snack: Intro to Azure Active Directory
• Skilling snack: Windows Autopilot
• Skilling snack: Windows 365 or Azure Virtual Desktop

You can access the detailed post and view the latest collection here: Windows skilling snacks: bite-sized learning for IT pros

Follow Windows IT Pro Blog for more updates.

Microsoft Security, Compliance, and Identity training and certifications Guide

Microsoft Security team has published Microsoft Security training and certifications guide which is designed to outline the training and certification options and available resources that can help you to achieve your personal and professional goals.

Download the guide here: Microsoft Security, Compliance, and Identity training and certifications

Data Loss Prevention: From on-premises to cloud E-book

Data protection plays a major role in today's World for any Organization and each Organization has various strategies to protect their data from today's cyber attacks. Having a clear understanding on the data landscape and properly planning and implementing Data loss protection can secure your Organization.

Microsoft Security team has published a great write-up on the Data Loss Prevention strategy and how we can secure the environment in the evolving landscape.

Download here: Data Loss Prevention: From on-premises to cloud E-book 

Microsoft Intune Suite

Microsoft Intune has introduced the Microsoft Intune Suite this week which unifies mission-critical advanced endpoint management and security solutions into one simple bundle.

You can access the Official announcement here: The Microsoft Intune Suite fuels cyber safety and IT efficiency

A quick introduction video here: Introducing Microsoft Intune Suite

Access here for list of Microsoft Intune Suite content links with more updates : Introducing the new Microsoft Intune Suite

Access Microsoft Mechanics Video here: New Microsoft Intune Suite with Privilege Management, Advanced Analytics, Remote Help & App VPN

To know more attend the upcoming Tech Accelerator sessions including Ask Me Anything ( AMA) Sessions.

RSVP here: Tech Accelerator: Microsoft Intune Suite

Follow @IntuneSuppTeam on Twitter and @Intune_Support_Team in Microsoft Techcommunity for latest updates.

Microsoft Purview upcoming Webinars

Microsoft Security team is hosting couple of new Webinars this month on Microsoft Purview register soon.

Register here: Data Security - Microsoft Purview Information Protection vs. Defender for Cloud Apps

Register here: Microsoft Purview – the End-to-End story for governing your data estate

Microsoft Viva

Microsoft Viva is the first Employee experience platforms (EXP) built for the digital era. Microsoft Viva brings together communications, knowledge, learning, resources, and insights into an integrated experience that empowers people and teams to be their best, from anywhere.

Many Organizations have adopted Microsoft Viva built within Microsoft 365 and Microsoft Teams and if you are new to the product, you can use the below resources to start with Microsoft Viva.

Access Official Site here: https://www.microsoft.com/en-us/microsoft-viva

Access Microsoft Adoption resources here: Microsoft Viva Adoption

Help and Learning resources: Microsoft Viva help & learning

MSLearn Official documentation and Resources can be accessed here: Microsoft Viva

Register for upcoming Microsoft Virtual Academy session and upcoming Microsoft Viva events here: Microsoft Viva Events 

Microsoft Cloud Skills Challenge

Take up the Microsoft Cloud Skills Challenge and complete the learning specific to the certification path and you can be eligible for 50 percent off the cost of a Microsoft Certification exam by completing your challenge within 30 days.

Access the available challenge here: Microsoft Cloud Skills Challenge

Also access this blog post to know the Microsoft Learn Career paths available to help you in choosing the right Certification path for the desired Job Role :  Three ways to learn in-demand technical skills on Microsoft Learn

All the best for your Certification Journey !