Course Overview
This programme equips learners with the practical capabilities required to operate effectively in a modern Security Operations Centre (SOC) using Microsoft’s security ecosystem. It focuses on real-world threat detection, investigation, and response using Microsoft Sentinel, Defender XDR, and integrated security tools.
Through mentor-led sessions and practical scenarios, participants learn how to triage alerts, investigate incidents, and proactively hunt for threats across cloud and hybrid environments. The course emphasises operational readiness, enabling learners to reduce organisational risk through faster and more accurate response actions.
Aligned with the SC-200 certification objectives, this course also builds strong analytical skills using Kusto Query Language (KQL), helping learners create detections, automate workflows, and improve overall security posture across enterprise environments.
Hands-On Learning
Real SOC simulations using Sentinel, Defender XDR, and KQL queries.
Mentor-Led Sessions
Guided by experienced SOC analysts with real incident response scenarios.
Career-Ready Skills
Build job-ready threat detection, investigation, and response capabilities.
Learning Outcomes
Analyse threats across cloud environments
Implement Sentinel detection rules
Investigate incidents using Defender XDR
Design KQL queries for detection
Evaluate security posture improvements
Communicate findings to stakeholders
Prerequisites
Basic understanding of networking concepts
Familiarity with Microsoft Azure fundamentals
Awareness of cybersecurity principles
Detailed Syllabus
Organized by professional domains with comprehensive coverage
Topics Covered:
- •SOC roles and responsibilities
- •Threat landscape overview
- •Security operations lifecycle
Skills You'll Gain
Master these in-demand skills through hands-on practice
Career Progression
A clear view of the roles this programme supports, what typically comes next, and where learners progress over time
Ways to Learn
Choose the learning format that works best for you and your team
Live Online
Instructor-Led Training
Join live instructor-led sessions from anywhere. Interactive, engaging, and flexible.
- Live instructor interaction (real-time)
- Trainer-led walkthroughs and real examples
- Guided resources and session notes provided
- Structured Q&A and practical discussion
Price per person
Group enrolments and early planning options available.
All prices are exclusive of VAT where applicable. Group enrolments and custom packages available on request.
Prefer a Faster, Personalised Route into IT?
Not everyone learns best in a group. If you want focused guidance, faster clarity, and confidence you can use on the job, our 1-to-1 Fast-Track Training gives you private, mentor-led support tailored to your experience and goals.
"Many learners choose 1-to-1 when they want understanding, not memorisation."
Exam & Certification Information
Everything you need to know about the certification exams
Important Information
This programme is aligned with the official exam objectives. Exam registration and certification are managed directly by the awarding body.
Credential
Certificate of Completion
On successful completion of Microsoft Security Operations Training (SC-200), learners receive an Xcademia Certificate of Completion. This standalone certificate is issued directly by Xcademia and is aligned with globally recognised frameworks and best practices.
Frequently Asked Questions
Everything you need to know about this course
This is a practitioner-level course; basic security and Azure knowledge is recommended.
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