Microsoft 365 Security Administration

MS-500: Microsoft 365 Security Administration

Validate your skills and knowledge in managing Office 365 and Microsoft 365 security services.

Focus

The Microsoft 365 Security Administration certification focuses on Microsoft 365 security, compliance, and identity management

Exam Duration

The Microsoft 365 Security Administration exam duration is 150 minutes

Num of Question

The exam contains a total of 55 questions

Exam Fee

The exam fee is 165 USD.

Exam Validity

The CCRN-Pediatric certification is valid for 1 year.

Prior Certification

• Microsoft 365 Certified: Enterprise Administrator Expert

Exam Format

The Microsoft 365 Security Administration exam is a Proctored

Passing Conditions

To pass Microsoft 365 Security Administration exam, applicants must achieve a minimum score of Pass the exam with a score of 700 out of 1000

Who Should Take

IT professionals who work in a Microsoft 365 environment and have a focus on security, compliance, and identity management.

• Help Desk Specialist
• Microsoft 365 Administrator
• Security Specialist
• Compliance Officer

Prerequisites

2+ years of experience in IT with a focus on Microsoft 365

Or can substitute with certifications:

• CompTIA Security+
• CompTIA IT Fundamentals

Certification Process

• Register for the exam with Microsoft Certified Partner Program
• Prepare for the exam by studying Microsoft 365 security, compliance, and identity management
• Schedule and pass the MS-500 exam
• Maintain your certification by earning Continuing Education Units (CEUs)

Domains with Weights

• Domain 1: Manage Identity and Access in Microsoft 365 (25-30%): Configure and manage user accounts, groups, and roles in Microsoft 365. Implement multi-factor authentication (MFA) and conditional access policies. Use Azure Active Directory (Azure AD) to manage identity and access.
• Domain 2: Manage Compliance in Microsoft 365 (20-25%): Configure and manage compliance features in Microsoft 365, including sensitivity labels, information protection, and compliance policies. Use Azure Information Protection to protect sensitive information.
• Domain 3: Manage Security in Microsoft 365 (25-30%): Implement and manage security features in Microsoft 365, including threat protection, user and entity behavior analysis (UEBA), and Office 365 advanced threat protection (ATP). Configure DLP policies and threat intelligence.
• Domain 4: Configure End User Support in Microsoft 365 (10-15%): Configure and manage Microsoft 365 end user support, including Outlook and OneDrive mailbox management, user passwords, and mobile devices. Implement Microsoft 365 health and diagnostic tools.
• Domain 5: Manage Microsoft 365 Service Availability and Recovery (10-15%): Implement and manage Microsoft 365 service availability and recovery, including data backup, restore, and disaster recovery. Configure Azure availability sets and Azure Site Recovery.