Microsoft Sentinel Mastery SC-200, KQL, SIEM & Copilot 2026

What you'll learn
Deploy and configure Microsoft Sentinel in the unified Microsoft Defender Portal using enterprise-grade workspace and RBAC design
Connect and troubleshoot 300+ data connectors including Entra ID, Microsoft 365, Defender XDR, Defender for Cloud, and third-party sources
Write production-grade KQL queries for detection, advanced threat hunting, compliance dashboards, and SC-200 exam scenarios
Build and tune analytics rules (Scheduled, Near-Real-Time, Fusion, ML Anomaly) mapped to MITRE ATT&CK tactics and techniques
Investigate complex multi-stage attacks using incident timelines, entity pages, UEBA, and Security Copilot AI-assisted workflows
Design and implement SOAR automation with Automation Rules and Logic App playbooks, including Natural Language Playbook Generator
Configure and operationalize User Entity Behavior Analytics (UEBA) to detect insider threats, compromised identities, and behavioral anomalies
Build SOC operations and executive dashboards using Sentinel Workbooks for incident trends, connector health, and compliance reporting
Integrate threat intelligence from MDTI, STIX/TAXII feeds, ISACs, and convert IOCs/TTPs into live detection rules
Manage Sentinel as Infrastructure as Code using ARM Templates, Bicep, Terraform, and GitOps CI/CD pipelines
Operate Sentinel at enterprise and MSSP scale using Azure Lighthouse, cross-workspace hunting, and multi-tenant management
Pass the SC-200 Microsoft Security Operations Analyst certification exam with confidence using structured, domain-aligned preparation
Requirements
Basic understanding of IT infrastructure (Windows, networking, cloud concepts) - helpful but not required
No prior Microsoft Sentinel, KQL, or advanced security experience needed
Azure free account for 10 hands-on labs (Microsoft provides $200 free credits + 12 months free services)
Optional: Microsoft 365 E5 developer tenant for enhanced Defender XDR integration
Description
Microsoft Sentinel Mastery 2026 - The Only SC-200 Course Built Exclusively for the Unified Defender Portal
The Azure portal Sentinel interface retires onMarch 31, 2027. Most SC-200 courses still teach the outdated interface. This is the only comprehensive training built exclusively for the unifiedMicrosoft Defender Portal at securitymicrosoftcom - the platform enterprise security teams operate today.
Microsoft Sentinel has been named aGartner Magic Quadrant Leader for SIEM for seven consecutive years. This course gives you the skills to operate it at the level employers are competing to hire.
Why This Course Leads the Market
While other courses show legacy interfaces, this course covers2026 platform features that define modern security operations
Security Copilot AI-powered investigations and natural language KQL generation
Natural Language Playbook Generator for no-code SOAR automation
UEBA Behaviors Layer (now GA) for human-readable attack narratives
Sentinel Data Lake for cost-effective long-term security telemetry
Unified SIEM + XDR incident management in one interface
You will master the exact tools and techniques that senior security engineers use in production environments.
10 Hands-On Labs Using Free Azure Resources
Every lab uses yourfree Azure subscription - Microsoft provides$200 in credits plus12 months of free services. Build a complete Sentinel environment with no additional costs
Lab 1: Deploy Microsoft Sentinel in the Defender Portal Lab 2: Connect data sources and validate ingestion Lab 3: Create detection rules and investigate incidents Lab 4: Advanced KQL threat hunting with bookmarks Lab 5: Build and test automation playbooks Lab 6: Configure UEBA and investigate behavioral anomalies Lab 7: Design workbooks and compliance dashboards Lab 8: Security Copilot investigation and AI automation Lab 9: Threat intelligence integration and ATT&CK coverage Lab 10: Build Sentinel GitOps repository with CI/CD
Complete SC-200 Exam Alignment
Mapped to allSC-200 domains: Defender XDR (25-30%), Defender for Cloud (15-20%),Microsoft Sentinel (50-55%), and Security Operations Management. Section 15 provides structured exam preparation with domain-specific focus areas.
Core Skills MasteryArchitecture & Deployment: Deploy Sentinel in Defender Portal, manage Log Analytics Workspaces, implement RBAC, and configure Data Lake retention policies.
Data Ingestion (300+ Connectors): ConfigureAzure Monitor Agent, Data Collection Rules, and integrateEntra ID,Defender XDR,Microsoft 365, and third-party platforms.
KQL Mastery: Write production-gradeKusto Query Language queries for threat detection, advanced hunting, cross-table joins, and performance optimization.
Threat Detection: BuildScheduled,Near-Real-Time,Fusion, andML Anomaly analytics rules mapped toMITRE ATT&CK framework.
Incident Investigation: Navigate unified incident queue, use entity pages, investigation graphs,UEBA insights, andSecurity Copilot AI summarization.
SOAR Automation: Create Automation Rules andLogic App playbooks using theNatural Language Playbook Generator for account disabling, IP blocking, and team notifications.
Enterprise Operations: Manage multi-tenant SOC usingAzure Lighthouse, deploySentinel as Code (ARM, Bicep, Terraform), and implementZero Trust architecture.
Who Should Enroll
IT Administrators transitioning to cybersecurity careers
SOC Analysts (Tier 1-3) seeking Sentinel expertise andSC-200 certification
Security Engineers building detection and automation at enterprise scale
MSSPs managing multiple customer Sentinel deployments
Anyone preparing for SC-200 with fully updated 2026 exam content
Is this course SC-200 exam aligned?Yes - all 50 lectures are mapped to SC-200 domains: Microsoft Sentinel (50-55%), Defender XDR (25-30%), and Defender for Cloud (15-20%).
Do I need Azure experience? Basic Azure knowledge is helpful but not required. The course covers all prerequisites within the content.
Are the labs free? Yes - all 10 labs use Microsoft's free Azure subscription ($200 credits + 12 months free services).
Instructor Expertise
20+ years in enterprise Azure infrastructure, security architecture, and cloud-native SOC operations. Deployed Microsoft Sentinel for organizations from mid-market to global enterprises. Monthly course updates reflecting latest Microsoft releases.
Start your Microsoft Sentinel mastery journey today. Build enterprise security skills. Pass SC-200. Launch your cloud security career.
Note: This course includes AI-generated practice scenarios, real-world exam simulations, and concise explanations designed to support exam preparation.
Who this course is for
IT administrators and system engineers transitioning into cybersecurity careers who need hands-on Microsoft Sentinel and SC-200 certification skills
SOC analysts (Tier 1-3) working in Microsoft 365/Azure environments seeking to master SIEM operations, KQL, and incident response
Security engineers and cloud architects designing SIEM + XDR architectures with Microsoft Sentinel, Defender XDR, and Zero Trust implementations
MSSP analysts and consultants managing multi-tenant Sentinel deployments using Azure Lighthouse
Threat hunters and detection engineers who want to operationalize MITRE ATT&CK, threat intelligence (STIX/TAXII), and proactive defense strategies
Anyone preparing for SC-200: Microsoft Security Operations Analyst certification with fully updated 2026 exam preparation
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