This blog post covers everything you need to know about the AZ-500- Microsoft Azure Security Technologies certification exam.
If you’re one of those who have always aspired to become a security engineer, now’s your chance! The world is embracing the cloud and so should you, this blog post is going to cover all the important exam details like course content, weightage, and many more details and updates regarding this Microsoft Azure Security certification.
AZ-500 exam requires basic knowledge of IT security principles and a moderate understanding of most Azure offerings as it stresses the candidate’s ability to analyze and fix vulnerabilities with multiple security tools on the cloud.
Exam Details AZ-500:
Parameter | Information |
---|---|
Certification Name | [AZ-500] Microsoft Azure Security Technologies |
Target Audience | Candidates who have moderate to Strong knowledge of Azure cloud and services. |
Exam Duration | 150-210 minutes |
Number Of Questions | 40 to 60 questions(One lab with around 12 sub-tasks) |
Exam Cost | USD 165.00 |
Exam Languages | English, Japanese, Chinese (Simplified), Korean, German, French, Spanish, Portuguese (Brazil), Arabic (Saudi Arabia), Russian, Chinese (Traditional), Italian, Indonesian (Indonesia) |
Additionally, you should keep the following points in mind as they can improve your chances of getting certified.
- Although Microsoft doesn’t have any mandatory prerequisites for the AZ-500 exam. It is advised that you take the [AZ-900] Microsoft Azure Fundamentals exam if you are starting out on your cloud career.
- Experience in security tools and a basic analytical ability to solve problems go a long way in making things easier too.
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AZ-500 Exam Topics:
With the basic information of the AZ-500 Microsoft Azure security technologies certification exam out of the way, we can now dive into the individual domains that are covered in the SecOps exam’s scope.
The following points give a basic outline of the specific weightage of each domain so that you can work out the important topics and plan accordingly.
- 25-30% of the exam questions pertaining to the first domain which covers the Manage Identity and Access topics.
- The second domain covers Secure networking topics with a weightage of 20-25%.
- The following domain covers the Secure compute, storage, and databases topics and accounts for the most questions in the AZ-500 exam and has a weightage of 20-25%.
- The final domain is Manage Security Operations and is responsible for 20-25% of the AZ-500 exam.
You can use the table below to get a quick idea of the AZ-500 exam topics.
Review the detailed exam blueprint specified here for an in-depth look at the exam objectives.
Microsoft Azure Security Technologies Sample Question Types:
Some of the types of questions that can be expected are listed below
- Single-choice scenario-based questions: These types of questions can neither be skipped nor corrected at a later stage. You cannot reattempt them once they have been answered.
- Multiple-choice questions
- Case studies with multiple questions
- Arrange in the right sequence type questions
- Single-choice questions(scenario independent)
Exam Retake Policy
- If a candidate fails the exam on his/her’s first attempt, they have to wait for a period of 24 hours before reapplying for the exam.
- In case the candidate’s second attempt also fails they should re-access their AZ 500 training and retake the exam after a waiting period of 14 days.
- finally, a candidate has a maximum of 5 retakes allowed in a year.
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Who Does This Certification Apply To?
- People with non-technical backgrounds are involved in the marketing of Cloud security services and solutions.
- People with technical backgrounds who are looking to start their careers and are especially interested in the security aspect of the cloud, or those who want to validate their knowledge level around cloud security.
This certification exam provides a way to develop your cloud security skills and also demonstrate your skills to potential employers, hence providing you with an edge and Practical knowledge too.
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Charlie Stevens says
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Rahul Dangayach says
Hi Charlie,
Glad you like the blog.
Please stay tuned for more informative blog.
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Rahul Dangayach
Team K21 Academy
Johnson Lalzare says
Hi.. My name is Johnson from pune.. Whatsapp 9834600901..I am interested in training for MS Azure Security AZ500 training. I have completed AZ 104 Certification and looking for next level.
I was also thinking about Azure Kubernetes admin training however not sure if I will be able to understand and learn concepts..
Could you please advise and guide on this. I will be thankful for your help and support.. Thanks
Rahul Dangayach says
Hi Johnson,
Please drop an email at contact@k21academy.com team will help you.
Thanks and Regards
Rahul Dangayach
Team K21 Academy
YogIngle says
Is there any simulation related question asked in exam ? and what are their weightage ?
Rahul Dangayach says
Hi Yoglngle,
There are no simulation-related questions or Labs in the Azure exams from the last year, due to the Covid situation.
However, it may be revoked at any point in the future
Hope this helps.
Thanks and Regards
Rahul Dangayach
Team K21 Academy
Vijay Rao says
cloud security Azure— How many classes ur going free Demo
how many hours of classes is this?
what is the cost of this course?
after completing this course will i get the certificate showcase my skills
what is the package company offer ?
do u have cloud security dumps with you
u provide to me.
interview —
regarding placement
do u have interview questions to prepare and crack the interview
Rahul Dangayach says
Hi Vijay,
Regarding all your queries, I would suggest you attend a 60-90 mins free masterclass where we cover everything like what to expect and everything you need is covered inside this program.
Please check the link below to register for the same:
https://k21academy.com/az50002
For more information on the course please drop us an email at contact@k21academy.com and the team will help you.
Thanks and Regards
Rahul Dangayach
Team K21 Academy