Azure Cloud Security Training — Manabu Academy
 Security · Identity · AI Security

Cloud & AI Security
Engineering Program

A comprehensive program combining Microsoft Azure Fundamentals (AZ-900), Azure Administrator (AZ-104), and Security Specialist (SC-500), from cloud concepts and core services to hands-on identity, storage, networking, security, monitoring, and AI Security.

COHORT 4 session starts: October 17, 2026
Schedule
Live online · Weekend & evening cohorts
Duration
3 months · Instructor-led + self-paced labs
Certifications
AZ-900 + AZ-104 + SC-500
Pricing
$2,000

💳 Flexible plan available — pay in installments of $500/month

Three certifications, one security career

Start with AZ-900 to build a foundation in cloud concepts, pricing, and governance. From there, move into AZ-104 for hands-on administration of identity, storage, compute, and networking. The program closes with SC-500 and AI Security, threat detection, Microsoft Sentinel, Defender for Cloud, and Security Copilot, so you leave job-ready across all three.

The stack you'll master

Industry-standard Azure tools chosen because they're approachable and used by real security teams in production.

Azure Portal Azure CLI PowerShell Entra ID Azure Policy RBAC Microsoft Defender for Cloud Azure Sentinel Azure Monitor Log Analytics Key Vault Azure Firewall Network Security Groups Azure Bastion Conditional Access Security Copilot ARM Templates Bicep Azure Arc Microsoft Purview
A guided path to job-ready

A structured path from fundamentals to advanced, hands-on security skills.

Part 1
Weeks 1–7 · Foundations

AZ-900 Fundamentals

Cloud concepts, core services, identity, cost management and governance.

Step 1 of 4
Part 2
Weeks 8–15 · Hands-on administration

AZ-104 Administrator

Entra ID, storage, compute, networking, monitoring, backup and governance.

Step 2 of 4
Part 3
Weeks 16–20 · Secure, monitor, govern

SC-500 & AI Security

Advanced threat detection, Defender for Cloud, Sentinel, and Security Copilot.

Step 3 of 4
Delivery
Weekly

Weekend cadence

Live instructor-led sessions plus self-paced labs, with 1-on-1 job coaching throughout.

Step 4 of 4
The full curriculum

Grouped into three parts - AZ-900 Fundamentals, AZ-104 Administrator, and SC-500 & AI Security. Expand each module to see what's covered.

Part 1 - AZ-900 Azure Fundamentals Weeks 1–4 · Cloud concepts to exam-ready
Understand fundamental cloud concepts including deployment models, service types, and Azure's global infrastructure. Explore core Azure services and learn about security, privacy, compliance frameworks, and trust principles that underpin all Azure security implementations.
Master tools and techniques for managing Azure resources effectively, manage subscriptions, deploy and manage virtual machines with proper security configurations, and configure virtual networks.
Deep dive into Azure framework use cases and industry best practices for secure cloud deployments. Learn secure configuration principles, practice deploying VMs with security-first approaches, and master resource group management.
Implement managed RBAC to enforce the principle of least privilege. Explore governance and compliance tools including Azure Policy and Blueprints, and prepare for the AZ-900 certification exam.
Part 2 — AZ-104 Azure Administrator Weeks 5–7 · Hands-on administration
Master identity management and implement comprehensive governance strategies including Azure Policy. Configure RBAC at scale across complex organizations, and understand compliance requirements - GDPR, HIPAA, and SOC 2.
Implement comprehensive data protection strategies including backup, replication, and disaster recovery. Master Azure Monitor for tracking security events, configure alerts for incidents and anomalies, and learn log analysis techniques for identifying threats.
Part 3 — SC-500 & AI Security Weeks 8-12 · Secure, monitor, govern, labs
Implement advanced security for virtual networks including NSGs, Azure Firewall, Private Link, Front Door, WAF, and DDoS protection. Master network segmentation strategies and micro-segmentation for zero-trust architectures, and monitor network traffic for anomalies.
Advanced security for compute and storage resources, VM extensions, JIT access, Azure Bastion, Key Vault, storage firewalls, SQL transparent data encryption, and Microsoft Defender for Cloud. Implement security automation and orchestration, and prepare for the SC-500 certification exam.
What you'll be able to do
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Understand core Azure cloud & AI security concepts

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Implement identity & access management with Entra ID

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Secure virtual networks, storage & compute resources

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Detect & respond to threats with Sentinel & Defender

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Apply governance, compliance & least-privilege policies

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Be fully prepared for AZ-900, AZ-104 & SC-500 exams

Part 3 · Weeks 12-14

Secure, Monitor & Govern a Complete Azure Environment

Advanced security implementation + SC-500 exam prep

In the final phase you'll implement network and resource security, configure Microsoft Defender for Cloud and Sentinel, and use Security Copilot for AI-assisted threat response — then prepare for the SC-500 exam alongside a combined AZ-900 and AZ-104 review.

Focus areas
  • NSGs, Azure Firewall, Private Link, WAF & DDoS protection
  • JIT VM access, Azure Bastion & Key Vault
  • Microsoft Defender for Cloud & Security Copilot
What you'll master
  • Security automation & orchestration
  • Zero-trust network segmentation
  • SC-500 certification readiness
The Manabu Advantage
01

World-Class Instructors

Our curriculum is designed and taught by best-in-class IT security professionals actively working in the industry.

02

Global Networking

Connect with like-minded students and security professionals from around the world through our international learning community.

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Students success Rate

Our graduates work at some of the most prestigious tech companies worldwide. We don't just prepare you.

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3 Certifications

Earn AZ-900, AZ-104, and SC-500 certifications - the gold standard trifecta for Azure Cloud Security professionals.

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1-on-1 Job Coaching

Dedicated mentors and coaches guide you through the job market, resume building, and interview preparation.

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Free CompTIA Pre-Training

Before the main program, you get one month of free CompTIA training to build your foundational IT knowledge.

Our Talent Stories

This Cloud Security course helped me build a rock-solid foundation in IT. The instructors were knowledgeable, and the materials were easy to follow. I passed my exam on the first try and landed a role within weeks.

Oluwaseun Akalla
Tech Support Specialistr

The Azure Security training was incredibly practical and well-structured. From day one, I was working on projects that mirrored industry standards. It gave me the skills to contribute meaningfully to my team's security posture.

Pretei Bariwei
Cloud Engineer
Your Questions, Answered
Our courses are crafted to take you from zero to job ready. No IT background required. You will be enrolled in one month of free CompTIA training before joining the Microsoft Cloud Security program.
You will gain the essential skills and knowledge needed to protect digital assets, secure critical systems, and make a meaningful impact in the ever-growing field of cybersecurity.
We match you with one-on-one mentors and coaches that will guide you and get you fully prepared for the job market.

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✓ 3-month intensive program
✓ AZ-900, AZ-104 & SC-500 certifications
✓ 1-on-1 job coaching & placement support