Defend Against Cyberthreats With Microsoft Defender XDR SC-5004 Training in Halifax

Defend Against Cyberthreats with Microsoft Defender XDR SC-5004 Training Outline

Module 1: Mitigate Incidents using Microsoft Defender

• Use the Microsoft Defender Portal
• Manage Incidents
• Investigate Incidents
• Manage and Investigate Alerts
• Manage Automated Investigations
• Use the Action Centre
• Explore Advanced Hunting
• Investigate Microsoft Entra sign-in Logs
• Understand Microsoft Secure Score
• Analyse Threat Analytics
• Analyse Reports
• Configure the Microsoft Defender Portal

Module 2: Deploy the Microsoft Defender for Endpoint Environment

• Create your Environment
• Understand Operating Systems Compatibility and Features
• Onboard Devices
• Manage Access
• Create and Manage Roles for Role-Based Access Control
• Configure Device Groups
• Configure Environment Advanced Features

Module 3: Configure for Alerts and Detections in Microsoft Defender for Endpoint

• Configure Advanced Features
• Configure Alert Notifications
• Manage Alert Suppression
• Manage Indicators

Module 4: Configure and Manage Automation using Microsoft Defender for Endpoint

• Configure Advanced Features
• Manage Automation Upload and Folder Settings
• Configure Automated Investigation and Remediation Capabilities
• Block at Risk Devices

Module 5: Perform Device Investigations in Microsoft Defender for Endpoint

• Use the Device Inventory List
• Investigate the Device
• Use Behavioural Blocking
• Detect Devices with Device Discovery

Module 6: Defend Against Cyberthreats with Microsoft Defender XDR Lab Exercises

• Configure the Microsoft Defender XDR Environment
• Deploy Microsoft Defender for Endpoint
• Mitigate Attacks with Microsoft Defender for Endpoint

Who Should Attend this Defend Against Cyberthreats with Microsoft Defender XDR SC-5004 Training

This Microsoft Defender XDR Training is designed for professionals responsible for detecting, investigating, and responding to cybersecurity threats. It equips learners with hands‑on skills to work with Microsoft Defender XDR, Defender for Endpoint, and KQL-based threat hunting. This course is particularly valuable for the following roles:

• Security Operations Analysts
• Security Engineers
• Incident Responders
• Cybersecurity Analysts
• IT Professionals involved in security operations
• Threat Hunters
• SOC Team Members
• Professionals familiar with Microsoft Defender

Prerequisites of the Defend Against Cyberthreats with Microsoft Defender XDR SC-5004 Training

Delegates should have hands‑on experience using Microsoft security tools to investigate incidents and analyse threats. They are expected to be familiar with Microsoft Defender for Endpoint and the Microsoft Defender portal, as well as comfortable using Kusto Query Language (KQL) for querying and analysing security data.

Defend Against Cyberthreats with Microsoft Defender XDR SC-5004 Training Overview

The Microsoft Defender XDR SC 5004 Course equips delegates to detect, investigate, and respond to cyberthreats using Microsoft Defender XDR. It covers incident mitigation, endpoint investigations, alert configuration, automation, and advanced threat hunting with KQL.

This training helps delegates build practical threat‑response skills and strengthen organisational resilience. Delegates learn to analyse security signals, manage incidents effectively, and apply investigation techniques to support rapid threat containment.

This 1‑Day Microsoft Defender XDR Course offered by The Knowledge Academy enables delegates to apply incident response principles with confidence. Through hands‑on activities, they gain the capability to configure Defender XDR and perform real‑world threat investigations across devices and services.

Defend Against Cyberthreats with Microsoft Defender XDR SC-5004 Training Objectives

• To configure and manage Defender XDR for effective threat detection
• To investigate alerts and incidents using Defender for Endpoint tools
• To perform device investigations and review forensic data for response
• To apply automated investigation and response settings to streamline operations
• To use Advanced Hunting with KQL to identify unique threats
• To correlate signals across Defender services for stronger threat mitigation

Upon completing this course, delegates will sharpen their investigative skills and adopt a structured response approach that enables them to help organisations detect and mitigate cyberthreats using Microsoft Defender XDR. They will be equipped to manage incidents, perform threat hunting, and enhance overall security operations.

What’s Included in this Defend Against Cyberthreats with Microsoft Defender XDR SC-5004 Training?

• World-Class Training Sessions from Experienced Instructors
• Digital Delegate Pack
• Interactive Learning with 24*7 Support