Implement network security controls in Azure - Part 1

As organizations continue to migrate critical workloads and AI solutions to Azure, securing the underlying network infrastructure becomes increasingly important. A well-designed network security architecture minimizes the attack surface, limits lateral movement, and ensures secure communication between cloud resources.

In this session, we will explore Microsoft's recommended approach to implementing network security controls in Azure. Through demonstrations and practical guidance, participants will learn how to segment workloads, enforce network boundaries, and use Azure Firewall to inspect and control traffic across Azure environments.

This session aligns with the Microsoft Learn learning path: Implement Network Security Controls in Azure, giving participants practical knowledge that can be applied immediately in enterprise cloud environments.

What You Will Learn

During this session, participants will learn how to:

• Understand Azure networking security principles and Zero Trust architecture
• Design secure Virtual Networks (VNets) and subnet architectures
• Segment workloads to reduce the attack surface
• Configure and manage Network Security Groups (NSGs)
• Use Application Security Groups (ASGs) to simplify network security management
• Secure communication between Azure resources
• Understand north-south and east-west traffic flows
• Deploy and configure Azure Firewall
• Create and manage application, network, and DNAT rule collections
• Centralize traffic inspection and security policy enforcement
• Enable threat intelligence filtering with Azure Firewall
• Monitor firewall activity and analyze network security logs
• Implement Microsoft-recommended best practices for Azure network security

Why You Should Attend

Network security is the foundation of every secure cloud environment. Whether you're deploying enterprise applications, securing AI workloads, or preparing for Microsoft security certifications, understanding Azure networking is an essential skill.

This session will provide practical insights into designing secure Azure networks and implementing security controls that protect workloads from unauthorized access and cyber threats.

By the end of this session, you'll have a stronger understanding of how Azure-native networking services work together to build a resilient and secure cloud infrastructure.

Who Should Attend?

This session is ideal for:

• Participants of the 6-Month Cloud & AI Security Mentorship Program
• Cloud Security Engineers
• Azure Administrators
• Azure Network Engineers
• Security Analysts
• DevSecOps Engineers
• Cloud Solution Architects
• Infrastructure Engineers
• AI Security Engineers
• Students preparing for Microsoft Security certifications (including SC-500)
• Anyone interested in Azure networking and cloud security

What Makes This Session Valuable?

This is not just another theoretical session. Participants will gain practical knowledge that can be applied in real Azure environments, including:

• Designing secure Azure network architectures
• Implementing Zero Trust networking principles
• Reducing lateral movement between workloads
• Securing hybrid and cloud-native applications
• Centralizing network traffic inspection
• Improving visibility into network security events
• Preparing for enterprise Azure security roles and Microsoft certifications

Whether you're starting your cloud security journey or looking to deepen your Azure networking expertise, this session will equip you with practical skills to build and secure modern cloud infrastructures.

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