1. What is the Microsoft SC-200 exam designed for?
The Microsoft SC-200 exam, also known as “Microsoft Security Operations Analyst,” is designed for security operations analysts who work to reduce organizational risk. This involves rapidly remediating active attacks, advising on threat protection improvements, and identifying policy violations using Microsoft security technologies.
2. What are the key skill areas assessed in the SC-200 exam?
The exam evaluates skills across several critical areas, including managing a security operations environment, configuring protections and detections, managing incident response, and managing security threats.
3. What is the target audience for the Microsoft SC-200 certification?
The target audience for the SC-200 certification includes security operations analysts who perform triage, respond to incidents, mitigate risk using exposure management, and hunt for threats with threat intelligence, often leveraging KQL for reporting and investigations within Microsoft environments.
4. What are the prerequisites or recommended knowledge for taking the exam?
Candidates should be familiar with Microsoft 365, Azure cloud services, and various operating systems, as these are foundational to managing security operations in a Microsoft ecosystem.
5. What is the format and duration of the SC-200 exam?
The exam is a proctored assessment that is typically 100 minutes long and may include interactive components, assessing practical skills in addition to theoretical knowledge.
6. Are there any resources available to help prepare for the SC-200 exam?
Yes, Microsoft provides various resources, including self-paced learning paths, instructor-led courses, detailed documentation (Microsoft Security, Microsoft 365 Defender, Microsoft Defender for Cloud, Microsoft Sentinel), Microsoft Q&A, and the Security, Compliance, and Identity community hub.
7. Is there a practice assessment available for the SC-200 exam?
Yes, a free practice assessment is available for the SC-200 exam. It helps candidates understand the question style, wording, and difficulty, allowing them to identify and address knowledge gaps before the actual exam.
8. What is the retake policy for the Microsoft exam if I fail?
If a candidate fails the exam on their first attempt, they can retake it 24 hours after the initial attempt. Subsequent retake waiting periods may vary.
9. In what languages is the exam offered?
The exam is offered in multiple languages to accommodate a global audience, including English, Japanese, and Chinese (Simplified), among others.
10. Where can I find an official study guide for the SC-200 exam?
An official study guide for Exam SC-200: Microsoft Security Operations Analyst is available on the Microsoft Learn platform. It summarizes the topics covered and provides links to additional preparation resources.
