<p>Any IT professional can tell you that managing security is a top priority and even more so when working in the cloud. Access to accurate and timely security information is critical, but governance and control must first be enabled. This guide shows you how to take advantage of Azure's vast and powerful built-in security tools and capabilities for your application workloads.</p>
<p><b><i>Pro Azure Governance and Security</i></b> offers a comprehensive look at the governance features available with Microsoft Azure and demonstrates how to integrate them with your hybrid and Azure environments, drawing on the author's experiences from years in the field. Learn about the array of controls implemented within Microsoft Azure from two valuable perspectives: the customer and Microsoft operations. </p> <p>Beginning with the top-level subscription hierarchy, learn about the most important built-in Azure security services and features, as well as how to use Azure Policies and Blueprints as a means for security and governance. A series of hands-on exercises teaches you the concepts of Azure Governance: how to enable and deploy Azure Security Center, integrate RBAC (role-based access control), and set up Azure Operations and Monitoring. Get introduced to the new Azure Sentinel solution that offers SIEM as a service for security incident management and proactive hunting.</p>
<br><br><b>What You'll Learn</b> <ul>
<li>Understand different architectural designs for implementing Azure Security<br>
</li>
<li>Operate and monitor an Azure environment</li>
<li>Deploy Azure Governance, Policies, and Blueprints</li>
<li>Discover key Azure features that enhance security</li>
<li>Implement and confidently access Azure Security Center</li>
<li>Get to know Azure Sentinel</li>
</ul> <p><b>Who This Book Is For</b></p>
<p>Technical engineers, consultants, solution and cloud architects, IT managers, and SecOps teams who need to understand how to integrate governance, security, and compliance in hybrid and Azure environments. A basic understanding of Azure or other public cloud platforms is beneficial, but not required.</p>

Pro Azure Governance and Security: A Comprehensive Guide to Azure Policy, Blueprints, Security Center, and Sentinel

Computers & Technology

Erskine, Samuel

De Tender, Peter

Rendón, David

Web Development & Design

Apress

<p>From the Back Cover\nLearn how to leverage infrastructure as code with Azure Resource Manager (ARM) and the best practices to build, test, debug, and deploy your applications in Microsoft Azure using ARM templates and the new domain-specific language Bicep.As organizations consider moving partially or fully to the cloud, infrastructure as code (IaC) has become a key component to improving time to market for their applications. However, it is critical that enterprise infrastructure professionals use the right resources and strategies to build the infrastructure required to run applications in the cloud. Azure cloud-native components and capabilities automate the build and deployment process, offering a myriad of compelling reasons to leverage IaC to build your applications in Azure.\nStarting with the evolution of the software-defined approach and building on the basic concepts of infrastructure as code, this book provides you with comprehensive guidance to learn Azure Resource Manager from the ground up. You will learn the best practices for deploying and maintaining application infrastructure, such as template authoring tooling enhancements, Azure DevOps integrations, and updates to the deployment platform.<br />
After reading this book, you will understand the breadth and use cases of ARM capabilities and tooling within Microsoft Azure. You will be able to build, test, debug, and deploy your ARM templates and know how to use infrastructure as code to better manage the life cycle of your applications in Azure.<br />
What You Will Learn Introduces the concepts of infrastructure as code and how to leverage it using Azure Resource Manager Teaches how to enable and deploy Azure Resource Manager templates Covers the basic core elements of an ARM template to start authoring your templates and building your applications in the cloud Dives into core components such as parameters, variables, functions, dependencies, deployment modes, loops, conditions), enabling nested templates Reveals the built-in services and features in Azure, allowing the debugging process and validation process of the ARM templates Discusses “Bicep” the language for ARM templates and the DevOps integration to deploy ARM templatesThis book is for people who build, install, repair, or maintain the hardware and software associated with computer systems on-premises and who want to learn about the deployment and provisioning process of applications in the Microsoft Cloud using an infrastructure as code approach through Azure Resource Manager. Readers should have an Azure account and be familiar with the main Azure services (storage, compute, networking, management). Basic knowledge of PowerShell is also useful.\nDavid Rendon is an eight time awarded Microsoft MVP currently working as a Solutions Architect at Kemp Technologies. As an Azure expert and IT professional with more than 15 years of experience, most of his professional experience has been with Microsoft technologies. He conducts private training classes globally (India, South America, USA) that help companies migrate critical applications to the cloud and train their staff to be certified cloud architects. He is passionate about travel, action-packed tech days with peers, and getting down in the trenches of technology road maps. He regularly presents at public IT events such as Microsoft Ignite, Global Azure, local user group events across the US, Europe, and Latin America and is active on Twitter @DaveRndn.\nIntermediate</p>

Building Applications with Azure Resource Manager (ARM): Leverage IaC to Vastly Improve the Life Cycle of Your Applications

Networking & Cloud Computing

<p>As Artificial Intelligence becomes the next generation of software solutions in recent decades, Microsoft AI has been used for a while by providing Pre-Build AI and Custom AI. Microsoft AI now is a combination of different tools from cognitive service APIs that is a Pre-Build tools. This tool has been used in many different software development tools as well as has been embed in other Microsoft tools such as AI Builder in Power Apps and Power BI. Moreover, other platforms like Azure ML Studio and Azure Machine learning workspace that provide the opportunity to create the machine learning model easily for non-data scientists and data scientists.Microsoft AI MVP book is not like a normal book that you use to learn AI in. This book is a collective of articles from seventeen AI and Azure Microsoft MVPs. Each chapter focused on a very particular subject. The author of that chapter as the subject matter expert shared their opinion and experience and knowledge with the reader specifically. This book is not covering all aspects of Microsoft AI product and toolset, and it never intended to do so. For learning Microsoft AI from beginner level to advanced, you have to read multiple books, and there are many books in the market for it. Some of those books are already used as a reference in chapters of this book. Who is this book for - AI and ML Developers: If you are building AI and ML application, this book has great tips that can help you in building AI and ML application - Architects: If you are an architect and want to implement a strategy and governance for Microsoft AI usage in your organization, this book has tips and chapters for you. - Citizen Data Scientists: If you are not a data scientist but want to learn easy ways of using AI, this book has explained some tricks for you. - .NET Developers: If you are a programmer or developer, who wants to extend possibilities of using AI and embed that in your application, this book will show you methods for it. - Consultant and Expert: If you are already using AI and consider yourself as an expert in the field, this book will give you a great experience that other experts are sharing with you in their real-world scenarios. This can be a good reference book in your bookshelves to go back and read some of the best practices time by time. Who this book is not for - This is not a book to learn Microsoft AI from zero. There are beginner chapters, but there is no single story in the entire book to follow. - This is not a book that teaches you all about AI. There are many subjects that are not covered in this book, because of time constraints, and also the scope of things to learn in the world of Microsoft AI. This is not one book; learn it all. How the book is organized Each chapter is written on a specific subject by a different author. The book is organized in this way, that as a reader, you can choose any chapter without needing to read other chapters in advance, start from any chapter, and finish at any chapter you want.</p>

Microsoft AI MVP Book: A Practical Guide to Microsoft AI Written by 17 AI and Azure MVPs from All Around the World

Etaati, Leila

Altaiar, Has

Natarajan, Anupama

Ghonaim, Ashraf

Vetter, Cameron

Castro, Eduardo

Andreev, Ivelin

Maguire, Jamie

Szeliga, Marcin

Computer Science

Independently published

<p>Enhance your career as an Azure architect with cutting-edge tools, expert guidance, and resources from industry leaders Key Features Develop your business case for the cloud with technical guidance from industry experts Address critical business challenges effectively by leveraging proven combinations of Azure services Tackle real-world scenarios by applying practical knowledge of reference architectures Purchase of the print or Kindle book includes a free PDF eBook Book Description<br />
Azure is a sophisticated technology that requires a detailed understanding to reap its full potential and employ its advanced features. This book provides you with a clear path to designing optimal cloud-based solutions in Azure, by delving into the platform's intricacies.<br />
You’ll begin by understanding the effective and efficient security management and operation techniques in Azure to implement the appropriate configurations in Microsoft Entra ID. Next, you’ll explore how to modernize your applications for the cloud, examining the different computation and storage options, as well as using Azure data solutions to help migrate and monitor workloads. You’ll also find out how to build your solutions, including containers, networking components, security principles, governance, and advanced observability. With practical examples and step-by-step instructions, you’ll be empowered to work on infrastructure-as-code to effectively deploy and manage resources in your environment.<br />
By the end of this book, you’ll be well-equipped to navigate the world of cloud computing confidently. What you will learn Implement and monitor cloud ecosystem including, computing, storage, networking, and security Recommend optimal services for performance and scale Provide, monitor, and adjust capacity for optimal results Craft custom Azure solution architectures Design computation, networking, storage, and security aspects in Azure Implement and maintain Azure resources effectively Who this book is for<br />
This book is an indispensable resource for Azure architects looking to develop cloud-based services along with deploying and managing applications within the Microsoft Azure ecosystem. It caters to professionals responsible for crucial IT operations, encompassing budgeting, business continuity, governance, identity management, networking, security, and automation. If you have prior experience in operating systems, virtualization, infrastructure, storage structures, or networking, and aspire to master the implementation of best practices in the Azure cloud, then this book will become your go-to guide. Table of Contents Identity Foundations with Azure Active Directory and Microsoft Entra Managing Access to Resources Using Azure Active Directory Using Microsoft Sentinel to Mitigate Lateral Movement Paths Understanding Azure Data Solutions Migrating to the Cloud End-to-End Observability in Your Cloud and Hybrid Environments Working with Containers in Azure Understanding Networking in Azure Securing Access to Your Applications Governance in Azure – Components and Services Building Solutions in Azure Using the Bicep Language Using Azure Pipelines to Build Your Infrastructure in Azure Continuous Integration and Deployment in Azure DevOps Tips from the Field</p>

Azure Architecture Explained: A comprehensive guide to building effective cloud solutions

Business & Money

Hargreaves, Brett

Industries

Packt Publishing

<p><b>Develop expertise in Azure to plan, guide, and lead a streamlined modernization process</b> <h4>Key Features</h4> <ul> <li>Explore core Azure infrastructure technologies and solutions</li> <li>Achieve smooth app migration and modernization goals with cloud design</li> <li>Master Azure architecture and adopt it to scale your business globally</li> <li>Purchase of the print or Kindle book includes a free PDF eBook</li> </ul> <h4>Book Description</h4> Azure for Decision Makers provides a comprehensive overview of the latest updates in cloud security, hybrid cloud and multi-cloud solutions, and cloud migration in Azure. This book is a must-have introduction to the Microsoft Azure cloud platform, demonstrating the substantial scope of digital transformation and innovation that can be achieved with Azure's capabilities.The first set of chapters will get you up to speed with Microsoft Azure's evolution before showing you how to integrate it into your existing IT infrastructure. Next, you'll gain practical insights into application migration and modernization, focusing mainly on migration planning, implementation, and best practices. Throughout the book, you'll get the information you need to spearhead a smooth migration and modernization process, detailing Azure infrastructure as a service (IaaS) deployment, infrastructure management, and key application architectures. The concluding chapters will help you to identify and incorporate best practices for cost optimization and management, Azure DevOps, and Azure automation.By the end of this book, you'll have learned how to lead end-to-end Azure operations for your organization and effectively cost-optimize your processes &#9472; from the planning and cloud migration stage through to troubleshooting. <h4>What you will learn</h4> <ul> <li>Find out how to optimize business costs with Azure</li> <li>Strategize the migration of applications to the cloud with Azure</li> <li>Smooth out the deployment and running of Azure infrastructure services</li> <li>Effectively define roles, responsibilities, and governance frameworks in DevOps</li> <li>Maximize the utility of Azure security fundamentals and best practices</li> <li>Adopt best practices to make the most of your Azure deployment</li> </ul> <h4>Who this book is for</h4> <p>Azure for Decision Makers is for business and IT decision makers who want to choose the right technology solutions for their businesses and optimize their management processes. It'll help you develop expertise in operating and administering the Azure cloud. This book will also be useful for CIOs and CTOs looking to understand more about how IT can make their business infrastructure more efficient and easier to use, which will reduce friction within their organization. Knowledge of Azure is helpful, but not necessary to get the most out of this guide.</p> ]]></p>

Azure for Decision Makers: The essential guide to Azure for business leaders

Lee, Jack

Milgram, Jason

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