Strengthen cloud data protection and secure Azure storage environments using Microsoft Azure security controls.

Learn how to secure Azure Files and Azure Blob Storage using identity and access management, encryption, shared access signatures, private endpoints, storage security policies and monitoring capabilities within Microsoft Azure environments.

  • Why get trained: Learn how to secure Azure Blob Storage and Azure Files using encryption, RBAC, private endpoints, shared access signatures and storage security best practices.
  • Why it matters: Cloud storage security capabilities help organizations protect sensitive business data, strengthen compliance and reduce security risks across cloud storage environments.
  • Who should attend: Azure administrators, cloud engineers, security professionals and IT practitioners responsible for securing Microsoft Azure storage services and cloud data environments.

Build practical Azure storage security and cloud data protection capabilities with Trainocate. HRD Corp Claimable.

Overview

Secure storage for Azure Files and Azure Blob Storage

In this learning path, you practice storing business data securely by using Azure Blob Storage and Azure Files. The skills validated include creating storage accounts, storage containers, and file shares. Also, configuring encryption and networking to improve the security posture.

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Skills Covered

  • Create and configure a storage account
  • Create and configure Blob Storage
  • Create and configure Azure Files
  • Configure encryption
  • Configure networking for storage

Prerequisites

  • Experience using the Azure portal to create resources.
  • Basic knowledge of unstructured data like blobs and files.
  • Basic knowledge of security concepts like identities, permissions, and encryption.
  • Basic knowledge of networking concepts like virtual networks and subnetting.

Target Audience

  • Administrator

Course Curriculum

Module 1: Create an Azure Storage Account

  • Create an Azure Storage account with the correct options for your business needs.

Learning Objectives

  • Decide how many storage accounts you need for your project.
  • Determine the appropriate settings for each storage account.
  • Create a storage account using the Azure portal.

Prerequisites

  • Experience with the Azure portal.
  • Familiarity with Azure data services including Blobs, Files, Queues, and Tables.

Module 2: Configure Azure Blob Storage

  • Learn how to configure Azure Blob Storage, including tiers and object replication.

Learning Objectives

  • Understand the purpose and benefits of Azure Blob Storage.
  • Create and configure Azure Blob Storage accounts.
  • Manage containers and blobs within Azure Blob Storage.
  • Optimize blob storage performance and scalability.
  • Implement lifecycle management policies to automate data movement and deletion.
  • Determine the best pricing plans for Azure Blob Storage.

Prerequisites

  • Basic understanding of cloud computing concepts such as virtualization, scalability, and pay-as-you-go pricing models.
  • Knowledge of Azure fundamentals including Azure Resource Manager, Azure Storage Accounts, and Azure Virtual Networks.
  • Familiarity with storage concepts such as file systems, directories, files, and data replication.
  • Experience with the Azure portal or Azure CLI.
  • Basic programming or scripting skills such as Azure PowerShell.

Module 3: Configure Azure Storage Security

  • Learn how to configure common Azure Storage security features such as storage access signatures.

Learning Objectives

  • Configure a shared access signature (SAS), including the URI and SAS parameters.
  • Configure Azure Storage encryption.
  • Implement customer-managed keys.
  • Recommend opportunities to improve Azure Storage security.

Module 4: Secure and Isolate Access to Azure Resources by Using Network Security Groups and Service Endpoints

  • Network security groups and service endpoints help secure virtual machines and Azure services from unauthorized network access.

Learning Objectives

  • Identify the capabilities and features of network security groups.
  • Identify the capabilities and features of virtual network service endpoints.
  • Use network security groups to restrict network connectivity.
  • Use virtual network service endpoints to control network traffic to and from Azure services.

Prerequisites

  • Knowledge of basic networking concepts including subnets and IP addressing.
  • Basic familiarity with Azure services, specifically Azure SQL Database and Azure Storage.
  • Familiarity with Azure virtual machines and virtual networking.

Module 5: Guided Project – Azure Files and Azure Blobs

  • Practice storing business data securely using Azure Blob Storage and Azure Files through hands-on exercises.

Learning Objectives

  • Create and configure a storage account.
  • Create and configure blob storage.
  • Create and configure Azure Files.
  • Configure encryption for storage.
  • Configure networking for storage.

Prerequisites

  • Experience using the Azure portal to create resources.
  • Basic knowledge of unstructured data such as blobs and files.
  • Basic knowledge of security concepts such as identities, permissions, and encryption.
  • Basic knowledge of networking concepts such as virtual networks and subnetting.

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December 2, 2026 - December 2, 2026

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Trainocate exam and cert

Exam & Certification

To earn this Microsoft Applied Skills credential, learners demonstrate the ability to securely store business data by using Azure Blob Storage and Azure Files.

Candidates for this credential should be familiar with Azure services, storage, networking, and virtual machine concepts.

Tasks performed

  • Create and configure a storage account
  • Create and configure Blob Storage
  • Create and configure Azure Files
  • Configure encryption
  • Configure networking for storage

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Frequently Asked Questions

AZ-1003 teaches you how to securely configure, manage, and protect Azure Blob Storage and Azure Files environments.

This course focuses on implementing secure Azure storage solutions, including storage accounts, Azure Blob Storage, Azure Files, encryption, networking security, and secure access controls. It combines hands-on labs with practical Azure storage administration scenarios.

Key learning areas:

  • Azure Storage account configuration
  • Azure Blob Storage management
  • Azure Files and Azure File Sync
  • Shared Access Signatures (SAS)
  • Storage encryption and customer-managed keys
  • Network security groups and service endpoints

Pro Tip: Focus on understanding storage security architecture and access control models because they are foundational for cloud security operations.

AZ-1003 is designed for Azure administrators and cloud professionals responsible for managing secure storage environments.

The course is intended for professionals working with Azure storage, cloud infrastructure, networking, and cloud security operations.

Best suited for:

  • Azure Administrators
  • Cloud Infrastructure Engineers
  • Cloud Security Engineers
  • Systems Administrators
  • IT Infrastructure Professionals

Pro Tip: Basic Azure administration and networking knowledge will help you apply storage security concepts more effectively.

You will learn how to securely deploy, configure, manage, and protect Azure storage environments.

The course emphasizes practical cloud storage security and administration skills aligned to real-world Azure operational environments.

Skills gained:

  • Configuring Azure Storage accounts
  • Managing Blob Storage and Azure Files
  • Implementing Shared Access Signatures (SAS)
  • Configuring encryption and customer-managed keys
  • Securing Azure Storage networking access
  • Implementing secure storage governance controls

Pro Tip: Networking and identity management concepts are just as important as storage administration itself.

Yes, AZ-1003 aligns directly with the Microsoft Applied Skills credential for secure Azure storage.

Learners who complete the training can prepare for the hands-on Microsoft Applied Skills assessment focused on Azure Blob Storage and Azure Files security operations.

Skills validated include:

  • Create and configure storage accounts
  • Configure Azure Blob Storage
  • Configure Azure Files
  • Configure encryption
  • Configure networking for storage

Pro Tip: Microsoft Applied Skills credentials focus heavily on practical implementation rather than theory-only examinations.

AZ-1003 supports cloud administration, storage engineering, and cloud security-related roles.

Organizations increasingly require professionals who can securely manage cloud storage environments and protect enterprise data.

Relevant roles:

  • Azure Administrator
  • Cloud Infrastructure Engineer
  • Cloud Storage Engineer
  • Cloud Security Administrator
  • Systems Engineer

Cloud security and storage governance skills remain highly relevant as organizations expand cloud, AI, analytics, and hybrid infrastructure initiatives.

Pro Tip: Combining Azure storage expertise with cybersecurity or AI infrastructure knowledge can significantly strengthen your long-term cloud career opportunities.

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