Pro Azure Governance and Security

Pro Azure Governance and Security will be an indispensable guide for IT professionals, cloud architects, and security engineers aiming to master the latest governance and security practices within Microsoft Azure. This updated edition will build on the foundational elements of the original book, integrating cutting-edge technologies and tools that have emerged in recent years. The book will provide a comprehensive understanding of how to effectively utilize Azure Policy, Blueprints, Security Center, and Sentinel, while also introducing new topics such as Azure AI, Copilot, Copilot Studio, and other advanced governance and security tools. In an era where digital transformation is accelerating, organizations are increasingly moving their workloads to the cloud. Effective governance and security practices are crucial to ensure that these cloud environments are compliant, secure, and resilient. With the continuous evolution of cloud technologies, it is essential to stay updated with the latest tools and methodologies. This book will address these needs by providing comprehensive coverage of both foundational and advanced topics, making it a vital resource for anyone responsible for managing and securing Azure environments. The integration of AI, machine learning, and automation tools like Azure Copilot will further enhance the ability to proactively manage and secure cloud resources. By incorporating these cutting-edge technologies, the book will ensure that readers are equipped with the knowledge and skills required to navigate the complexities of modern cloud governance and security effectively. What You'll Learn

• Modern Governance in the Cloud
• Advanced Azure Scaffold for Enterprise Architecture
• Contemporary Azure Naming Conventions and Standards
• Comprehensive Azure Policy Implementation
• Enhanced Security with Azure Security Center
• Leveraging Azure Monitor and Log Analytics for Operations
• Scaling Governance with Azure Blueprints and DevOps
• Azure Sentinel: Next-Generation SIEM
• Integrating AI and Machine Learning in Cloud Security
• Implementing Zero Trust Architecture in Azure
• Multi-Cloud and Hybrid Cloud Governance
• Future Directions in Cloud Governance and Security
• Harnessing Azure AI and Copilot for Governance and Security
• Additional Azure Governance and Security Tools

Who This Book Is For 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. Chapter 1: Modern Governance in the Cloud.- Chapter 2: Advanced Azure Scaffold for Enterprise Architecture.- Chapter 3: Contemporary Azure Naming Conventions and Standards.- Chapter 4: Comprehensive Azure Policy Implementation.-  Chapter 5: Enhanced Security with Azure Security Center.- Chapter 6: Leveraging Azure Monitor and Log Analytics for Operations.- Chapter 7: Scaling Governance with Azure Blueprints and DevOps.- Chapter 8: Azure Sentinel: Next-Generation SIEM.- Chapter 9: AI and Machine Learning in Cloud Security.- Chapter 10: Implementing Zero Trust Architecture in Azure.- Chapter 11: Multi-Cloud Environment.- Chapter 12: Future Directions in Cloud Governance and Security.- Chapter 13: Harnessing Azure AI and Copilot for Governance and Security.- Chapter 14: Elevating Skills in Azure Governance and Security.