Protecting and Remediating Sensitive Data with Purview

In an era of cloud-scale operations, securing sensitive information across a sprawling data estate is one of the most critical challenges organizations face. Understanding how to identify, classify, and protect this data is essential for modern security and compliance professionals. This course guides you through the core concepts of Data Security Posture Management (DSPM) using Purview, helping you transition from basic data awareness to active risk mitigation. You will learn how to assess security risks, implement protection strategies, and resolve oversharing vulnerabilities to maintain a strong zero-trust posture. What you'll learn: - Understand foundational data security posture management (DSPM) principles and zero-trust concepts. - Identify sensitive data types and classify information assets across your organization. - Configure data protection policies and sensitivity labels to prevent unauthorized access. - Assess and remediate data oversharing risks to minimize potential exposure. - Establish remediation workflows to respond quickly to data security alerts. The course begins with essential data security definitions and foundational compliance concepts before moving into practical policy configuration and risk remediation strategies. Through clear explanations and written scenarios, you will build the practical knowledge needed to secure critical data assets. This course is designed for IT professionals, compliance analysts, and security beginners who want to build a solid foundation in data protection. No prior experience with Purview is required. Start reading today to take control of your organization's data security posture.