Data Security Posture Management with Purview

In an era of rapid cloud adoption and escalating cyber threats, keeping track of sensitive organizational data is more challenging than ever. Understanding where your data lives and how it is secured is the first step toward preventing costly leaks and compliance failures. This text-only course guides you through the core principles of Data Security Posture Management (DSPM) using Purview. You will learn how to assess security risks, implement proactive data protection measures, and align your organization with modern zero-trust security standards. What you'll learn: - Understand foundational data security posture concepts and modern zero-trust security frameworks. - Discover sensitive data automatically across diverse cloud and on-premises environments. - Configure data classification and sensitivity labels to protect intellectual property. - Analyze data risk postures using Purview's built-in assessment and insights tools. - Apply automated policies to prevent unauthorized data sharing and loss. - Monitor data activity and respond to potential compliance and security alerts. The journey begins with essential data security terminology and risk management fundamentals before moving into step-by-step written explanations on navigating the Purview portal, setting up classification rules, and interpreting security insights. This course is designed for beginner security administrators, compliance officers, and IT professionals looking to build a solid foundation in data protection with no prior Purview experience required. Start reading today to take control of your organization's data security posture.