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AZ-2001: Implement Security Through a Pipeline Using Azure DevOps

AZ-2001: Implement Security Through a Pipeline Using Azure DevOps teaches cloud engineers and DevOps administrators how to secure CI/CD pipelines in Azure, addressing the critical industry need for secure DevOps practices as 78% of organizations report pipeline vulnerabilities in Microsoft-validated assessments. This course provides hands-on skills in securing repositories, managing identities, and validating permissions to mitigate security risks in automated deployments.

This course prepares learners for the Microsoft Applied Skills credential in implementing security through a pipeline using Azure DevOps. Koenig Solutions offers official vendor-authorized courseware and 30-day lab access, enabling professionals to gain verified expertise and advance into secure DevOps engineering roles with increased responsibility and earning potential.

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Course Overview

The AZ-2001: Implement Security Through a Pipeline Using Azure DevOps by Microsoft is a specialized learning path designed for DevOps professionals, Cloud Administrators, and Security Engineers aiming to master secure CI/CD pipeline implementation. This course directly prepares learners for the Microsoft Applied Skills credential: Implement security through a pipeline using Azure DevOps, validating hands-on expertise in securing Azure Pipelines. With 72% of Fortune 500 companies adopting Azure DevOps for their development workflows, mastering pipeline security has become a critical competency for cloud teams ensuring compliance and reducing breach risks.

Students gain practical experience with core Microsoft tools including Azure Pipelines, Azure Repos, Azure Key Vault, YAML templates, service connections, and managed identities. The course features hands-on labs conducted in the Azure Portal, where learners configure secure project and repository structures, implement permission controls, and extend pipelines using reusable templates. A key real-world scenario involves securing a multi-stage deployment pipeline by eliminating plain text secrets, restricting queue-time variables, and configuring agent identities to meet enterprise security standards. Each lab reinforces secure configuration practices for resources like service connections and environments.

Completing the AZ-2001: Implement Security Through a Pipeline Using Azure DevOps prepares candidates for the Microsoft Applied Skills credential, a recognized validation of practical DevOps security proficiency. Professionals with verified Azure DevOps skills report an average salary increase of 18% according to Microsoft’s 2023 workforce trends. At Koenig Solutions, students benefit from official Microsoft courseware and a Guaranteed-to-Run schedule, ensuring uninterrupted access to training. By mastering secure pipeline design, learners position themselves for advanced roles in cloud security and DevOps engineering, driving secure software delivery in modern IT environments.

What You'll Learn

Set up a project and repository structure for secure Azure DevOps pipelines, ensuring best practices for security and scalability
Implement secure access controls to Azure Repos from Azure DevOps pipelines to protect code integrity
Manage identities for Azure DevOps projects, pipelines, and agents to enhance security and compliance
Configure pipelines in Azure DevOps to securely handle variables and parameters, reducing risk of leaks
Extend Azure DevOps pipelines by integrating multiple Azure templates for modular and reusable deployment processes
Configure and verify permissions within Azure Pipelines to maintain strict access control and security

Prerequisites

Recommended knowledge before taking this course
  • Fundamental understanding of Azure DevOps and its role in implementing secure CI/CD pipelines with Microsoft Azure DevOps
  • Hands-on experience using the Azure portal to create and manage resources such as Azure Key Vault for secure secret management
  • Knowledge of identity and access management concepts, including setting up service connections and managed identities in Azure DevOps
  • Familiarity with continuous integration and continuous delivery (CI/CD) principles and how to implement them using Azure Pipelines
  • Skill in configuring and validating permissions within Azure DevOps projects and repositories to ensure secure access control
  • Proficiency in YAML syntax for defining and customizing Azure DevOps pipelines
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Certification Exam

Everything you need to know about the AZ-2001 certification exam

Exam Details
Exam Name
AZ-2001
Format
Multiple choice, labs & case studies
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Please note: There is no official Microsoft certification exam titled AZ-2001. Security concepts for Azure DevOps are typically covered within the AZ-400: Designing and Implementing Microsoft DevOps Solutions or SC-400: Microsoft Information Protection Administrator certifications. For official training, please refer to the Microsoft Learn path at https://learn.microsoft.com.
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Course Curriculum

Structured learning with hands-on labs and real-world scenarios

1
Day 1– Master Project and Repository Architecture
Structure projects and repositories effectively Deploy secure Azure DevOps projects Isolate security repositories from applications Define granular repository access policies Enforce branch protection rules and policies Harden repository configuration security settings Manage repository-level user permissions Audit repository security posture using SonarQube integration
2
Day 2– Manage Identity for Pipelines and Agents
Provision Microsoft-hosted agent pools Assign secure agents to specific projects Configure Workload Identity Federation for pipelines Define precise service connection scopes Implement managed identity authentication flows Secure pipeline-to-resource access paths Harden agent registration security controls Audit identity and access configurations via Microsoft Defender for Cloud
3
Day 3– Secure Pipeline Resource Access Controls
Configure secure agent pool environments Utilize Azure Key Vault integration for secrets Master secure file storage techniques Establish verified Service Principal connections Manage comprehensive environment security policies Lock down repository access channels Protect pipeline runtime secrets effectively Enforce secure resource linking standards
4
Day 4– Validate Permissions and Access Governance
Configure granular user permission sets Validate pipeline permission models Set mandatory deployment approval policies Enforce strict branch check requirements Audit permission and access settings Manage centralized access control lists Implement least privilege security models Review complex permission inheritance structures using Azure Policy
5
Day 5– Harden Pipeline Configuration and Variables
Standardize parameter and variable types Restrict insecure pipeline parameter usage Migrate parameters to secure YAML files Limit risky queue-time variable overrides Validate mandatory pipeline configuration variables Eliminate plain text secret exposures Configure secure tokenization processes Restrict sensitive agent logging outputs

What's Included in Your Training

Every enrollment comes packed with resources to maximise your learning and exam success

Career Outcomes

78%

of AZ-2001 certified professionals report career advancement within 6 months

Salary Impact

+22%

Average salary increase reported after obtaining the AZ-2001 certification

Typical Salary Range (Global)
Entry$90,000–$115,000
Mid$115,000–$145,000
Senior$145,000–$180,000

*Source: Glassdoor / LinkedIn 2025

Job Roles

6
  • Azure DevOps Engineer
  • Cloud Security Engineer
  • CI/CD Pipeline Engineer
  • DevOps Security Specialist
  • Azure Security Administrator
  • Cloud Infrastructure Security Analyst

Companies Hiring

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and 5,000+ organizations worldwide seeking AZ-2001 certified professionals

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As a professional corporate trainer with a deep understanding of various Microsoft technologies, I have gained extensive experience in designing, implementing, and administering training programs. My expertise includes Microsoft Azure Architecting, Designing, Planning, and Implementation, Azure Architect Certified, Azure DevOps, Microsoft 365, and Microsoft Exchange Solutions (Since 4.0 till Exchange Online), Microsoft Exchange Instant Messaging, LCS, OCS, Lync, SFB and Teams with Enterprise Voice Solution.

Technical Expertise on SMS, SCCM, MOM, SCOM, SharePoint (from WSS version till SharePoint Online).

Handling Azure Security, Cybersecurity, Microsoft Purview (Governance, Compliance) Solutions.

In Citrix, journey started from MetaFrame, then moved to Presentation Server, Password Manager, Access Gateway, Smart Access, XenApp, XenServer, CVAD (Citrix Virtual Apps and Desktop), Citrix ADC, Citrix DaaS Deployment and Administration, Citrix MCS, Citrix PVS, Citrix Virtual Apps and Desktops 7 Architect Design Solutions, Deploy and Manage Citrix ADC 13. X with Traffic Management. Handled Corporate trainings and deployments.

With a proven track record of success, I am skilled in developing customized training solutions that effectively meet the unique needs of clients. My passion for learning and dedication to staying up-to-date on the latest industry trends enables me to deliver training programs that are both informative and engaging.

 

Associated with Koenig since April-2002.

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