SC-5004: Defend Against Cyberthreats with Microsoft Defender XDR Intermediate
SC-5004: Defend Against Cyberthreats with Microsoft Defender XDR equips security analysts and SOC professionals with hands-on skills to investigate, respond to, and mitigate advanced cyberattacks using Microsoft’s unified XDR platform. It solves the critical pain point of fragmented threat detection by teaching integrated incident management, endpoint investigation, and KQL-powered advanced hunting. With cyberattacks rising and 182,800 information security analyst jobs reported in 2024 (BLS), demand for skilled defenders is surging.
This course prepares learners for the Microsoft Applied Skills credential in Defender XDR, enhancing readiness for roles requiring real-time threat response. Koenig Solutions provides official vendor-authorized courseware and 30-day lab access, enabling learners to master Defender XDR in realistic environments. Graduates gain the expertise to reduce organizational risk and lead incident response in modern security operations centers.
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Course Overview
SC-5004: Defend Against Cyberthreats with Microsoft Defender XDR is a specialized Microsoft training path designed for security professionals aiming to master advanced threat protection using the Microsoft Defender XDR platform. This course prepares learners for the Microsoft Applied Skills credential in Defend against cyberthreats with Microsoft Defender XDR, a performance-based assessment validating real-world security operations expertise. It is ideal for Security Operations Analysts, SOC Engineers, and Threat Hunters responsible for detecting, investigating, and responding to cyberattacks across endpoints, identities, and cloud workloads. With over 80% of Fortune 500 companies adopting Microsoft security solutions, demand for skilled Defender XDR practitioners continues to grow, making this certification highly relevant for modern security teams.
The course delivers hands-on experience with core Microsoft security tools, including Microsoft Defender for Endpoint, Microsoft 365 Defender, Microsoft Defender XDR, Azure Sentinel, and the Kusto Query Language (KQL) for advanced hunting. Students work within the Azure Portal and a simulated Microsoft 365 E5 tenant to configure the Defender XDR environment, onboard endpoints, deploy detection policies, and automate incident response workflows. A key lab component involves conducting a full device investigation after simulating a real-world attack, using forensic data and behavioral analytics to contain threats. Learners also perform Advanced Hunting with KQL to proactively identify suspicious activities across their network, gaining practical skills in query writing, threat intelligence integration, and incident correlation within a unified security operations platform.
By completing SC-5004: Defend Against Cyberthreats with Microsoft Defender XDR, professionals prepare for the Microsoft Applied Skills credential, a globally recognized validation of hands-on security operations proficiency. Certified individuals report an average salary increase of 20%, with Security Operations Analyst roles averaging $95,000–$130,000 annually in the U.S. Koenig Solutions enhances this training with Guaranteed-to-Run scheduling, official Microsoft courseware, and optional 1-on-1 mentoring to ensure mastery. Graduates emerge ready to lead threat response efforts, reduce organizational risk, and advance into senior security analyst or incident response roles within enterprise environments leveraging Microsoft’s security ecosystem.
What You'll Learn
Skills You'll Gain
Prerequisites
- Knowledge equivalent to SC-200: Microsoft Security Operations Analyst certification
- Active Microsoft 365 E5 subscription access for hands-on lab environments
- Experience with Role-Based Access Control (RBAC) in Microsoft Entra ID
- Proficiency in Microsoft Defender portal management and deployment
- Foundational understanding of Microsoft Defender for Endpoint threat response
- Operational familiarity with Microsoft Sentinel for security data analysis
- Practical experience using Kusto Query Language (KQL) for threat hunting and incident investigation within the SC-5004: Defend Against Cyberthreats with Microsoft Defender XDR course by Microsoft
Certification Exam
Everything you need to know about the SC-5004 certification exam
Course Curriculum
Structured learning with hands-on labs and real-world scenarios
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Day 1– SC-5004: Foundations of Microsoft Defender XDR and Incident Management
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Day 2– SC-5004: Deploying and Managing Defender for Endpoint
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Day 3– SC-5004: Optimizing Detection, Analytics, and Secure Score
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Day 4– SC-5004: Automating Workflows and XDR Integration
What's Included in Your Training
Every enrollment comes packed with resources to maximise your learning and exam success
Exam Preparation Materials
Practice Test Questions (200+)
Certificate of Completion
Post-Training Support (30 days)
Session Recording Access
Free Rescheduling (7+ days notice)
Career Outcomes
of SC-5004 certified professionals report career advancement within 6 months
Salary Impact
Average salary increase reported after obtaining the SC-5004 certification
*Source: Glassdoor / LinkedIn 2025
Job Roles
- Security Operations Analyst
- SOC Security Engineer
- Incident Response Analyst
- Threat Hunter
- Information Security Analyst
- Digital Forensics Analyst
Companies Hiring
and 5,000+ organizations worldwide seeking SC-5004 certified professionals
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