AZ-1003: Secure storage for Azure Files and Azure Blob Storage

This intermediate-level course teaches you how to securely store business data using Azure Blob Storage and Azure Files. You’ll learn to create and configure storage accounts, containers, and file shares, while implementing encryption and network security. Designed for administrators, this hands-on learning path helps you build a strong foundation in Azure storage services and security best practices. By the end, you'll be able to manage unstructured data securely and efficiently in the cloud.

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Prerequisites

- Experience using Azure portal to create resources
- Basic understanding of blobs and file storage
- Familiarity with identities, permissions, and encryption
- Knowledge of networking concepts like subnets and VNETs

Skills You’ll Gain

Blob Tier Management
Hybrid File Sharing
Storage Account Setup
Encryption Best Practices
Secure Data Access
File Sync Configuration
Network Rule Enforcement
Storage Monitoring Tools

Self Study Materials Included

Videos

Engaging visual content to enhance understanding and learning experience.

Podcasts

Insightful audio sessions featuring expert discussions and real-world cases.

Audiobooks

Listen and learn anytime with convenient audio-based knowledge sharing.

E-Books

Comprehensive digital guides offering in-depth knowledge and learning support.

Module Wise Quizzes

Interactive assessments to reinforce learning and test conceptual clarity.

Additional Resources

Supplementary references and list of tools to deepen knowledge and practical application.

Tools You’ll Master

Azure Portal

Azure Storage Accounts

ADLS Gen2

Azure Blob Storage

Azure Containers

Azure Files

What You’ll Learn

Configure Azure Storage

Create accounts and choose replication for durability.

Set Up Blob & Files

Enable Blob, File Sync for scalable storage access.

Implement Security Controls

Apply encryption and access policies for data protection.

Protect with NSGs & Endpoints

Secure resources using network rules and private endpoints.

Course Modules

Lesson 1: AZ-1003: Secure storage for Azure Files and Azure Blob Storage

Module 1: Create an Azure Storage Account

Module 2: Configure Azure Blob Storage

Module 3: Configure Azure Files

Module 4: Configure Azure Storage Security

Module 5: Secure and Isolate Access to Azure Resources by Using Network Security Groups and Service Endpoints

Module 6: Guided Project – Azure Files and Azure Blobs

Frequently Asked Questions

No, all tasks are performed via the Azure portal.

Yes. You can use a free or student subscription.

Unstructured data like blobs and files.

Yes, including encryption, access control, and networking.

Yes, a shareable credential is available upon completion.