Inside SC-200: What It Takes to Become a Microsoft Security Analyst Hey everyone! After focused preparation and hands-on practice with Microsoft security tools, I successfully passed the SC-200 …

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A first-hand account of passing the SC-200: Microsoft Security Operations Analyst exam with a score of 790. Covers exam structure (40–69 questions, case studies, KQL-heavy content), domain breakdown, preparation strategies using Microsoft Learn and Azure Data Explorer, and key tips like prioritizing KQL practice and understanding incident response workflows. The author had 4 years of SOC experience including 2 years with Sentinel and Defender XDR.