Azure SC-400 Information Protection Guide 2026
Master Microsoft Purview data classification, DLP policies, and information governance. Complete certification guide for compliance administrators.
What is SC-400?
The SC-400: Microsoft Information Protection Administrator certification validates your expertise in implementing data protection solutions using Microsoft Purview. This associate-level certification covers sensitivity labels, DLP, and information governance.
Quick Facts
- Exam Code: SC-400
- Duration: 120 minutes
- Questions: 40-60 questions
- Passing Score: 700/1000
- Cost: $165 USD
- Prerequisites: SC-900 recommended
Exam Domains & Weightings
35-40%Implement information protection
30-35%Implement data loss prevention
25-30%Implement information governance
Key Topics to Master
1. Information Protection
- Sensitivity labels and policies
- Auto-labeling configuration
- Encryption and rights management
- Trainable classifiers
2. Data Loss Prevention
- DLP policy creation
- Endpoint DLP configuration
- DLP for Microsoft 365 apps
- Activity explorer and alerts
3. Information Governance
- Retention labels and policies
- Records management
- Data lifecycle management
- Disposition reviews
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