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Microsoft Security Operations Analyst (SC-200) ® 2026

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Quick Answer: The SC-200 (Microsoft Security Operations Analyst) costs $165, has 40-60 questions, 120-minute duration, pass score 700/1000. Covers threat mitigation using Microsoft Defender XDR, Microsoft Sentinel, and Defender for Cloud. ExamCert has practice questions available.

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Security Operations Analyst (SC-200) Study Materials

SC-200 validates your expertise in mitigating threats using Microsoft Defender XDR, Microsoft Sentinel, and Microsoft Defender for Cloud.

500+ Security Operations Questions

Real-world scenarios covering Microsoft Sentinel, Defender XDR, Defender for Cloud, and security incident response

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Each answer includes detailed walkthroughs of security operations configurations and threat mitigation best practices

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Security Operations Analyst (SC-200) Exam Domains

40-60 questions in 120 minutes. Passing score: 700/1000. Exam fee: $165 USD.

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Mitigate Threats Using Microsoft Defender XDR

Defender for Endpoint, Defender for Office 365, Defender for Identity, Defender for Cloud Apps, threat hunting with advanced hunting

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Mitigate Threats Using Microsoft Sentinel

Configure Microsoft Sentinel workspace, analytics rules, automation with SOAR playbooks, KQL queries, threat intelligence

20-25%

Mitigate Threats Using Microsoft Defender for Cloud

Security posture management, workload protection, regulatory compliance, security alerts, and recommendations

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Why SC-200?

Specialized security operations cert. Ideal for SOC analysts investigating and responding to security incidents using Microsoft security tools.

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Who Is the Microsoft SC-200 Exam For?

Target Audience

The SC-200 validates expertise in mitigating threats using Microsoft Defender XDR, Microsoft Sentinel, and Microsoft Defender for Cloud. For security operations analysts and SOC professionals investigating and responding to security incidents.

Recommended Prerequisites

  • Familiarity with Microsoft Sentinel and SIEM/SOAR concepts
  • Understanding of Microsoft Defender XDR and threat detection
  • Experience with security incident investigation and response
  • Knowledge of KQL (Kusto Query Language) for threat hunting

Official Exam Details

Exam Code
SC-200
Level
Associate
Duration
120 minutes
Questions
40-60 questions
Passing Score
700/1000
Exam Fee
$165 USD

Format: Multiple choice, case studies, drag-and-drop

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