Microsoft Cloud IT Pro Podcast Episode 401 – Zero Trust in Microsoft 365
May 8, 2025
Dive into the world of Zero Trust in Microsoft 365. Discover how identity management and Entra ID are vital for security. Learn strategies for securing endpoints, balancing corporate and BYOD policies. Explore the complexities of network traffic and conditional access in a SaaS environment. Uncover the role of Defender for Cloud in managing shadow IT and protecting sensitive data with DLP policies. Gain insights on practical implementation techniques and real-world examples to enhance security postures.
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Start With Identity Management
- Start Zero Trust implementation with identity management, focusing on Entra ID and Azure AD.
- Implement multi-factor authentication and enforce least privilege access to secure user identity.
Focus on Endpoint Compliance
- Verify and manage endpoints by checking device compliance rather than solely relying on domain join status.
- Adapt device policies across corporate and BYOD environments to balance security and user experience.
Network Security with Conditional Access
- Use conditional access policies to define trusted networks via IP addresses or country-based trust.
- Explore global secure access for encrypted tunnels and enhanced monitoring of Microsoft 365 network traffic.
