Microsoft 365 Security Roadmap
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Reena KoulMicrosoft 365 Security Roadmap
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Reena KoulMicrosoft 365 Security Implementation
Roadmap
This roadmap outlines how to implement Zero Trust Network Access (ZTNA), Multi-Factor
Authentication (MFA), and Secure Access Service Edge (SASE)-equivalent controls in
Microsoft 365 using built-in and integrated security tools. These measures will strengthen
remote access security and ensure compliance with modern security frameworks.
1. Zero Trust Network Access (ZTNA)
Objective: Verify every access request regardless of network location, user, or device.
Steps:
1. Log in to Microsoft Entra admin center (formerly Azure AD admin center).
2. Go to Security > Conditional Access.
3. Click '+ New Policy' and define a policy name, e.g., 'Require Compliant Device Access'.
4. Select 'All Users' (exclude emergency break-glass accounts if needed).
5. Under 'Cloud apps or actions', select 'All cloud apps'.
6. In 'Conditions', configure Device platforms, Locations, or Sign-in risk as required.
7. In 'Access controls', select 'Grant access', require Multi-Factor Authentication and
'Require device to be marked as compliant'.
8. Enable the policy.
2. Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA)
Objective: Require at least two authentication factors for every user to reduce risk from
stolen credentials.
Steps:
9. Log in to Microsoft 365 admin center.
10. Navigate to Users > Active Users.
11. Click 'Multi-factor authentication' in the toolbar.
12. Select the users to enable MFA for, or enable for all users.
13. Configure MFA methods: Microsoft Authenticator app (preferred), SMS, voice call, or
FIDO2 keys.
14. Optionally, enforce MFA using Conditional Access so it applies to every sign-in, not just
when Microsoft prompts.
3. Secure Access Service Edge (SASE)-Equivalent Controls
Objective: Apply consistent network and cloud security controls regardless of user location.
Components and Setup:
Microsoft Defender for Cloud Apps (CASB): Monitor and control cloud application usage.
Access via Microsoft 365 Security & Compliance Center > Cloud Apps.
Microsoft Defender for Endpoint: Ensure devices are secure before accessing resources;
enable via Microsoft 365 Security Center.
Microsoft Secure Web Gateway (via Defender or integrated partner solutions): Block
malicious traffic and enforce web usage policies.
Integrate these services with Conditional Access to check device compliance and user
risk before granting access.
By implementing these steps, Microsoft 365 becomes a strong Zero Trust platform with
integrated MFA and SASE-like capabilities, reducing the attack surface and providing secure
access for all users, wherever they are.
