Practice Microsoft Security Operations Through High-Fidelity Simulation

The SC-200T00 Helix Software-Defined Lab gives learners an interactive way to practice detecting, investigating, and responding to cybersecurity threats using Microsoft's security operations platform directly in their browser.

Learners complete realistic, carefully designed exercises covering threat detection, incident investigation, security monitoring, threat hunting, and incident response. High-fidelity screens, interactive hotspots, and responsive interface elements closely recreate key experiences within Microsoft Sentinel, Microsoft Defender XDR, and related Microsoft security management tools.

There is no virtual machine to launch and no live Microsoft security environment, subscription, or temporary credentials to manage. The lab opens quickly in the browser, allowing learners to focus on practicing the targeted skills.

What Learners Can Practice

Depending on the exercises included in the course, learners may practice workflows related to:

• Navigating Microsoft Sentinel and Microsoft Defender XDR
• Exploring Microsoft's unified security operations platform
• Monitoring security alerts and identifying potential threats
• Investigating and managing security incidents
• Analyzing security data to identify suspicious activities
• Using Microsoft Sentinel to detect and investigate threats
• Exploring Microsoft Defender for Endpoint security capabilities
• Investigating identity-related threats using Microsoft Defender for Identity
• Monitoring email and collaboration threats using Microsoft Defender for Office 365
• Creating and managing analytics rules for threat detection
• Using Kusto Query Language (KQL) to analyze security data
• Performing threat hunting and investigating indicators of compromise
• Configuring automated response and incident management workflows
• Reviewing security incidents and taking appropriate remediation actions
• Exploring security reporting, dashboards, and monitoring capabilities

Why Choose a Helix Software-Defined Lab?

Learn by Doing

Reinforce technical concepts through interactive exercises instead of passive instruction alone.

Practice Authentic Workflows

Complete tasks modeled on the interfaces, terminology, and processes used by security operations analysts and cybersecurity professionals working with Microsoft's security technologies.

Start in the Browser

Access the learning environment without provisioning a virtual machine or connecting to a live Microsoft security environment.

Practice Safely

Work through guided scenarios without changing or affecting live security policies, organizational data, or production environments.

Repeat Important Tasks

Revisit targeted workflows in a consistent environment to strengthen familiarity and confidence.

Focus on the Learning Objective

Each experience is purpose-built around specific skills, helping learners concentrate on the tasks they need to master.

Who Is This Lab For?

This lab is designed for:

• Learners preparing for Microsoft SC-200 training
• Current or aspiring security operations analysts
• Cybersecurity professionals responsible for threat detection and response
• Security operations center (SOC) analysts and team members
• IT security professionals working with Microsoft Sentinel and Microsoft Defender
• Security engineers developing incident investigation and threat hunting skills
• Instructors adding interactive practice to their courses
• Training providers delivering scalable technical education
• Organizations strengthening security operations and threat response capabilities across their teams

Software-Defined Labs and Live Labs

Helix supports different types of hands-on learning for different objectives.

Helix Software-Defined Labs provide focused, high-fidelity simulations for guided practice, repeatable exercises, and targeted skill development.

Helix Live Labs connect learners to real technology environments and support open-ended exploration, configuration, experimentation, and troubleshooting.

The two experiences are complementary. This product is a Software-Defined Lab delivered through simulation and does not provide access to a live Microsoft Sentinel, Microsoft Defender, or production security environment.

The Helix Learning Ecosystem

Helix brings together XtremeLabs’ hands-on learning solutions, including Software-Defined Labs and live virtual machine–based labs. Through Helix Labs and Helix Exchange, learners, instructors, training providers, and organizations can access practical learning experiences across Microsoft Azure, Microsoft 365, Microsoft Copilot, Windows, and other technologies.

One hands-on learning ecosystem. Multiple ways to practice. The right environment for every skill.

PRODUCT HIGHLIGHTS

• High-fidelity Microsoft security operations simulations
• Interactive, scenario-based exercises
• Browser-based access
• No live security environment required
• No virtual machine provisioning
• Safe, consistent learning experience
• Practice aligned with threat detection, investigation, and incident response
• Designed for security operations analysts and cybersecurity professionals

Labs are available in English.