SQL Server Security Best Practices: Protect Your Data
What you'll learn
- Understand SQL Server security fundamentals, including authentication, authorization, and encryption methods.
- Learn to configure Transparent Data Encryption, Always Encrypted, and Dynamic Data Masking.
- Identify SQL injection and insider threats and apply best practices to prevent vulnerabilities.
- Set up SQL Server Audit, Extended Events, and alerts for effective auditing and monitoring.
- Learn about the built-in data protection mechanisms available in SQL Server.
Requirements
- Basic knowledge of SQL Server administration is recommended.
- Access to a computer with SQL Server installed (optional).
- Familiarity with basic database concepts like tables and queries.
- Willingness to learn and apply security best practices.
Description
Learn how to secure your SQL Server databases like a pro. In this comprehensive course, you’ll explore critical topics, including:
Authentication and Authorization: Implement secure authentication methods like Windows Authentication, Mixed Mode, and Role-Based Access Control (RBAC) to protect access to your database environment.
Data Protection: Safeguard sensitive data with industry-leading encryption techniques, including Transparent Data Encryption (TDE), SSL/TLS Encryption, Always Encrypted, Dynamic Data Masking (DDM) and Row-Level Security (RLS), ensuring privacy and compliance with regulations.
Secure Development: Identify and mitigate risks such as SQL injection by mastering secure coding practices for stored procedures, adhering to the least privilege principle, and validating inputs to prevent vulnerabilities.
Auditing and Monitoring: Set up SQL Server Audit, Extended Events, and alerts to track activities, detect suspicious behavior, and respond to threats in real time while maintaining compliance with industry standards.
This course is designed for database administrators, developers, and IT professionals who aim to fortify their database environments. You’ll gain hands-on experience with practical tools and techniques to identify vulnerabilities, implement robust security measures, and ensure compliance with data protection laws and corporate policies.
Whether you are preparing for certification, enhancing your career prospects, or securing organizational assets, this course equips you with the skills and confidence to tackle modern security challenges in SQL Server environments.
By the end of this course, you’ll not only master essential SQL Server security practices but also contribute to building a resilient and compliant database infrastructure. Take your expertise to the next level and secure your future in the field of database management.
Who this course is for:
- Database administrators and IT professionals seeking to strengthen their SQL Server security skills.
- Developers aiming to secure their applications by understanding database vulnerabilities and protection strategies.
- Students or professionals preparing for advanced certifications in SQL Server or data security.
- Organizations and team leads aiming to improve compliance and protect sensitive data from breaches.
Instructor
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Hi, I’m Artemakis, and I’ve spent over 20 years immersed in the world of technology, specializing in AI, automation, databases, data management, cloud computing, and programming. My journey has allowed me to explore and master these fields, and now I’m excited to share my knowledge with you.
As a Certified Cloud, Database, and AI professional and a former Microsoft Data Platform MVP (nine years in a row), I’ve had the privilege of helping thousands of people sharpen their skills in SQL Server, Data Access/Entity Framework, Azure, .NET/C#, AI, Data Management and much more. Whether it’s through video tutorials, articles, public speaking, eBooks, or online courses, my goal is simple: to break down complex topics and make them accessible to everyone.
I’m also the founder of SQLNetHub and GnoelixiAI Hub, where I continue my mission of making advanced technology concepts easier to understand. Throughout my career, I’ve contributed to many renowned technology journals, and I truly enjoy the process of teaching and inspiring others to harness the power of cutting-edge technologies.
So, if you're ready to dive deeper into these fascinating fields and elevate your skills, I invite you to join me in one of my Udemy courses. Let’s embark on this learning journey together!