In an age where cybersecurity is paramount, making use of Azure Security Center (ASC) is a proactive action that companies can take to enhance their security capabilities. Here’s a step-by-step guide to get you started.

Step 1 – Login to the Azure Portal 

Begin by logging in at portal.azure.com using your administrator credentials.

Step 2 – Access Security Center
Use the search bar on the top of the portal to type in “Security Center.” Then select the option “Security Center.”

Step 3 – Enable Security Center
You may receive a prompt in the Security Center dashboard about enabling a service. Click the “Enable button. You can choose between the Standard and Free tiers based on what you need. Standard offers enhanced features including advanced threat detection.

Step 4 Configure Security Policy
Navigate to the “Policy Section” after enabling ASC. You can modify security policies here for different Azure subscriptions and resource group. Make sure that your policies are aligned with the security needs of your organization.

Step 5 – Continuously monitor and assess
ASC will begin to evaluate your environment. Check the “Recommendations’ section regularly for insights that can be used to improve security. Follow the best practices suggested for compliance and risk reduction.

Step 6: Configure Alerts
You can configure alerts in the section “Security Alerts”. You can then receive alerts for any threats detected, and take action quickly.