Microsoft Cybersecurity Architect
SC-100
An advanced-level exam on the Cybersecurity Architect Expert track, covering Design solutions that align with security best practices and priorities, Design security operations, identity, and compliance capabilities, Design security solutions for infrastructure, and more, rated hard in difficulty, recommended for candidates with at least 24 months of hands-on experience, consisting of 144 questions in 100 minutes. Prepare with professionally curated practice questions and walk into exam day with confidence.
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Exam Details
- Time Limit
- 100 min
- Passing Score
- 700
- Exam Questions
- 144
- Exam Fee
- $165
- Format
- multiple-choice / case studies
- Difficulty
- Hard
- Exp. Needed
- 24 months
- Cert Valid
- 1 yr
- Free Questions
- 20
- Languages
- en, ja, zh-cn, ko, de, fr, es, pt-br
What the SC-100 Exam Covers
4 official domains
Design solutions that align with security best practices and priorities
Design security operations, identity, and compliance capabilities
Design security solutions for infrastructure
Design security solutions for applications and data
Who Should Take This
SC-100 target roles
Certification Path
advanced · Cybersecurity Architect Expert
| Prerequisites | AZ-500, SC-200, or SC-300 |
|---|---|
| Current Exam | SC-100 |
SC-100 exam guide
How hard is the SC-100 exam?
The SC-100 is rated hard in difficulty, most candidates prepare with at least 24 months of hands-on experience. Difficulty varies with your existing hands-on practice, so use the sample questions on this page to gauge where you stand before booking the real test.
How long should you study for the SC-100?
A practical plan for this difficulty level is 12–16 weeks of focused study at one to two hours a day. Split the time across the official domains below, finish each domain with practice questions, and reserve the final two weeks for full-length timed practice and review of missed questions.
What is the SC-100 exam format?
Expect around 144 questions, 100 minutes to complete, a passing score of 700, formats include multiple-choice,case studies, the current blueprint is version current, the official exam fee is $165 USD. It is offered in en, ja, zh-cn, ko and more languages. Check your local testing provider for delivery options and any regional pricing differences.
Who should take the SC-100 exam?
This is a advanced-level certification, the prerequisite is az-500, sc-200, or sc-300, typical target roles include cybersecurity architect, security architect. If the role you are aiming for appears on that list, the credential is a direct investment in your next job move rather than a general-purpose certificate.
What comes after the SC-100?
Candidates who pass usually continue with None, this exam sits on the Cybersecurity Architect Expert track. Map the whole path before you start studying so each certificate builds on the previous one instead of repeating the same ground.
How do you renew the SC-100 certification?
The certification remains valid for 1 year, renewal is possible via pass free online assessment on microsoft learn. Plan the renewal before the expiry date so the credential never lapses on your CV or job application.
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