SC-401: Information Security Administrator
Microsoft Purview — sensitivity labels, DLP, retention, insider risk, Adaptive Protection, and DSPM for AI.
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Official Exam Details
| Duration | 100 minutes |
| Questions | 40–60 |
| Passing Score | 700 / 1000 |
| Exam Cost | $165 USD |
| Testing Provider | Pearson VUE |
| Validity | Renew annually (free via Microsoft Learn) |
| Question Types | Multiple choice, Multiple response, Drag-and-drop, Case study |
Domain Breakdown
| Domain | Questions |
|---|---|
| Implement Information Protection | 84 |
| Implement DLP and Retention | 84 |
| Manage Risks, Alerts, and Activities | 82 |
Free Study Guide
This cert includes a complete study guide with 25 modules — free forever.
Domain 1: Implement Information Protection
- Know Your Data: Sensitive Info Types 12 min
- Custom Sensitive Info Types: Build Your Own 14 min
- EDM & Fingerprinting: Detect Exact Data 14 min
- Trainable Classifiers: AI-Powered Detection 13 min
- Sensitivity Labels: Create & Protect 14 min
- Sensitivity Labels: Publish & Auto-Apply 14 min
- Email Encryption: Lock Down Messages 12 min
- Purview IP Client: Classify Files at Scale 12 min
Domain 2: Implement DLP and Retention
- DLP Foundations: Stop Data Leaks 12 min
- DLP Policies: Build, Manage & Extend 15 min
- DLP: Precedence & Adaptive Protection 14 min
- Endpoint DLP: Setup & Configuration 13 min
- Endpoint DLP: Advanced Rules & Monitoring 13 min
- Retention: Plan Your Data Lifecycle 14 min
- Retention Labels: Publish & Auto-Apply 13 min
- Retention: Policies, Precedence & Recovery 13 min
Domain 3: Manage Risks, Alerts, and Activities
- Insider Risk: Foundations & Setup 14 min
- Insider Risk: Policies & Indicators 14 min
- Insider Risk: Investigate & Close Cases 14 min
- Adaptive Protection: Risk Levels Meet DLP 12 min
- Purview Audit: Investigate & Retain 13 min
- Activity Explorer & Content Search 12 min
- Alert Response: Purview, XDR & Cloud Apps 13 min
- DSPM for AI: Setup & Controls 13 min
- DSPM for AI: Policies & Monitoring 12 min
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the passing score for the Information Security Administrator exam?
The passing score for Information Security Administrator (SC-401) is 700 / 1000. Our practice exams use an 80% threshold to help you build confidence before the real test.
How long is the Information Security Administrator exam?
The official Information Security Administrator exam is 100 minutes long. You can simulate this time pressure using our Exam Mode, which includes a countdown timer and auto-submit.
How much does the Information Security Administrator exam cost?
The Information Security Administrator certification exam costs $165 USD. You can prepare with our 250-question practice exam for just $9 (1 year access) — a fraction of the real exam fee. Plus, our complete study guide is free forever.
How many questions are on the Information Security Administrator exam?
The official Information Security Administrator exam has 40–60 questions. Our practice bank includes 250 exam-style questions with detailed explanations covering all 3 domains.
How long is the Information Security Administrator certification valid?
The Information Security Administrator certification is valid for: Renew annually (free via Microsoft Learn). Plan your recertification early and use our practice exams to stay sharp.
Is the Information Security Administrator practice exam worth it?
Yes — our 250-question practice exam includes three study modes (Study, Exam Simulation, and Flashcards with spaced repetition), detailed explanations for every answer, adaptive question selection, and progress tracking across all 3 domains. The complete study guide is free forever. 20 practice questions are free with no account needed. Full access is $9 for 1 year.
How do I prepare for the Information Security Administrator certification?
Start with our free study guide to build your foundation, then use Study Mode for instant feedback and concept learning. Switch to Exam Mode for timed practice under real conditions (100 minutes, 700 / 1000 to pass). Use Flashcards with spaced repetition to retain key facts long-term. Track your readiness score across all domains.
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