Identity and Access Control
The basic level of security that can be applied to authorize access to data in Azure Active Directory enabled access management. Examples of other security elements that can be super-imposed on Azure AD to secure access to data include enabling Shared Access Signature (SAS) keys to delegate fine-grained and more restrictive access (typically for external entities requiring access to data over a specific time frame). Periodic regeneration of access keys, restricting access to individuals and devices over a specific network configuration and enforcing the principle of least privilege while provisioning of access is examples of other best practices that bolster data security from an Identity and Access Control perspective.
Data Protection, Redundancy and Disaster Recovery
Microsoft Azure offers significant flexibility in securing storage accounts by allowing various configurations to protect data both at rest and during transit. These security features work together to create a robust and secure data infrastructure, which can be tailored to meet an organization’s security and governance needs. In the context of a Lakehouse architecture, Azure ensures that both security and disaster recovery strategies are integral to maintaining data integrity and availability, safeguarding sensitive information while also preparing for potential data loss scenarios.
