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SC-200 Security Operations Analyst in Singapore: Exam Domains, Funding and Practice Exams
Summary
SC-200 is the Microsoft credential for SOC analysts working in Microsoft Sentinel and Defender XDR. This guide covers what the exam measures, what the 4 days WSQ course covers, and what you pay after SkillsFuture funding — $1,180 for Singapore Citizens and PRs aged 21 and above, or $780 for Singapore Citizens aged 40 and above.
Why SC-200 is worth sitting
Security operations is a skills-shortage role in Singapore, and Microsoft Sentinel is one of the most widely deployed SIEM platforms in the market. SC-200 certifies the analyst who lives in it day to day — writing KQL, triaging incidents across Defender XDR, and hunting for what the alerts missed.
- Managing the security operations environment is the heaviest domain at 40–45% of the exam.
- KQL is covered thoroughly — constructing queries, multi-table statements and analysing results is a core skill for any Sentinel operator.
- The full Defender suite is included: Endpoint, Office 365, Identity, Cloud Apps and Cloud.
- Threat hunting carries 20–25%, including notebooks and search jobs.
The course is mapped to the Skills Framework under Security Strategy (TSC code ICT-SNA-5021-1.1), and leads to roles such as Security Operations Analyst, Information Systems Auditor, IT Security Specialist, Network Security Analyst. Check the funding you qualify for.
The SC-200 exam at a glance
| Exam | SC-200: Microsoft Security Operations Analyst |
| Length | 100 minutes |
| Passing score | 700 out of 1000 (scaled — not 70%) |
| Certification | Security Operations Analyst Associate |
| Renewal | Free online renewal every 12 months |
SC-200 exam domains and weightings
These are the skills measured on the official study guide. The weightings tell you where to spend your revision time.
| Skills measured | Weighting |
|---|---|
| Manage a security operations environment | 40–45% |
| Respond to security incidents | 35–40% |
| Perform threat hunting | 20–25% |
Source: official Microsoft study guide, skills measured as of 28 Jul 2026.
What the WSQ course covers
The 4 days (32 hrs) WSQ - Microsoft Security Operations Analyst (SC-200) course is pitched at Intermediate level and is delivered in our Woodlands classroom with hands-on labs, followed by a 2 hrs assessment. The outline tracks the official objectives:
- Introduction to Microsoft 365 threat protection
- Mitigate incidents using Microsoft 365 Defender
- Protect your identities with Microsoft Entra ID Protection
- Remediate risks with Microsoft Defender for Office 365
- Safeguard your environment with Microsoft Defender for Identity
- Secure your cloud apps and services with Microsoft Defender for Cloud Apps
- Respond to data loss prevention alerts using Microsoft 365
- Manage insider risk in Microsoft Purview
- Investigate threats by using audit features in Microsoft Defender XDR and Microsoft Purview Standard
- Investigate threats with Content search in Microsoft Purview
- Protect against threats with Microsoft Defender for Endpoint
- Deploy the Microsoft Defender for Endpoint environment
- Implement Windows security enhancements with Microsoft Defender for Endpoint
- Perform device investigations in Microsoft Defender for Endpoint
The full outline runs to 54 topics — see the course page for the complete list.
Practise before you book the exam
Course participants get free, unlimited access to our SC-200 practice exams on the Tertiary Infotech Practice Exam Portal, in both Practice Mode (with instant explanations) and timed Exam Mode. The portal offers non-participants 10 free questions per exam.
What you actually pay: funding for SC-200 training
The full fee is $2,000 before GST. As an SWDA-funded WSQ course, the subsidy depends on your citizenship, age and who is sponsoring you:
| Who you are | Subsidy | You pay (incl. GST) |
|---|---|---|
| Non-funded / international participants | – | $2,180 |
| Singapore Citizen or PR, aged 21 and above | 50% | $1,180 |
| Singapore Citizen aged 40 and above (MCES), or SME-sponsored | 70% | $780 |
GST of $180 is charged at 9% on the full course fee of $2,000, as required for SWDA-funded courses — the subsidy applies to the course fee, not the tax.
Funding for this course is valid from 4 Mar 2024 to 3 Mar 2027. You must register and complete the course within that window to qualify.
1. SkillsFuture Credit (SFC)
Singaporeans aged 25 and above have an opening SkillsFuture Credit of $500 plus any top-ups, and those aged 40 and above received a $4,000 Mid-Career top-up. Credit can offset the fee payable after subsidy, though the Mid-Career top-up cannot be used on this course. How to claim SkillsFuture Credit.
2. SkillsFuture Enterprise Credit (SFEC)
Eligible employers can draw on SFEC to cover out-of-pocket costs when sponsoring staff. See our SFEC guide for who qualifies and how to claim.
3. PSEA
Singapore Citizens can use Post-Secondary Education Account funds to offset the fee payable after subsidy. This course carries the PSEA tag, so it is eligible.
4. UTAP
NTUC members can claim 50% of the unfunded fee under UTAP, capped at $250 a year, or $500 a year for members aged 40 and above. See the UTAP guide.
5. Absentee Payroll
Employers sponsoring staff can claim Absentee Payroll at $4.50 an hour, capped at $100,000 per enterprise per year, for the hours staff spend in training.
See the live fee breakdown for your profile →
Your route to certification
- Register for the 4 days WSQ course. Pick an intake on the course page and apply your funding at checkout.
- Attend and complete the assessment. You need at least 75% attendance and a pass in the 2 hrs assessment to receive your WSQ Statement of Attainment.
- Rehearse on the practice exams until you are consistently clearing the pass mark under timed conditions.
- Book and sit SC-200 through Pearson VUE. The certification exam is booked and paid for separately from the course.
Where to go after SC-200
SC-100, the Microsoft Cybersecurity Architect certification, is the expert-level progression. On the identity side, SC-300 is the natural companion. Browse the full Microsoft certification course catalogue to plan the next rung.
Frequently asked questions
Do I need KQL experience before this course?
No. The course covers Kusto Query Language from the ground up, including multi-table statements and result analysis, as it is essential for working in Sentinel.
Which Microsoft security products are covered?
Microsoft Sentinel, Defender XDR, Defender for Endpoint, Defender for Office 365, Defender for Identity, Defender for Cloud Apps, Defender for Cloud and Microsoft Purview.
Is the exam fee included?
No. The course fee covers training and the WSQ assessment. The SC-200 exam is booked separately through Pearson VUE.
Is this suitable for someone new to security operations?
The course is intermediate level. It suits IT professionals moving into a SOC role, but some background in systems or network administration is expected.
How long is the course?
4 days (32 hours), followed by a 2-hour assessment.
Register for Security Operations Analyst training
Seats are limited and classes fill ahead of each intake. View upcoming dates and reserve your place on the WSQ - Microsoft Security Operations Analyst (SC-200) course page, or call us on +65 6100 0613 if you would like your funding worked out first.
