Security, Fast Focus

W08 Fast Focus: Using the Defender Exposure Score to Achieve Rapid Security Wins

August 13th, 2025

1:15pm - 1:40pm

Level: Introductory Intermediate

John O'Neill, Sr.

Chief Technologist

AWS Solutions

In this concise 20-minute session designed for IT professionals, we'll unpack the power of Microsoft Defender Exposure Score to drive quick, impactful cybersecurity enhancements within your organization. As a seasoned IT expert, I'll walk you through the ins and outs of leveraging this dynamic metric to prioritize and address vulnerabilities with precision. We'll cover how to interpret the exposure score's insights, integrate it into your existing security strategies, and take decisive action to improve your security posture.

You will learn:

  • Understand how to utilize the Defender Exposure Score to identify weaknesses
  • Validate and communicate quick cybersecurity wins to stakeholders
  • What is the Defender Exposure Score and why it's important