Configure Microsoft Intune Endpoint Security step by step guide to protect Enrolled Devices.

Introduction

In this tutorial, you will learn how to configure Microsoft Intune Endpoint Security to protect enrolled devices. This guide covers essential features such as antivirus settings, disk encryption, and more, ensuring that your devices are secure and compliant with organizational policies.

Step 1: Access the Microsoft Intune Portal

• Open your web browser and navigate to the Microsoft Intune portal.
• Log in with your administrator credentials.
• Familiarize yourself with the dashboard, which provides access to various Intune features.

Step 2: Navigate to Endpoint Security

• In the left-hand menu, find and click on Endpoint security.
• Under this section, you will see options for configuring various security settings.

Step 3: Configure Antivirus Settings

• Click on the Antivirus option within the Endpoint security section.
• Select Create policy to set up new antivirus policies.
• Choose the platform (Windows 10, macOS, etc.) for which you want to apply the policy.
• Configure the following settings:
  • Real-time protection: Enable to scan files as they are accessed.
  • Scheduled scans: Set up a regular scan schedule.
  • Actions for detected malware: Choose the actions to take when malware is found (e.g., quarantine, remove).
• Click Review + create to finalize your policy.

Step 4: Set Up Disk Encryption

• Return to the Endpoint security section and select Disk encryption.
• Click on Create policy and select the platform.
• Configure the encryption settings:
  • Require BitLocker: Enable this to enforce disk encryption.
  • Encryption method: Choose the encryption strength (e.g., XTS-AES 128 or 256).
  • Recovery options: Define how users can recover access if they forget their PIN or password.
• Click Review + create to apply the disk encryption policy.

Step 5: Implement Device Compliance Policies

• Go back to the left-hand menu and select Devices.
• Click on Compliance policies and choose Create policy.
• Select the platform and configure compliance settings:
  • Require password: Set minimum password complexity and expiration.
  • Require encryption: Ensure devices are encrypted.
  • Device health: Check for up-to-date antivirus and OS versions.
• Click Review + create to establish the compliance policy.

Step 6: Monitor and Manage Policies

• After creating your policies, navigate to the Monitor section.
• Check the status of the applied policies to ensure devices are compliant.
• Address any issues or alerts that arise, ensuring smooth operation.

Conclusion

You have successfully configured Microsoft Intune Endpoint Security to enhance the protection of your enrolled devices. Key steps included setting up antivirus and disk encryption policies, as well as establishing compliance requirements. Moving forward, regularly monitor the status of these policies and update them as necessary to adapt to evolving security needs. For further learning, consider exploring additional features within Microsoft Intune for a holistic management approach.