Microsoft 365 Copilot Security Roadmap: Essential Eight Alignment
ASD Blueprint and E8 controls for Copilot Wave 3
Map all eight ACSC Essential Eight controls to Microsoft 365 Copilot Wave 3, configure ASD Blueprint ML2 settings with audit evidence, and govern Copilot Studio multi-agent deployments in Australian organisations.
At a Glance
Who it's for
- Security engineers responsible for Essential Eight alignment in Copilot environments
- IRAP assessors and security architects reviewing Copilot deployments
- CISOs and security leads building the 90-day Copilot security roadmap
- IT administrators configuring ASD Blueprint ML2 for Wave 3
Course Details
Course Overview
The ACSC Essential Eight was designed before autonomous AI agents existed, but its controls map directly to the security requirements of Microsoft 365 Copilot Wave 3 — and in some cases, Wave 3 introduces new control requirements that go beyond Essential Eight. This advanced course builds the complete 90-day security roadmap that Australian organisations and government agencies need to deploy Copilot Wave 3 in alignment with Essential Eight, the ASD Blueprint for Secure Cloud, and the Information Security Manual. Across 12 hours of technical instruction, you will work through all eight Essential Eight controls mapped to Copilot Wave 3 requirements, configure ASD Blueprint ML2 settings with the specific audit evidence that IRAP assessors and internal auditors require, and build the Copilot Studio multi-agent governance framework. The course identifies five additional security controls that are required for Wave 3 but not covered by Essential Eight — including agentic task execution boundaries, Copilot Cowork subprocessor security, Work IQ data minimisation, cross-tenant agent isolation, and AI interaction audit trails. The course is structured as a 90-day roadmap: Days 1–30 cover foundational controls, Days 31–60 cover advanced configuration and testing, and Days 61–90 cover audit evidence collection and ongoing monitoring. On completion, participants will have a complete audit evidence pack ready for IRAP assessment and internal governance review.
What You'll Learn
Course Curriculum
Module 1: Module 1: Essential Eight Mapped to Copilot Wave 3
2.5 hours- Application control: governing Copilot Studio agent deployments and plugin execution
- Patch applications: Copilot-connected app update cadence and vulnerability surface
- Configure Microsoft Office macros: macro policies in Copilot-integrated Office workflows
- User application hardening: browser controls and Copilot for web data handling
- Restrict administrative privileges: least-privilege for Copilot admin and agent accounts
- Patch operating systems: endpoint hardening for Copilot client access
- Multi-factor authentication: phishing-resistant MFA for Copilot-licensed users
- Regular backups: Copilot-generated content and agent state backup requirements
Module 2: Module 2: ASD Blueprint ML2 Configuration
2.5 hours- ASD Blueprint for Secure Cloud: Copilot-specific ML2 configuration requirements
- Conditional Access policies: Compliant Device, MFA, and Named Location for Copilot
- Entra ID Privileged Identity Management: just-in-time access for Copilot admin roles
- Microsoft Defender for Office 365: Safe Links and Safe Attachments in Copilot workflows
- Microsoft Purview audit log retention: 12-month retention for Copilot IRAP evidence
- Configuration documentation: screenshot evidence format for IRAP assessors
Module 3: Module 3: Copilot Studio Multi-Agent Governance
2.5 hours- Copilot Studio architecture: custom agents, connectors, and the agent orchestration layer
- Agent isolation: cross-tenant data access prevention and connector scope limitation
- Delegated agent permissions: least-privilege OAuth scope design for Copilot Studio agents
- Agent testing and red-teaming: identifying prompt injection and data exfiltration vectors
- Copilot Studio DLP policies: blocking sensitive data connectors in agent workflows
- Agent lifecycle management: deployment approval, monitoring, and retirement controls
Module 4: Module 4: Five Controls Beyond Essential Eight
2 hours- Agentic task execution boundaries: scoping autonomous action to approved workflow surfaces
- Copilot Cowork subprocessor security: Anthropic data handling assurance and contract requirements
- Work IQ data minimisation: limiting behavioural collection to documented business purposes
- Cross-tenant agent isolation: preventing agent data leakage across tenant boundaries
- AI interaction audit trails: complete logging of agentic task execution for forensic review
Module 5: Module 5: 90-Day Roadmap and Audit Evidence
2.5 hours- Days 1-30: foundational controls — identity hardening, Purview baseline, RSR, Copilot Control System
- Days 31-60: advanced configuration — Blueprint ML2 settings, Copilot Studio governance, agent DLP
- Days 61-90: audit evidence collection — IRAP evidence pack structure and completeness review
- Essential Eight Maturity Model self-assessment for Copilot Wave 3 environments
- IRAP evidence pack assembly: configuration screenshots, policy documents, and assessment notes
- Ongoing monitoring: Copilot security dashboard and monthly compliance review cadence
Who Should Attend
- Security engineers implementing Essential Eight controls in Copilot environments
- IRAP assessors and security architects reviewing Wave 3 deployments
- CISOs and security leads building 90-day Copilot security roadmaps
- IT administrators responsible for ASD Blueprint ML2 configuration
- Audit and risk professionals collecting Copilot security evidence
Prerequisites
Before enrolling, please ensure you meet these requirements:
- • Completion of Copilot Governance & Compliance for Australian Organisations, or equivalent
- • Solid understanding of ACSC Essential Eight controls at a conceptual level
- • Familiarity with Microsoft 365 Defender, Entra ID, and Conditional Access
- • Experience with Microsoft 365 administration in a production environment
Delivery, Format and Logistics
Delivery Mode
Live webinar, or self-paced online modules
Maximum 16 participants for technical lab exercises
What You'll Need
- Completion of Copilot Governance & Compliance course or equivalent security governance experience
- Familiarity with ACSC Essential Eight at a conceptual level
- Microsoft 365 administrator access for ASD Blueprint configuration exercises
- Basic understanding of Copilot Studio is helpful but not required
What You'll Receive
- 12 hours of technical instruction across 5 modules
- Essential Eight to Copilot Wave 3 mapping workbook
- ASD Blueprint ML2 configuration checklist with audit evidence format
- Copilot Studio agent security assessment template
- 90-day roadmap Gantt template
- IRAP evidence pack assembly guide
- Access to recorded sessions for 6 months
- Certificate of completion
- Email support for 30 days post-course
Frequently Asked Questions
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Format
Live webinar, or self-paced online modules
Group & Enterprise Options
Discounted rates available for teams of 3+ delegates. Contact us for in-house delivery options.
What's Included
- 12 hours of technical instruction across 5 modules
- Essential Eight to Copilot Wave 3 mapping workbook
- ASD Blueprint ML2 configuration checklist with audit evidence format
- Copilot Studio agent security assessment template
- 90-day roadmap Gantt template
- IRAP evidence pack assembly guide
- Access to recorded sessions for 6 months
- Certificate of completion
- Email support for 30 days post-course
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