April update: What’s new in Security for partners

• Discover Cyber Pulse: Our new AI-driven Cyber Pulse report from Security Insider is now available! It offers clear insights into the current cybersecurity landscape and provides practical tips to tackle security threats.
• (New) Microsoft Security SMB Partner Hub: Here, you’ll find partner-ready resources and tools that help facilitate confident discussions about security, with support for Microsoft Purview and Microsoft Defender Suites for Business Premium.
• Launch a Microsoft Security Copilot agent: Explore ways to create and publish your Security Copilot agents in the Microsoft Security Store. This opens up new opportunities to connect with customers and enhance your solution visibility through AI-driven security functionalities. For detailed instructions, take a look at the Quick Start development toolkit.
• Explore Microsoft Security Dashboard for AI: This public preview gives partners a unique chance to help customers manage and secure their fast-growing AI frameworks. It provides a single view of AI assets and risk signals from Microsoft Defender, Microsoft Entra, and Microsoft Purview, allowing your clients to assess security without needing additional tools.
• Boost your revenue with Microsoft Defender Suite for Business Premium and Microsoft Purview Suite for Business Premium now integrated as add-ons for Microsoft 365 Business Premium. This is your chance to start valuable security discussions with quantifiable benefits.

• Grab the Microsoft Sentinel 50-GB commitment tier promotion: Good news! This offer has been extended until June 30, 2026, making it a cost-effective option for small to medium-sized businesses that are looking to adopt Sentinel without high upfront costs.
• Save on Microsoft Purview Suite for Business Premium: If your customers are using Microsoft 365 Copilot Business, they can enjoy a 50% discount on enhanced data protection. This limited-time offer is valid until July 1, 2026.
• Enhance data security for Copilot at reduced costs: The Microsoft Purview Suite for 365 Copilot is currently available at a 50% discount, helping enterprises improve their security while saving money until June 30, 2026.
• Make the most of Microsoft 365 E3, E5, Defender Suite, and Purview Suite promotions: Transition your clients from on-premises solutions to these newly discounted offerings or upgrade existing Microsoft Office 365 accounts with a 10% discount on E3 or E5 through June 30, 2026.
• Kickstart with Microsoft 365 E5 promotion: Authorized partners can offer 15% off for new Microsoft 365 E5 customers, with the promotion extended through June 30, 2026.
• Easy access to incentive guidance: The Microsoft Commercial Partner Incentives Guide is now an online hub providing an easier way to navigate incentives, check eligibility, and link directly to the next action required.
  • Organise incentives by category to find the best opportunities for your market approach.
  • Quickly verify eligibility so you can focus your efforts where they matter most.
  • Act promptly on opportunities using convenient links that guide you to essential next steps.

Check out the new digital incentives guide and send us your thoughts as we work to improve this resource.

• Stay informed: Keep up with the latest Microsoft Security partner news and events in one spot. Visit the News and Events hub to find upcoming sessions, major announcements, and timely updates to help you enhance your skills and drive security solutions.
• Don’t miss Vasu Jakkal’s keynote at the 2026 RSA: In the talk, “Ambient and Autonomous Security: Building Trust in the Agentic AI Era,” Jakkal outlines Microsoft’s vision for security in an AI-driven world. This is essential viewing for partners wishing to guide customers in AI adoption safely.
• Direct learning from Microsoft experts: Catch the replay of the Microsoft Agent 365 “Ask Microsoft Anything” session. Discover how Agent 365 can assist organisations in monitoring, securing, and managing AI agents effectively—plus get answers to common questions about capabilities and implementation.
• Join our monthly Security Partner Investment Office Hours: These sessions are a fantastic way for partners to stay updated and maximise their Microsoft Security investments. Participate in any upcoming sessions or watch past recordings for valuable insights.
• Check the Skilling Resources page: Find the latest event calendars, playbooks, and registration opportunities for training sessions suited to your needs. You can download the Partner Skilling Calendar for a comprehensive events overview.
• Contact AskSkilling for any of your training queries.
• Get ready with credentials: Certifications enhance credibility and support multiple partner designations. Check out our Certification Weeks for Microsoft AI Cloud Partner Program, featuring live sessions focused on new Pre-sales and Sales tracks to prepare you for exams with expert guidance.

• Explore Microsoft Security campaign assets: These campaigns are aimed at helping you market Microsoft solutions that safeguard clients across various platforms, including security operations and Microsoft 365 Copilot. Learn how partners can tackle modern security challenges effectively, improve visibility, and deliver comprehensive protection.
• Discover available Security campaigns: Access resources in Partner Marketing Center Pro (for eligible partners) or in Partner Marketing Center (free version) for campaigns matching your customers’ needs.
• (New) Check out the Security and Compliance for SMB campaign: Launching on April 7, this collection of assets and marketing guides can enhance your market approach.
• Access a broader library of compliance materials: We are thrilled to share new assets that articulate Microsoft’s unique strengths in compliance, security, and risk management, whilst addressing customer concerns. These materials cover various topics, including assessments, regulatory readiness, data governance, risk management, and AI compliance. For more information, explore the dedicated solution pages below:

Silverfort is revolutionising identity security with Microsoft’s help: The security firm Silverfort has aided a major grocery retailer in enhancing identity protection across its hybrid setup. They’ve successfully extended multifactor authentication (MFA) and modern security measures to legacy systems previously lacking adequate security. Integrating with Microsoft Entra ID and Active Directory, Silverfort has provided significant visibility into risky identities and enabled their client to meet urgent cyber insurance requirements easily. Check out the full story to find out how they modernised large-scale identity protection.

Showcase your expertise: Highlight your achievements by submitting your partner success story. This is your chance to demonstrate the significant impact you’ve made for your customers. Start by visiting the Partner Success story submission form.