
Protect your Microsoft 365 environment with PlexHosted’s comprehensive identity and data protection services
Learn how PlexHosted protects your Microsoft 365 environment with identity protection measures such as SPF, DKIM, MFA, and robust data loss prevention policies.

Identity and Data Protection in Microsoft 365
In an era of growing cyber threats and stringent compliance regulations, securing both user identities and sensitive data is paramount for businesses using Microsoft 365. At PlexHosted, we specialize in identity protection and data governance, ensuring that your organization’s cloud environment is fully protected from unauthorized access and data breaches. By implementing advanced Microsoft 365 security policies, we help secure your operational environment and safeguard your most valuable assets.
Our services include powerful identity protection measures such as SPF, DKIM, and multi-factor authentication (MFA), alongside robust data loss prevention (DLP) strategies to prevent unauthorized data exposure. With PlexHosted’s comprehensive security solutions, your business can operate securely while meeting industry standards and regulatory compliance requirements.
Key Features of Identity and Data Protection in Microsoft 365
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Identity Protection with SPF, DKIM, and MFA
Protecting user identities is at the heart of any secure Microsoft 365 environment. PlexHosted implements Sender Policy Framework (SPF) and DomainKeys Identified Mail (DKIM) to safeguard email communications and prevent phishing attacks. We also enforce multi-factor authentication (MFA) across your Microsoft 365 platform to add an extra layer of protection, ensuring that only authorized users can access your organization’s sensitive data.
By combining these technologies, we effectively reduce the risk of email spoofing and unauthorized account access, keeping your users and data secure.
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Comprehensive Data Governance and Classification
PlexHosted helps your organization implement strong data governance policies to manage, classify, and protect sensitive information. Using tools like Microsoft Information Protection (MIP), we classify data based on sensitivity levels and apply appropriate security measures, such as encryption and sensitivity labels. This ensures that your organization’s data is properly protected both in transit and at rest.
We also configure retention policies and legal holds to manage the lifecycle of your data, ensuring that you retain critical information and securely dispose of obsolete data when necessary.
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Data Loss Prevention (DLP) Policies
Our Data Loss Prevention (DLP) services help prevent the accidental or intentional sharing of sensitive information. We implement custom DLP policies that scan emails, files, and other communication channels for sensitive data such as personal information, financial records, or intellectual property. These policies are enforced across OneDrive, SharePoint, and Microsoft Teams, providing organization-wide protection against unauthorized data leaks.
By setting up automatic alerts and restrictions, we ensure that sensitive data is only shared with authorized users and that your organization stays compliant with regulatory standards such as HIPAA and NIST.
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Email Encryption and Secure Collaboration
To further protect sensitive data, PlexHosted enables email encryption across your Microsoft 365 environment, ensuring that confidential information shared via email is securely transmitted and accessible only to intended recipients. We also implement secure collaboration tools within Microsoft Teams, SharePoint, and OneDrive to maintain a secure communication and collaboration framework within your organization.
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Unified Audit Log and Alert Policies
Monitoring access to your organization’s data is essential for maintaining a secure cloud environment. PlexHosted activates the Unified Audit Log feature in Microsoft 365, allowing you to track user activities and detect any unusual or unauthorized access attempts. We also deploy alert policies to notify administrators in real-time when suspicious activities or policy violations occur, enabling a proactive approach to security management.
Benefits of Identity and Data Protection with PlexHosted
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Enhanced Email Security:
Our use of SPF, DKIM, and MFA protects your email communications from phishing attacks and unauthorized access.
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Robust Data Governance:
We classify and protect sensitive data using advanced tools like Microsoft Information Protection (MIP) and sensitivity labels, ensuring compliance with industry standards.
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DLP for Data Security:
Our data loss prevention policies provide organization-wide protection against data breaches, scanning emails, and files for sensitive content.
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Secure Collaboration:
We enable email encryption and secure file sharing across OneDrive, Teams, and SharePoint, ensuring that collaboration remains safe.
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Real-Time Monitoring:
With the Unified Audit Log and alert policies, your organization can monitor all activities and receive notifications of any suspicious behavior, helping to prevent breaches before they occur.
Secure Your Cloud IT Infrastructure Today
Protect your Microsoft 365 environment with PlexHosted’s comprehensive identity and data protection services. Contact us today to ensure that your organization is safeguarded with the latest in identity protection, data governance, and loss prevention strategies.