azure-policy

Guide Azure Policy and Machine Configuration design, debugging, and deployment.

Updated Mar 18, 2026
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Skill: azure-policy
Source: https://github.com/mfcollins3/standup/tree/main/.github/skills/azure-policy
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/mfcollins3/standup --skill azure-policy-mfcollins3

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Azure Policy and Machine Configuration are essential for consistent governance and security across Azure environments. This Skill provides expert guidance, troubleshooting strategies, and best-practice patterns to design, deploy, and operate policies and configurations at scale.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Policy authoring and deployment patterns using ARM/Bicep/Terraform
  • Security baselines mapping to CIS/NIST/ISO and cross-region considerations
  • Migration guidance from older DSC/automanage approaches to policy-based governance

Quick Start

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Frequently Asked Questions about azure-policy

High-intent search queries and answers about installing and using this skill.

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How do I author and deploy Azure Policy definitions using Bicep or Terraform?

You can migrate from DSC and Automanage to policy-based governance by following specific migration guidance and best-practice patterns. This transition helps you maintain consistent machine configuration and governance across your Azure environment.

Can Azure Policy map security baselines to CIS, NIST, or ISO compliance controls?

Yes, Azure Policy maps security baselines to CIS, NIST, and ISO controls, enabling consistent governance and security across Azure environments. It also handles cross-region considerations for your compliance requirements.

How do I migrate from DSC or Automanage to Azure Machine Configuration?

Migration guidance from older DSC and Automanage approaches to policy-based governance is provided for transitioning to Azure Machine Configuration. This ensures consistent governance and security across your Azure environments during the migration.

What is the best way to debug Azure Policy evaluation and remediation planning?

Debugging Azure Policy evaluation and remediation planning requires troubleshooting strategies and best-practice patterns to design, deploy, and operate policies at scale. This Skill provides expert guidance for resolving policy development issues across Azure resources.

Does Azure Policy require network access to retrieve documentation and policy definitions?

Yes, Azure Policy guidance requires network access and uses tools to retrieve documentation, definitions, and examples from Microsoft Docs. This connectivity is necessary to fetch the latest policy references during development.