AI-200 Security And Observability Practice Question
You are configuring role-based access control for an Azure AI Search service. A data scientist needs to index content and query documents, but must not be permitted to manage service-level keys or change admin configurations. Which built-in role should you assign?
Answer choices
Why each option matters
Answer the question above first, then reveal the full breakdown to understand why each option is right or wrong.
Correct answer & explanation
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Search Index Data Contributor
Search Index Data Contributor allows users to read, write, and search index data, adhering to the principle of least privilege without granting admin key management rights.
Answer analysis
Option-by-option breakdown
For each option: why learners choose it and why it is or isn't the right answer here.
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Search Service Contributor
Why it's wrong here
Search Service Contributor allows full management of the search service, including keys, which exceeds the required permissions.
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Search Index Data Contributor
Why this is correct
This role permits reading, writing, and querying search indices without granting service administration privileges.
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Cognitive Services Contributor
Why it's wrong here
This role manages Cognitive Services accounts, not Azure AI Search specific data operations.
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Storage Blob Data Reader
Why it's wrong here
Storage Blob Data Reader grants access to storage accounts, not the search index operations.
Quick reference
Access Control Model Comparison
| Model | Acronym | Who Controls Access? | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|
| Discretionary Access Control | DAC | Resource owner | Small teams, file shares |
| Mandatory Access Control | MAC | System / security labels | Classified govt / military |
| Role-Based Access Control | RBAC | Administrator (via roles) | Enterprise environments |
| Attribute-Based Access Control | ABAC | Policy engine (user + resource attributes) | Fine-grained, dynamic policies |
| Rule-Based Access Control | RuBAC | System rules / ACLs | Firewall rules, network ACLs |
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Last reviewed August 2026 · checked against the official Microsoft exam blueprint
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