Explore secure SQL Server database design tactics and technologies in this comprehensive conference talk from PASS Data Community Summit. Learn strategies for implementing security-first principles when designing and building applications, starting with the database layer. Discover simple design decisions for tables, views, stored procedures, and database roles that enhance security. Delve into built-in SQL Server security technologies, including Always Encrypted, Row-Level Security, Dynamic Data Masking, Transparent Data Encryption, and SQL Server Audit. Gain insights on retrofitting security features onto existing databases and adapting data access from applications. Understand the importance of securing various data objects, using roles for group permissions, and implementing built-in security features to protect against data breaches.