What role provides users with the ability to configure security policies in their resource group?

The Contributor role provides users with the ability to configure security policies within their resource group. This role grants full access to manage all types of resources, including the ability to create, update, and delete resources. Moreover, Contributors can also modify security settings and configure security policies, allowing for comprehensive management of resources and associated security measures.

Users assigned the Contributor role have the necessary permissions to implement security controls effectively, which is essential for ensuring adherence to security best practices and organizational policies. This capability empowers them to manage the security landscape of their resource group actively, thus maintaining the security posture of their resources.

In contrast, the Owner role extends a higher level of access, including permissions that allow for role assignment, which may not always be necessary for users who only need to adjust security policies. The Security Reader role is limited to viewing security information and does not allow modifications to policies. The Reader role similarly provides only read access to resources, excluding any ability to make changes.