What type of role provides the ability to view alerts without making changes in Azure Sentinel?

The role that allows an individual to view alerts without making any changes in Azure Sentinel is the Azure Sentinel Reader. This role is specifically designed for users who need to monitor and review alerts and other information within Azure Sentinel but do not require permissions to modify settings or configurations.

The Reader role is essential for security operations analysts or other personnel who need to stay informed about potential security incidents without the risk of altering any critical settings. This ensures that they can remain aware of the security posture and ongoing investigations while minimizing the risk of unintentional modifications that could impact security operations.

In contrast, the Azure Sentinel Responder role typically has permissions to take actions in response to alerts, which may include modifying incident settings. The Contributor role has broader permissions, allowing users to modify settings and manage resources, while the Administrator role possesses the highest level of control, encompassing all possible permissions within Azure Sentinel. This makes those roles more suitable for tasks involving changes and management, rather than solely alert viewing.