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Identity and Access Management
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What is Identity & access management by Entrust | Data Wide
Identity and Access Management (IAM) is a framework of policies and technologies that ensures the right users have the right access to the right resources, at the right time. It’s essentially a digital gatekeeper system that controls who can access what
within your organization’s IT infrastructure.
Here's a breakdown of IAM's key functions:
- Identity Management: This involves creating, managing, and authenticating user identities within your system. This could include employees, contractors, customers, or even devices (like servers or IoT equipment).
- Access Management: This determines what permissions each user or identity has. Permissions define what resources a user can access (applications, data, systems) and what actions they can perform (read, edit, delete).
Benefits of IAM:
Enhanced Security
IAM safeguards your data and systems from unauthorized
access by ensuring only authorized users have access, and only to the specific resources they need.
Improved Compliance
IAM helps organizations comply with various data security regulations like PCI DSS and HIPAA by establishing clear access control mechanisms.
Increased Efficiency
Streamlined user provisioning and access management saves IT teams time and resources.
Reduced Costs
Minimizes the risk of data breaches and associated financial penalties.
Stronger User Experience
Simplified login processes and secure access to resources enhance user experience.
Core Concepts in IAM:
- Authentication: The process of verifying a user's identity (e.g., username and password, multi-factor authentication).
- Authorization: The process of determining what level of access a user has to specific resources.
- Single Sign-On (SSO): Allows users to access multiple applications with a single login, improving convenience and security
IAM is a critical security practice for any organization with a digital footprint. It ensures data security, simplifies user management, and fosters a more secure and efficient IT environment.
