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What is IAM for the Cloud?
What is IAM for the Cloud?
Who it's for:
  • IAM Program Leads
  • Security Operations Teams
  • CISOs and other senior leadership

What is IAM for the Cloud?

Release Date: 07/12/2023

The threat landscape has materially changed over the years to the point that Identity and Access Management (IAM) is a core component of any digital access model today. It continues to evolve to employ ever-increasing visibility, granularity, and control as the nature of users, resources, and systems change.

Managing IAM in the cloud presents unique challenges and considerations compared to on-premises environments. Organizations need to have a clear strategy in place to address these challenges and ensure the security of their assets and data. Therefore, this document aims to provide an understanding of what IAM is, the challenges involved in managing IAM in the cloud, and the importance of IAM to an organization's overall security strategy.

Key Takeaways: 
  • The benefits of moving to the cloud and why you should consider it
  • The factors that affect IAM and how IAM has evolved to solve them
  • How IAM is different in cloud environments compared to on-prem
  • The challenges faced by organizations when adopting IAM for the cloud
  • Considerations and best practices for an effective cloud IAM program
  • Tips for communicating the value of IAM





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