Here you will learn how the open Dragon1 EA method defines Identity and Access Management (IAM) and its principles, and how to model this concept with Dragon1 and ArchiMate.
Definition
Identity and Access Management (IAM) is the concept of enabling the right individuals to access the right resources at the right times and for the right reasons.
IAM addresses the need to ensure appropriate access to resources across increasingly heterogeneous technology environments and to meet increasingly rigorous compliance requirements.
Effective IAM systems protect an organization’s digital assets and improve the user experience by streamlining access and promoting productivity.
They leverage various technologies, including single sign-on (SSO), multi-factor authentication (MFA), and role-based access control, to ensure that access is granted securely and efficiently.
Authentication verifies the identity of users and ensures that they are who they say they are, while authorization determines the level and scope of access granted to them. User provisioning simplifies the process of onboarding and access management throughout a person’s interaction with a system.
Modern identity and access management systems increasingly leverage artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning to dynamically adapt to changing security challenges. These technologies enable predictive threat detection by analyzing user behavior patterns, identifying unusual activity, and flagging potential breaches before they occur.
IAM frameworks also play a critical role in supporting compliance with global regulations such as GDPR, HIPAA, and CCPA. They ensure organizations protect their sensitive data and adhere to strict regulatory standards.
Cloud services and IMA solutions are integrated, enabling companies to extend their security and access management capabilities to remote workers and external partners and foster a secure yet flexible digital ecosystem.
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