IAM 101: What is Identity and Access Management (IAM)?

TL;DR Identity and Access Management (IAM) is the framework that ensures secure, efficient control over who (users, devices, or systems) can access what resources within an organization. For IT professionals, IAM is foundational to cybersecurity, compliance, and operational scalability. Core components include authentication, authorization, user lifecycle management, and auditing. Challenges like shadow IT and hybrid environments persist, but solutions like Zero Trust and AI-driven automation are rising. Bonus: Use GPT prompts for SEO to streamline policy documentation and access reviews....

May 7, 2025 · 4 min · Jay Klinkowsky