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Identity and Access Management

  In today’s hyper-connected world, security is more than just firewalls and antivirus software — it’s about controlling  who  can access  what ,  when , and  how . That’s where  Identity and Access Management (IAM)  comes in. IAM is a framework of policies and technologies that ensures the right individuals access the right resources at the right times for the right reasons. At its core, IAM enables organizations to manage digital identities and regulate user access across systems, applications, and data. Whether it’s an employee logging into a cloud dashboard or a customer accessing a service portal, IAM ensures these interactions are secure and compliant. A strong IAM strategy is built around key components: authentication (verifying identity), authorization (granting access), role-based access control (RBAC), single sign-on (SSO), and multi-factor authentication (MFA). Together, these mechanisms reduce the risk of data breaches, protect agains...