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Identity and Access Management (IAM)

What is Identity and Access Management (IAM)?

Identity and Access Management (IAM) in cybersecurity ensures that the right individuals and systems have access to the right resources at the right times. It manages digital identities, enforces authentication, and controls user permissions to reduce the risk of unauthorized access.

Main IAM Players

Okta is a leading provider offering cloud-based identity solutions for enterprises. Microsoft integrates IAM into its Microsoft Entra ID (formerly Azure Active Directory), widely used in corporate environments. Ping Identity delivers scalable identity services focused on enterprise single sign-on and multi-factor authentication.

Other: CyberArk (especially in privileged access and identity security), SailPoint (identity governance), OneLogin

In Europe:

ForgeRock, used widely in European enterprises

OneWelcome, a Dutch IAM provider with strong European presence

Ubisecure, Finnish company focused on privacy and compliance

ZITADEL, Swiss IAM solution

CIDAAS, German IAM service