Identity and Access Management (IAM)

IT Management and Cyber Security October 25, 2025
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Introduction

This comprehensive course explores the principles, technologies, and processes involved in managing digital identities and controlling access to organizational resources. Participants will learn about IAM frameworks, authentication mechanisms, authorization models, and identity governance. The course covers both technical implementation and strategic planning aspects of IAM programs, including regulatory compliance requirements and business alignment. Through practical exercises and case studies, learners will develop the skills needed to design, implement, and manage effective IAM solutions that balance security and usability.

Objectives

Participants will master IAM concepts and practices including:

  • Understanding IAM frameworks and architectures
  • Implementing authentication and authorization controls
  • Designing identity lifecycle management processes
  • Managing privileged access and credentials
  • Implementing role-based access control (RBAC)
  • Configuring single sign-on (SSO) solutions
  • Managing IAM in cloud environments
  • Ensuring IAM regulatory compliance
  • Measuring IAM program effectiveness

Target Audience

  • IAM architects and engineers
  • Security administrators
  • IT managers
  • System administrators
  • Compliance officers
  • Access management specialists
  • Identity governance professionals

Methodology

  • IAM solution design workshops
  • Access control policy development exercises
  • Case studies of IAM implementation challenges
  • Group activities designing identity lifecycle processes
  • Individual authentication configuration exercises
  • Scenario-based access governance simulations
  • Tool evaluation and selection activities

Personal Impact

  • Enhanced technical design skills
  • Improved understanding of identity protocols
  • Stronger access governance capabilities
  • Better problem-solving in identity scenarios
  • Increased confidence in IAM architecture decisions
  • Enhanced regulatory compliance knowledge

Organizational Impact

  • Reduced access-related security incidents
  • Improved regulatory compliance
  • Enhanced user experience and productivity
  • Better control over privileged access
  • Reduced identity management costs
  • Stronger overall security posture

Course Outline

Unit 1: IAM Foundations and Concepts

Section 1.1: Core Principles
  • IAM terminology and concepts
  • Identity lifecycle management
  • Authentication vs authorization
  • IAM business drivers and benefits

Unit 2: Authentication Technologies

Section 2.1: Verification Methods
  • Multi-factor authentication implementation
  • Biometric authentication systems
  • Passwordless authentication approaches
  • Federation protocols and standards

Unit 3: Access Control Models

Section 3.1: Control Implementation
  • Role-based access control design
  • Attribute-based access control
  • Policy-based access management
  • Least privilege principle implementation

Unit 4: IAM Governance

Section 4.1: Governance Framework
  • Access certification processes
  • Segregation of duties controls
  • IAM policy development
  • Compliance monitoring and reporting

Unit 5: Advanced IAM Topics

Section 5.1: Specialized Areas
  • Privileged access management
  • Cloud identity services
  • IoT and mobile device identity
  • Zero trust architecture integration

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