Identity and Access Management (IAM) is the framework of policies and technologies that ensures the right identities have the right access to the right resources at the right time. It covers authentication, authorization, provisioning, and lifecycle management of users, devices, and services. As a foundation of zero trust, IAM governs access to data center management planes, cloud consoles, and tenant systems, centralizing control and audit.
Category: Security & Compliance · Subcategory: Cybersecurity & Zero Trust · Part of the AIDC Technical Terminology reference.