IAM, IGA & Identity Security

IAM sets up the employee's account so they can log in and access the application with their credentials.

IGA makes sure that access requests go through the proper channels—meaning they need to be formally requested, approved by a manager, and reviewed regularly (like during those quarterly access checks). It also keeps things in check if an employee switches departments or leaves the company, making sure their access is updated or revoked quickly.

Identity Security keeps an eye on employee activity to spot anything unusual, such as logging in from different locations at the same time or accessing sensitive info at odd hours. If something seems off, it’ll trigger alerts or ask for extra verification when needed.

Glossary

Identity Security : 

# Identity security is the ability to get the right access at the right time for the right individuals.

# Identity security is the identification, authorization, and authentication of users.

# Identity security protects the organization.

Simply put...

Identity security

is all about giving the right identities

the right access,

to the right stuff,

at the right time,

to do their job.

IAM : This framework ensures the right identities can access an organization's data and resources based on business processes, policies, and technologies.

IGA : This framework allows organizations to verify that the right controls are in place to meet the security and privacy requirements of regulations like SOX, HIPAA, and GDPR.