Take on Identity Lifecycle Management!Solved

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1 month ago

Hey folks 👋 I was going through a few articles on Identity Lifecycle Management, OneLogin, CyberArk, and even Microsoft’s take. The process is intriguing from user onboarding to deprovisioning, I gotta say, it’s kind of a game-changer. I mean, managing a user’s identity from the moment they join till they exit, automatically provisioning and deprovisioning access? It’s such a neat way to boost security and user productivity.

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4 weeks ago
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Mmm. Sounds good on paper. But you’re glossing over the real-world headache of integrating ILM into an existing identity infrastructure. Let’s be honest, setting up lifecycle automation across diverse apps, platforms, and departments isn’t just plug-and-play. Even Microsoft emphasizes how governance is key, and without it, ILM can do more harm than good.

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4 weeks ago
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Fair call, it’s not exactly a Sunday afternoon DIY, I agree 😅. But ILM tools out in the market are stepping up. They provide unified identity access that simplifies things, especially for hybrid setups. With a good directory in place, you can set up triggers for things like onboarding or role changes without breaking your back.

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4 weeks ago
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Yeah, these tools are getting attention for sure. But there’s still the risk of misaligned permissions if HR, IT, and security aren’t tightly looped in. CyberArk points that out, just automating the flow isn’t enough if you’re not managing privileged access along the way. That’s where most orgs trip up.

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4 weeks ago
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Totally agree, identity lifecycle isn’t just about automation; it’s governance with automation. Periodic access reviews and audits go a long way in making sure permissions stay relevant and safe. And honestly, that handoff between departments is where many identity mishaps start. But when done right? It’s beautiful. Employees get access fast, no redundant privileges, and clean exits. Smooth sailing. 😌

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4 weeks ago
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You make it sound like a dream. But let’s not forget compliance. Any identity left lingering post-termination is a ticking time bomb. Deprovisioning isn’t just optional cleanup, it’s non-negotiable. That’s where Microsoft Entra really nails it, tying access reviews and lifecycle policies together.

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4 weeks ago
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Right you are! And think about the employee experience too, ILM isn’t just about security. It makes onboarding so much faster. No more waiting three days for access to a shared folder. ILM brings both speed and safety, mate.

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3 weeks ago
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As long as it’s backed by oversight, I’m on board. Set-and-forget doesn’t work in security. But with the right tools and a solid governance strategy? Yeah, ILM can be a strong pillar in an identity-first security model.

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