Identity and Access Management
Identity and Access Management (IAM) is a framework of policies, processes, and technologies that ensures the right individuals have appropriate access to technology resources. It involves managing digital identities, authenticating users, authorizing access to systems and data, and enforcing security policies. IAM is critical for securing organizations against unauthorized access, data breaches, and compliance violations.
Developers should learn IAM when building applications that require user authentication, authorization, or compliance with security standards like GDPR, HIPAA, or SOC 2. It is essential for implementing secure login systems, role-based access control (RBAC), multi-factor authentication (MFA), and managing user permissions in cloud environments, enterprise software, or any system handling sensitive data. Understanding IAM helps prevent security vulnerabilities and ensures scalable access management.