In this episode of Cloud Unfiltered, host Michael Chenetz sits down with Gerry Gebel, Vice President of Product and Standards at Strata Identity. Gerry brings his extensive background in IT, identity orchestration, and authorization to discuss some of today’s most critical topics in cyber security—zero trust and identity access management.
Join us as Gerry explains the concept of zero-standing privilege, the evolution of access control, and how businesses can integrate these practices to safeguard their digital environments. The discussion also touches on emerging standards for authorization, the challenges of creating consensus in technology working groups, and the importance of aligning security strategies with business objectives.
What You’ll Learn: - The definition and implementation of zero standing privilege. - The role of identity access management in modern business and security strategies. - Insights into the standardization of authorization systems. - How zero trust principles are evolving and impacting security policies. - Strategies for businesses to adopt these advanced security measures without disrupting operations.
Gerry also dives into the specifics of the working group at OpenID Foundation, which is working hard to standardize interactions for more secure and efficient authorization processes. He stresses the importance of community involvement and consensus in driving these changes forward.
Navigating Zero Trust and Identity Access Management