IAM in Microsoft 365 and Google Workspace
IAM serves as the cornerstone of any organization’s cybersecurity strategy. It controls who has access to which resources, and how securely that access is granted and tracked. In the realms of Microsoft 365 and Google Workspace, IAM takes on a critical role due to the cloud-based nature of these platforms and the sheer volume of data they manage.
Microsoft 365
Understanding the IAM features of Azure Active Directory (Azure AD) is essential for cloud security, particularly within the Microsoft 365 suite. Azure AD allows for detailed Role-Based Access Control (RBAC) and Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA). It also supports Conditional Access (CA) policies that adapt security based on user location, device state, and risk profile, effectively blocking potentially unsafe access attempts. Furthermore, Azure AD’s auditing, through log entries for various activities such as sign-ins and password changes, and integration with tools...
