Cloud Security Podcast by Google EP218 IAM in the Cloud & AI Era: Navigating Evolution, Challenges, and the Rise of ITDR/ISPM
Apr 7, 2025
Henrique Teixeira, Senior VP of Strategy at Saviynt and former Gartner analyst, dives into the evolution of Identity and Access Management (IAM) amidst cloud and AI advancements. He addresses the challenges and opportunities these shifts create, particularly with ITDR (Identity Threat Detection and Response) and ISPM (Identity Security Posture Management). The discussion explores the unique security needs of machine identities versus human identities, as well as tips for creating memorable tech acronyms, blending humor with valuable insights on identity management.
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IAM Evolution
- IAM's evolution reflects shifts in computing, from mainframes to cloud and AI.
- Each shift brought new identity challenges, from decentralized passwords to cloud breaches and machine identities.
Why ITDR?
- ITDR emerged because traditional security tools didn't address identity-based threats effectively.
- Attackers increasingly target identities as the easiest way to breach systems, making ITDR crucial.
Managing Machine Identities
- Gain visibility into all machine identities, including API keys and service accounts.
- Establish ownership for each machine identity by linking them to a human for governance.
