This podcast delves into the big-picture challenges of identity, interoperability, and security, exploring the complexities of identity management, digital identities, and data protection policies. It discusses the difficulties in promoting cybersecurity best practices, the implications of government involvement in controlling identity, and upcoming events in the realm of Identity and Access Management.
Identity Defined Security Alliance focuses on identity management in cybersecurity, stressing integrity to combat identity theft.
Future identity authentication may involve quantum entanglement, urging standardization organizations to adapt to security needs.
Deep dives
Identity Defined Security Alliance and the Focus on Identity Management
The podcast episode delves into the operations of the Identity Defined Security Alliance (IDSA) and its emphasis on identity management within the cybersecurity realm. Jeff Rich, the executive director of IDSA, highlights the alliance's significant role as a nonprofit member alliance focusing on identity security in corporations. The discussion outlines the distinction between the security of identity and identity security, emphasizing the need to ensure the integrity of identities to combat identity theft and data breaches.
Challenges and Progress in Establishing Identity Standards
The conversation touches upon the challenges and advancements in establishing identity standards in the cybersecurity landscape. Jeff Rich envisions a future where quantum entanglement could revolutionize identity authentication, enhancing security measures. The dialogue explores the complexities of identity verification and the necessity for influencing standardization organizations to adapt to evolving security needs.
Identity Security Trends and Research Insights
The podcast elaborates on the annual Identity Management Day Conference and research surveys conducted by IDSA to track trends in digital identity security. Insights from the research reveal a disparity between organizations feeling in control of their identity security programs and the high percentage of reported breaches, sparking discussions on bridging the gap and enhancing cybersecurity measures.
The Evolution of Identity Infrastructure and Talent Challenges
The episode concludes with a focus on the evolving landscape of identity infrastructure and the challenges associated with talent acquisition and training in identity management. Discussions revolve around the dispersion of identity management responsibilities across diverse organizational departments and the critical need for proper investment, expertise, and support to ensure effective identity security practices.
TL;DR: This week Episode 593 features Jeff Reich of the Identity Defined Security Alliance as we talk about some of the big-picture challenges of identity, interoperability, and security of identity and identity security (yes those are different).