Azure AD Privileged Identity Management

Overview

Azure AD Privileged Identity Management (PIM) is a critical tool for managing and securing privileged access within an organization. It provides just-in-time (JIT) access to resources, ensuring that users have the necessary permissions only when needed. PIM also helps in auditing and reporting access, making it easier to comply with regulatory requirements.

Core Functionality

• Just-In-Time Access: Users are granted access to resources only when needed, reducing the risk of unauthorized access.
• Role-Based Access Control (RBAC): PIM supports RBAC, allowing you to assign and manage roles based on the principle of least privilege.
• Access Reviews: Regular reviews of user access can be conducted to ensure that only the right people have the right access.
• Alerts and Notifications: PIM provides alerts and notifications for critical events, such as when a user activates a privileged role.
• Audit Logs: Comprehensive audit logs help in tracking and analyzing access to resources, aiding in compliance and security investigations.

Pricing

Azure AD Privileged Identity Management is included with Azure AD Premium P2 licenses.

References

• What is Azure AD Privileged Identity Management?
• Deploying Azure AD Privileged Identity Management
• Azure AD Privileged Identity Management Roles