Zero Trust

What it is:

Zero Trust is a security model that assumes no user, device, or application is inherently trustworthy, regardless of whether it is inside or outside the network perimeter. Access is granted based on continuous identity verification, contextual risk assessment, and least-privilege principles. In modern IAM and CIAM architectures, Zero Trust underpins secure authentication, authorization, and session management across cloud, hybrid, and on-prem environments.

Why it matters:

Traditional perimeter-based security is no longer sufficient for distributed systems, remote workforces, and customer-facing platforms. Zero Trust mitigates the risk of credential theft, insider threats, and lateral movement within networks. For IAM Modernization and Hybrid Identity projects, it ensures adaptive, policy-based access that aligns with regulatory compliance and strengthens customer and workforce identity protection.

How it works:

Zero Trust frameworks combine strong MFA, device posture checks, behavioral analytics, and Adaptive Security policies to validate every request. Identity verification occurs continuously, not just at login, using signals such as user context, geolocation, and device reputation. Zero Trust integrates with Ping Identity, ForgeRock, and Microsoft Entra ID platforms, using protocols like OAuth 2.0 and SAML to enforce least-privilege access. When deployed via Kubernetes and Containerized IAM architectures, it scales dynamically while supporting CI/CD pipelines and Infrastructure-as-Code (IaC) security automation.