#335 - Sponsor Spotlight - Beyond Identity
Identity at the Center6 Maalis 2025

#335 - Sponsor Spotlight - Beyond Identity

This episode is sponsored by Beyond Identity. Visit https://www.beyondidentity.com/idac to learn more.

In this sponsored episode of the Identity at the Center podcast, Jeff and Jim host Sarah Cecchetti, Director of Product Strategy at Beyond Identity. They discuss the transition away from password-based systems to more secure, passwordless authentication methods. Sarah explains the unique differentiators of Beyond Identity, their integration with security tools, and how they leverage cryptographic keys stored in device secure enclaves. The conversation covers user resistance to biometrics, deployment strategies, and the importance of shared security signals. Sarah also shares personal anecdotes about her backpacking trip across Spain and informs listeners about upcoming events like BeyondCon, featuring live demos and a private performance of Broadway hits.


Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Passwordless Authentication00:34 What Makes Beyond Identity Unique?01:35 Welcome to the Identity at the Center Podcast02:01 Introduction of Sarah Cecchetti03:04 Beyond Identity's Approach to Authentication09:31 Balancing Security and Usability16:00 Use Cases and Customer Success Stories19:15 Technical Insights and Future Directions24:32 Understanding Customer Policy Changes24:48 Real-World Scenarios of Shared Signals25:10 Implementing Shared Signals in Security27:47 Policy Simulation and Auditing28:31 Addressing Identity-Based Threats29:57 The Future of Passwordless Security33:56 Challenges in Identity Deployment37:49 BeyondCon and Industry Events41:12 Personal Adventures and Reflections46:42 Final Thoughts and Farewell


Connect with Sarah: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sarahcecchetti/

Learn more about Beyond Identity: https://www.beyondidentity.com/idac

Beyond Con: https://insights.beyondidentity.com/beyondcon-west-2025/about


Connect with us on LinkedIn:

Jim McDonald: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jimmcdonaldpmp/

Jeff Steadman: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jeffsteadman/


Visit the show on the web at idacpodcast.com and watch at https://www.youtube.com/@idacpodcast

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