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In this engaging episode, hosts Jim McDonald and Jeff Steadman wrap up their Identiverse 2024 experience with a thought-provoking panel discussion. Joined by Alex Bovee, CEO and Co-Founder of ConductorOne; Ian Glazer, Founder and President of Weave Identity; and Lance Peterman, Identity Lead at Dick's Sporting Goods and Professor at UNC Charlotte, the conversation dives deep into the future of identity management. The panel explores the concept of Zero Standing Privileges (ZSP) as the evolution of least privilege, discussing its feasibility, operational challenges, and the maturity curve required for organizations to adopt such a model. Ian shares his perspective on the future of identity governance, while Alex and Lance provide insights into practical implementations and the role of automation in achieving ZSP. The discussion also touches on the importance of context, policy, and the need for better data orchestration to make identity management more effective. Tune in for an insightful conversation on the next frontier of identity management and the steps needed to get there. Connect with Alex Bovee - https://www.linkedin.com/in/alexbovee/ Learn about ConductorOne - https://www.conductorone.com/?utm_source=identityatthecenter&utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=c1-brand⁠ Connect with Ian: https://www.linkedin.com/in/iglazer/ Learn about Weave Identity - https://weaveidentity.com/ Connect with Lance - https://www.linkedin.com/in/lancepeterman/ Attending Identity Week in Europe, America, or Asia? Use our discount code IDAC30 for 30% off your registration fee! Learn more at: Europe: https://www.terrapinn.com/exhibition/identity-week/ America: https://www.terrapinn.com/exhibition/identity-week-america Asia: https://www.terrapinn.com/exhibition/identity-week-asia/ 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 http://idacpodcast.com and watch at https://www.youtube.com/@idacpodcast 🔑 Episode Keywords Zero Standing Privileges, Identity Management, Access Control, Automation In Identity, Identity Governance, Privileged Access Management, Cybersecurity, Identity And Security Professionals, Identity Maturity Curve, Identity At The Center, Role-Based Access Control (Rbac), Identity And Access Management (Iam), Identity Protocols, Identity Fabric, Identity Data Orchestration, Ephemeral Access, Identity Automation, Identity Governance And Administration (Iga), Identity Signals, Identity Policy Construction

7 Juni 202449min

In this episode, hosts Jim McDonald and Jeff Steadman welcome Andrew Shikiar, Executive Director & CEO at the FIDO Alliance, for his 7th appearance on the Identity at the Center Podcast. They discuss what's new with the FIDO alliance and what to expect from the upcoming Authenticate event. The conversation also includes some yet to be determined topics. Don't miss out on this insightful discussion! In this episode of Identity at the Center, hosts Jim McDonald and Jeff Steadman sit down with Andrew Shakira, Executive Director of the FIDO Alliance, at Identiverse 2024. They explore the myths and realities of FIDO adoption in the banking sector, discuss the growth and impact of the FIDO Alliance, and delve into the latest developments in passwordless authentication and passkeys. Andrew shares insights into how FIDO is reducing identity-related fraud and the role of certifications in ensuring security and interoperability. The conversation also covers the importance of usability in multi-factor authentication (MFA) and the challenges and opportunities of implementing FIDO in various environments, from first responders to prisons. The episode wraps up with a look ahead to the Authenticate conference, emphasizing the collaborative and supportive nature of the identity community. Tune in for a comprehensive discussion on the state of identity authentication and the future of passwordless security. Connect with Andrew: https://www.linkedin.com/in/andrewshikiar/ Learn more about the FIDO Alliance: https://fidoalliance.org/ Attending Identity Week in Europe, America, or Asia? Use our discount code IDAC30 for 30% off your registration fee! Learn more at: Europe: https://www.terrapinn.com/exhibition/identity-week/ America: https://www.terrapinn.com/exhibition/identity-week-america Asia: https://www.terrapinn.com/exhibition/identity-week-asia/ 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 http://idacpodcast.com and watch at https://www.youtube.com/@idacpodcast 🔑 Episode Keywords Identity Management, Fido Alliance, Passkeys, Cybersecurity, Biometric Authentication, User Experience, Identity Fraud, Compliance, Multi-Factor Authentication, Identiverse 2024, Certification, Fdic Guidelines, Digital Identity, Authentication Standards, Connected Devices, Security Keys, Identity Verification, Liveness Detection, Technology Adoption, Cyber Risk

6 Juni 202449min

In this episode, hosts Jim McDonald and Jeff Steadman are live from Identiverse 2024, where they catch up with old friends and meet new faces. They dive into the highlights of the conference, including the overwhelming support from listeners and the buzz around Jim's infamous jacket. Joining them are Ian Glazer, Arynn Crow, and Allan Foster from the Digital Identity Advancement Foundation (DIAF), along with Kim Cameron Award winners Sophie Bennani-Taylor and Matthew Spence. The discussion covers the mission of DIAF, the impact of the Kim Cameron Award, and the personal journeys of Sophie and Matthew in the digital identity space. Listeners get a glimpse into the experiences of the award winners at Identiverse, their thoughts on digital identity, and their favorite moments from the conference. The episode wraps up with fun anecdotes about their time in Las Vegas, including an escape room adventure and culinary highlights. Learn more about the Digital Identity Advancement Foundation (DIAF) and how you can contribute - https://diaf.link/donate Ian Glazer - https://www.linkedin.com/in/iglazer/ Arynn Crow - https://www.linkedin.com/in/arynn-crow-821761103/ Allan Foster - https://www.linkedin.com/in/allanfoster/ Kim Cameron award recipients: Sophie Bennani-Taylor - https://www.linkedin.com/in/0sophie-taylor/ Matthew Spence - https://www.linkedin.com/in/spence-m/ TechCongress - https://www.techcongress.io/congressional-innovation-fellowship Jim’s Jacket - https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07ZD8NGWZ Attending Identity Week in Europe, America, or Asia? Use our discount code IDAC30 for 30% off your registration fee! Learn more at: Europe: https://www.terrapinn.com/exhibition/identity-week/ America: https://www.terrapinn.com/exhibition/identity-week-america Asia: https://www.terrapinn.com/exhibition/identity-week-asia/ 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 http://idacpodcast.com and watch at https://www.youtube.com/@idacpodcast 🔑 Episode Keywords Digital Identity, Iam, Cybersecurity, Diaf, Kim Cameron Award, Digital Identity Advancement Foundation, Identiverse, Rsm Cyber Risk Alliance, Identity Conference, Technology Policy, Cybersecurity Education, Digital Sociology, Tech Congress, Digital Ethics, Identity Enablement, Professional Networking, Digital Identity Standards, Identity Innovation, Digital Id World Conference, Identity Community

5 Juni 202437min

In this episode, hosts Jim McDonald and Jeff Steadman are live from Identiverse in Las Vegas, engaging in a lively conversation with Danny de Vreeze, VP of Identity and Access Management at Thales. They dive deep into the transformative potential of AI in identity management, discussing how conversational AI can revolutionize user interactions by enabling non-technical people to ask business questions and get comprehensible answers. Danny shares his extensive 25-year journey in the IAM field, from the early days of enterprise portals to the complexities of managing identities in today's cloud-based environments. The discussion also touches on the evolution of customer identity and access management (CIAM) and the importance of making access frictionless and secure. Danny explains how Thales integrates various IAM technologies, including biometrics and secure access, to create a comprehensive identity solution. The episode wraps up with a light-hearted debate on whether Las Vegas is overrated or underrated as a conference destination. Connect with Danny: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dannydevreeze/ Learn more about Thales OneWelcome: https://www6.thalesgroup.com/b2b-identity-management?utm_source=Podcast_center&utm_campaign=B2B_IAM Attending Identity Week in Europe, America, or Asia? Use our discount code IDAC30 for 30% off your registration fee! Learn more at: Europe: https://www.terrapinn.com/exhibition/identity-week/ America: https://www.terrapinn.com/exhibition/identity-week-america Asia: https://www.terrapinn.com/exhibition/identity-week-asia/ 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 http://idacpodcast.com and watch at https://www.youtube.com/@idacpodcast 🔑 Episode Keywords Ai In Business, Openai, Chatgpt, Google Ai Gemini, Prompt Engineering, Identity And Access Management, Iam, Zero Trust, Blockchain, Cybersecurity, Digital Identity, Customer Consent, Gdpr Compliance, Cloud-Based Iam, B2B Identity Management, Thales Identity Solutions, Progressive Profiling, Conversational Ai, Data Privacy, Ai-Driven Business Solutions

4 Juni 202455min

In episode 284 of the Identity at the Center Podcast, hosts Jim McDonald and Jeff Steadman sat down with George Roberts, Global Access & Identity Director at McDonald’s at Identiverse 2024. The discussion started with George's journey into the field of identity, followed by a deep dive into his role at McDonald's, and his previous experiences at Identiverse. The highlight of the episode was his keynote at Identiverse titled “The Future of Authorization.” George also gave insights into his session “One McDonald’s Way: The Global Identity & Access Journey at McDonald's.” Stay tuned for this engaging conversation. Connect with George: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sirtwist/ Attending Identity Week in Europe, America, or Asia? Use our discount code IDAC30 for 30% off your registration fee! Learn more at: Europe: https://www.terrapinn.com/exhibition/identity-week/ America: https://www.terrapinn.com/exhibition/identity-week-america Asia: https://www.terrapinn.com/exhibition/identity-week-asia/ 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 http://idacpodcast.com and watch at https://www.youtube.com/@idacpodcast

3 Juni 202454min

In this episode, hosts Jim and Jeff talk about the Identiverse conference taking place this week in Las Vegas before diving into the Hypr report about the State of Passwordless Identity Assurance. They discuss the alarming statistics that 91% of breached organizations cite credential misuse or authentication weaknesses as a root cause, and the average cost of authentication-related breaches in the last 12 months was $5.48 million. State of Passwordless Identity Assurance report by HYPR: https://www.hypr.com/resources/report-state-of-passwordless Identiverse 2024: As an IDAC listener, you can register with 25% off by using code IDV24-IDAC25 at https://events.identiverse.com/identiverse2024/register?code=IDV24-IDAC25 Attending Identity Week in Europe, America, or Asia? Use our discount code IDAC30 for 30% off your registration fee! Learn more at: Europe: https://www.terrapinn.com/exhibition/identity-week/ America: https://www.terrapinn.com/exhibition/identity-week-america Asia: https://www.terrapinn.com/exhibition/identity-week-asia/ 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 http://idacpodcast.com and watch at https://www.youtube.com/@idacpodcast\\ 🔑 Episode Keywords Passwordless Authentication, Identity Access Management (Iam), Identity At The Center Podcast, Cybersecurity, Nist Recommendations, Multi-Factor Authentication (Mfa), Identity-Based Attacks, Azure Authenticator, Okta, Identity Verification, Credential Breaches, Identiverse Conference, Continuous Access Evaluation Profile (Cape), Shared Signals Framework (Ssf), Authentication Weaknesses, Cybercrime, Artificial Intelligence In Security, Identity Proofing, Legacy Applications Security, Identity Breach Costs

27 Maj 202428min

On this episode of Identity at the Center, Jim McDonald and Jeff Steadman are joined by Chad Wolcott, Managing Director at RSM US LLP, to peel back the layers of the identity industry. They delve into the complexities of identity consulting, discussing the challenges and triumphs of implementing and managing IAM solutions. From Chad's early days of designing robots to Jim's arcade escapades, the trio shares their most unusual jobs and the lessons learned from their unique experiences. They also tackle pressing topics like the future of passwordless authentication, the role of AI and analytics in identity, and the evolution of authorization from RBAC to dynamic access models. The conversation takes a turn into the realm of IAM horror stories, highlighting the pitfalls of over-engineering solutions and the importance of aligning with organizational change. As they gear up for Identiverse, they share their excitement for reconnecting with industry peers, diving into sessions on AI and identity security, and enjoying the Vegas experience. Tune in for an insightful and candid discussion on the state of identity security, the potential of AI, and the power of automation in the ever-evolving IAM landscape. Connect with Chad: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chad-wolcott/ Meet up with our RSM team at Identiverse 2024! Schedule at https://rsmus.com/events/2024-events/join-rsm-at-identiverse-2024.html Learn more about RSM Digital Identity consulting: https://rsmus.com/services/risk-fraud-cybersecurity/cybersecurity-business-vulnerability/identity-and-access.html 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 follow @IDACPodcast on Twitter. 🔑 Episode Keywords Identity Security Practitioners, Data Breaches, Identity Access Management (Iam), Digital Identity, Identity At The Center Podcast, Access Control, Security Automation, Identity Governance, Passwordless Authentication, Biometrics, Fido Alliance, Multifactor Authentication (Mfa), Policy-Based Access Control (Pbac), Attribute-Based Access Control (Abac), Role-Based Access Control (Rbac), Ai In Identity Management, Identity Analytics, Identity Consulting, Rsm Us Llp, Identity Program Management

22 Maj 20241h 21min

In this episode, hosts Jim McDonald and Jeff Steadman welcome Henrique Teixeira, Senior Vice President of Strategy at Saviynt. Henrique shares his journey into the identity field and reveals how he became a leading figure in digital identity. He discusses his time at Gartner, where he shared his expertise as the conference chair of the IAM summit and created identity scopes such as Cloud Infrastructure & Entitlement Management (CIEM) and Identity Threat Detection & Response (ITDR). Henrique also provides intriguing insights into the role of AI in identity and his transition from Gartner to his current role at Saviynt. The episode ends on a lighter note with Henrique sharing some memorable experiences from his skiing adventures. Connect with Henrique: https://www.linkedin.com/in/bernardes/ Learn more about Saviynt: https://saviynt.com/ Identiverse 2024: As an IDAC listener, you can register with 25% off by using code IDV24-IDAC25 at https://events.identiverse.com/identiverse2024/register?code=IDV24-IDAC25 Meet up with our RSM team! Schedule at https://rsmus.com/events/2024-events/join-rsm-at-identiverse-2024.html Attending Identity Week in Europe, America, or Asia? Use our discount code IDAC30 for 30% off your registration fee! Learn more at: Europe: https://www.terrapinn.com/exhibition/identity-week/ America: https://www.terrapinn.com/exhibition/identity-week-america Asia: https://www.terrapinn.com/exhibition/identity-week-asia/ 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 follow @IDACPodcast on Twitter. 🔑 Episode Keywords Identity And Access Management (Iam), Access Management Research, Magic Quadrant, Identity At The Center Podcast, Jim Mcdonald, Jeff Steadman, Customer Experience, Atlanta Hartsfield Airport, Identiverse Conference, Continuous Access Evaluation Profile (Cape), Identity Week Europe, Identity Week America, Identity Week Asia, Henrique Teixeira, Savian Strategy, Bmc Software, Control Sa, Rsa Conference, Cloud Infrastructure Entitlement Management (Ciem), Identity Threat Detection And Response (Itdr)

20 Maj 20241h 8min