Tools and Technology Cluster

IGA

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Core BoK™ Definition

Identity Governance and Administration (IGA) focuses on governing access rights, certifications, approvals, roles, and identity lifecycle controls.

Plain-Language Meaning

IGA helps ensure access is appropriate, reviewed, and aligned to business need.

Why it Matters for Insider Risk Exposure

1

Defines a tool category without implying that tooling alone manages insider risk.

2

Helps readers understand where signals or controls may support exposure management.

3

Creates comparison opportunities and internal links to the Tools hub.

Real-World Scenarios / Examples

  • access recertification
  • role review
  • entitlement governance

Common Mistakes / Misconceptions

  • Positioning a tool category as a complete program.
  • Publishing proprietary integration or scoring methods.
  • Ignoring governance, privacy, and legal review.

Insider Risk Capability Framework™ (IRCF™) Alignment

Strong alignment with IAM, Oversight and Compliance, and Governance.

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