Identity and Access Management (IAM) - How It All Fits Together

Learn how Identity and Access Management (IAM) components interconnect and function as a cohesive security framework in this 48-minute conference talk from BSides San Antonio 2025. Explore the fundamental principles of IAM architecture, understand how different identity management systems work together, and discover best practices for implementing comprehensive access control strategies. Gain insights into the relationships between authentication, authorization, and identity governance, while examining real-world scenarios that demonstrate how IAM solutions integrate across enterprise environments to protect organizational resources and maintain security compliance.