Identity and Access Management (IAM) Learning Path
Identity and Access Management (IAM) course covers the frameworks and technologies used to ensure secure access to systems and applications by managing user identities and their permissions. It focuses on best practices for authentication, authorization, and single sign-on (SSO) solutions. The course also explores how to implement IAM policies to protect data, comply with regulations, and prevent security breaches.
Introduction to Information Technology (IT) & Networking
Fundamentals of Cybersecurity
Basics of Identity and Access Management (IAM)
IAM Policies and Governance
Introduction to Cloud IAM (AWS, Azure, Google Cloud)
Solution-Specific Tracks
Advanced Azure AD Features & Integrations
Certification Path

Microsoft Certified: Identity and Access Administrator Associate

Microsoft Certified: Security, Compliance, and Identity
Okta Identity Cloud Learning Path
Okta Advanced Administration & Integrations
Certification Path

Okta Certified Professional

Okta Certified Administrator
Advanced IBM IGI Implementations
Certification Path

IBM Certified Deployment Professional - Security Identity Governance and Intelligence
SailPoint IdentityNow Learning Path
Advanced SailPoint Features & Customization
Certification Path

SailPoint Certified IdentityNow Professional
IAM Architecture & Enterprise Design
Real-World IAM Case Studies & Best Practices
Hours Per Day
≈ 7-8 Months
≈ 6 Months
≈ 5 Months
System Administrator
$89,000 /year
What day-to-day looks like
- System Monitoring and Maintenance
- Design and Development
- OS and Application Installation, Configuration, and Testing
- Performance Monitoring
- System Automation
- Technical Support
- Security and Backup
- Continuous Improvement
- Collaboration and Coordination
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FAQs
1. What is Identity and Access Management (IAM)?
IAM ensures the right users have access to the right resources at the right time while preventing unauthorized access.
2. Who should take this learning path?
- IT professionals looking to specialize in IAM.
- Security analysts, cloud security engineers, and risk managers.
3. What will I learn?
- IAM concepts: authentication, authorization, SSO, MFA, and federation.
- IAM tools like Okta, Ping Identity, and Microsoft Entra ID.
4. Are there any prerequisites?
- Basic understanding of security concepts and networking.
5. What certifications can I pursue?
- Certified Identity and Access Manager (CIAM)
- Okta Certified Professional
- Microsoft Certified: Identity and Access Administrator (SC-300)
6. What career opportunities are available?
- IAM Engineer/Architect
- Cloud Security Engineer
- Access Governance Specialist