Definition
Plan and implement identity governance is the process of establishing and enforcing policies and procedures for managing digital identities and their access to resources throughout their lifecycle. It ensures that the right individuals have appropriate access to the right resources at the right times for the right reasons. This practice is crucial for maintaining security, compliance, and operational efficiency by preventing unauthorized access and mitigating risks. For instance, it involves automating the onboarding and offboarding of employees, ensuring their access is provisioned upon hiring and revoked promptly upon termination. Unlike simple access control, identity governance focuses on the entire lifecycle of an identity and its associated permissions, including regular reviews and audits. This concept is frequently tested on CompTIA Security+, CySA+, and CISSP examinations.