In this episode of the Identity at the Center Podcast, hosts Jeff and Jim enthusiastically announce that their podcast is now the official podcast of IDPro. Heather Flanagan, the Executive Director of IDPro, joins the discussion to share insights about the previous IDPro Show, the time and resource constraints of producing it, and the transition to…

In this episode of Identity at the Center, Kristin Olsen, Director of Product Management for the guest travel experience at Alaska Airlines, shares insights into the evolving world of digital identity in the travel industry. Kristin discusses the vision for seamless travel using face or phone for identity verification, collaboration with TSA, and f…

Join Jeff and Jim in this episode of the Identity at the Center Podcast as they delve into the upcoming Identity Management Day 2025. Featuring guest Jeff Reich, Executive Director at the Identity Defined Security Alliance (IDSA), this episode unpacks the significance of non-human identities, AI in identity management, and the existential questions…

Join AI Jeff and AI Jim on 'Identity at the Center' as they explore the most outrageous and entertaining innovations in identity and access management (IAM) for this special April Fools' episode. From 'Identity at the Center - After Dark' on Diz-Prime-flix to the rise of 'Carrier Pigeon Authentication,' this episode promises a wild ride through the…

In this episode of the Identity at the Center Podcast, hosts Jeff and Jim delve into the intricacies of compliance, governance, and cybersecurity with special guest and colleague Kia Smith, a director in RSM's Security and Privacy Risk Consulting practice. They explore the foundational role of compliance activities such as Sarbanes-Oxley, the cruci…

This episode is sponsored by Permiso. Visit permiso.io/idac to learn more. In this sponsored episode of the Identity at the Center Podcast, hosts Jeff and Jim sit down with Paul Nguyen, co-founder and co-CEO of Permiso, to discuss the critical role of identity security in modern information security. Paul shares insights into the history of identit…

In this episode of the Identity at the Center Podcast, Jeff and Jim discuss the upcoming European Identity and Cloud Conference (EIC) with Warwick Ashford, Senior Analyst at KuppingerCole Analysts. Warwick outlines the differences between digital identity and identity and access management (IAM), emphasizing the importance of managing non-human ide…

In this episode of the Identity Center Podcast, Jim McDonald discusses policy enforcement, adaptive authentication, and fraud prevention with Patrick Harding, Chief Product Architect at Ping Identity. They delve into how policy enforcement can be managed locally to maintain performance for SaaS applications while ensuring greater flexibility using …

In this episode of the Identity at the Center Podcast, Jeff and Jim tackle questions from listeners around the world, including: "What certifications or skills would you recommend focusing on in 2025?" "What are some of the most common mistakes companies make when rolling out MFA, and how can they avoid them?" and "How should small and mid-sized bu…

This episode is sponsored by Beyond Identity. Visit https://www.beyondidentity.com/idac to learn more. In this sponsored episode of the Identity at the Center podcast, Jeff and Jim host Sarah Cecchetti, Director of Product Strategy at Beyond Identity. They discuss the transition away from password-based systems to more secure, passwordless authenti…

Get an insider's look at Identiverse with special guest Andi Hindle, the conference chair, on this episode of 'Identity at the Center.' Andi joins Jeff and Jim to discuss the upcoming Identiverse 2025 in Las Vegas, highlighting key sessions, workshops, and keynote speakers. They explore the significance of industry conferences, delve into non-human…

In this episode of the Identity as a Center podcast, Jeff and Jim interview Andrew Cameron, Technical Fellow in Identity and Access Management at General Motors. The discussion covers the importance of speed and security in mission-critical automotive applications, the evolution and impact of identity standards, and the integration of modern identi…

This episode is sponsored by IAMONES. Visit https://iamones.ai/idac to learn more. In this sponsored episode of the Identity at the Center podcast, Jim welcomes Andrea Rossi from IAMONES, an innovative conversational identity governance platform. They discuss the revolutionary approach IAMONES takes in simplifying identity and access management (IA…

Join Jeff and Jim on the Identity at the Center podcast as they speak with Matt Franko, Principal at RSM, about the critical role of identity in cybersecurity. Matt discusses how risk management and digital identity intersect, providing insights into top attack vectors like phishing and weak passwords. They delve into the importance of strong ident…

In this episode of the Identity at the Center Podcast, hosts Jeff and Jim dive deep into group management, AI, and organizational governance with David Johnson, Principal PM Architect at Microsoft. Join the conversation as David shares his extensive experience managing Microsoft 365, Entra, and SharePoint permissions, and provides best practices fo…

In this episode of the Identity at the Center podcast, hosts Jeff and Jim discuss the vital role of user access reviews, device identity, and the evolving landscape of Identity Access Management (IAM) with guest Stephen Washington, Head of IAM at Discover Financial. The conversation delves into regulatory compliance, the use of AI in IAM, and pract…

Jeff and guest co-host Sean O'Dell, an identity expert from Disney, discuss the importance of knowing and cleaning data to optimize identity and access management. They delve into topics like Shared Signals Framework (SSF) and Continuous Access Evaluation Profile (CAEP), and how these standards are paving the way for event-driven IAM. They also tou…

This episode is sponsored by Andromeda Security. Learn more at https://www.andromedasecurity.com/idac⁠ Join Jeff and Jim on the Identity at the Center podcast as they chat with Ashish Shah, co-founder and Chief Product Officer of Andromeda Security. In this sponsored episode, Ashish dives deep into the importance of solving identity security proble…

In this episode of the Identity at the Center podcast, hosts Jeff and Jim welcome Martin Kuppinger, Founder and Principal Analyst at KuppingerCole, for his fifth appearance. The discussion delves into the evolving intersection of AI and identity, emphasizing the critical need for reliable identity verification as technology advances. The conversati…

Welcome to the Identity at the Center podcast! In this episode, hosts Jeff and Jim dive deep into modern identity architecture with guest Ian Glazer. They discuss topics such as the importance of policy, data orchestration, and the evolving landscape of identity and access management (IAM). Ian shares his thoughts on the future of IAM, the integrat…

#324 - RSM & IDAC Present - The Intersection of Cybersecurity and Digital Identity with Tauseef Ghazi In this episode of the Identity at the Center podcast, Jeff and Jim discuss the growing importance of digital identity in cybersecurity. Joined by Tauseef Ghazi, the Security and Privacy practice lead at RSM, the conversation explores the challenge…

In this special episode of the Identity at the Center Podcast, hosts Jeff and Jim sit down with Hed Kovetz, CEO and co-founder of Silverfort, at the Gartner IAM Summit in Texas. Hed shares insights on the evolution of identity security, the interplay between legacy and modern IT systems, and the importance of securing non-human identities. They als…

In this episode of the Identity at the Center podcast, hosts Jeff and Jim dive into the concept of Identity Security Posture Management (ISPM) with Henrique Teixeira, Senior Vice President of Strategy at Saviynt and former Gartner analyst. Henrique explains ISPM as an Apple Watch for your identity program, focusing on preventive measures before an …

In this special Sponsor Spotlight episode of the Identity at the Center podcast, host Jim McDonald welcomes Chris Steinke from MightyID. Chris shares insights into identity as a valuable asset and its versatility as a security mechanism. The discussion delves into MightyID's unique features, focusing on IAM resilience including backup, recovery, mi…

In this special episode of Identity at the Center, hosts Jim McDonald and Jeff Steadman kick off the inaugural FIDO Feud—a game show packed with fun and informative challenges about digital identity. Team Glitterati, led by Megan Shamas, and Team Identifriends, led by Jim, face off in a series of rounds centered around common passwords, identity tr…

In this episode of the Identity at the Center podcast, Jim McDonald is joined by guest David Mahdi, CIO at Transmit Security and former Gartner analyst. The discussion delves into the challenges of identity security and the necessity of transitioning from IAM to identity security to mitigate privacy, fraud, and scam risks. They explore the converge…

In this episode of the Identity at the Center podcast, hosts Jim McDonald and Jeff Steadman delve into the significance of shared signals in identity and access management (IAM). Featuring Mike Kiser, Director of Strategy and Standards at SailPoint, the discussion spans Kiser's career journey from IBM to SailPoint, the importance of standards and s…

In this sponsored episode of the Identity at the Center podcast brought to you by Strivacity, Jeff and Jim welcome Stephen Cox, co-founder and CTO of Strivacity, to discuss the evolving landscape of identity management. The conversation covers Strivacity's unique approach to customer identity and access management (CIAM), the importance of isolatio…

In this engaging podcast episode, hosts Jeff and Jim broadcast from the Authenticate 2024 conference in Carlsbad, California, exploring a wide range of topics. They discuss their podcast's future and share personal experiences with hurricanes. Joined by Dean Saxe, Principal Engineer at Beyond Identity and Chair of the OpenID Foundation Death & The …

In this compelling episode of the Identity at the Center podcast, hosts Jeff and Jim invite you to explore the evolving landscape of privacy, identity, and data security. Featuring insights from industry expert Tina Srivastava, co-founder of Badge, they delve into the pressing issue of data breaches and the innovative technologies designed to comba…

This episode is sponsored by Semperis: semperis.com In this sponsored episode of the Identity at the Center podcast, hosts Jeff and Jim discuss the changing landscape of ransomware attacks and the importance of identity security with Gil Kirkpatrick, Chief Architect at Semperis. They explore how ransomware strategies have evolved from merely encryp…

In this special episode of the Identity at the Center podcast, recorded live from the SailPoint Navigate 2024 conference in Orlando, hosts Jeff and Jim engage with Andrew Moore, VP of Product Management at SailPoint. The conversation spans a variety of critical themes, including the management of identity platforms, product development, and the imp…

In this comprehensive episode, Jeff and Jim broadcast from the Authenticate 2024 conference in San Diego, uncovering the deep connection between technology and human rights with an emphasis on inclusivity and ethical considerations in digital identity advancements. Hear from Grace Klutke, the Kim Cameron Award winner, about her remarkable journey f…

In this episode of the Identity at the Center podcast, Jim McDonald speaks with Brandon Pinzon, an Insurance Industry Cybersecurity Executive, about the evolving landscape of identity management. They discuss Brandon's journey into digital identity, the role of identity management within organizations, and the unique challenges faced by the insuran…

In this episode of the Identity at the Center podcast, Jim McDonald is joined by Eve Maler to explore a provocative topic—"Consent is Dead." Eve shares insights from her recent keynote at the European Identity and Cloud Conference (EIC) in Berlin, where she unpacked the failures of consent-based systems in protecting user privacy. They discuss why …

In this Token Identity sponsored episode of the Identity at the Center podcast, hosts Jeff and Jim welcome Ido Shlomo, co-founder and CTO of Token Security, to discuss the vital and often overlooked topic of non-human identities or machine identities within organizations. The conversation covers how machine identities differ from human identities, …

In this episode of the Identity at the Center podcast, Jeff and Jim discuss how to make the business case for IAM and determining the return on investment (ROI). Joined by Andre Koot, they delve into the need for a compelling business case to drive IAM investments. The conversation covers the quantitative and qualitative aspects of ROI, and the imp…

In this comprehensive episode of the Identity at the Center podcast, hosts Jeff and Jim explore the foundations and sustainability of effective Identity and Access Management (IAM) programs. They delve into the essential elements of setting up an IAM program, including the importance of executive buy-in, phased implementation strategies, the signif…

In this sponsored episode of the Identity at the Center podcast, brought to you by Panini, hosts Jeff and Jim interview Marta Nappo, the Strategic Marketing and Business Development Director at Panini. Marta discusses Panini's evolution from a leading check scanner company to entering the identity verification market with their new solution called …

In this episode of the Identity at the Center podcast, Jeff and Jim are live at the Identity Week America conference in Washington, DC. Welcoming Ryan Galluzzo, Identity Management Program Lead at NIST, they dive into recent NIST updates, including a mobile driver's license project, changes in public comment and revision processes, and the signific…

In this episode of the Identity at the Center podcast, host Jim McDonald welcomes Deneen DeFiore, Chief Information Security Officer at United Airlines. The episode delves into Deneen's career path in identity, her extensive experience at General Electric, and the evolution of identity and access management practices. The conversation transitions t…

In this sponsored episode of the Identity at the Center Podcast, hosts Jeff and Jim speak with Nitin Sonawane, Chief Product Officer and Co-Founder of Zilla Security. Nitin shares insights about disrupting the identity security and governance space with innovative solutions such as Zilla Universal Sync (ZUS) and how AI and ML can streamline and enh…

In this episode of the Identity at the Center podcast, Jeff and Jim discuss the intricacies of authentication with Andrew Shikiar, Executive Director and CEO of the FIDO Alliance. The conversation covers various aspects of authentication including different use cases, the importance of passkeys, and regional adoption trends. They also highlight the…

In this sponsored episode, Jim McDonald hosts Eric Woodruff, Senior Security Researcher at Semperis, to discuss the company's approach to identity security. They delve into Semperis' tools like Purple Knight and Forest Druid, focusing on their capabilities in detecting and mitigating Active Directory and Entra ID vulnerabilities. The conversation c…

In episode 300 of the Identity at the Center podcast, hosts Jeff and Jim celebrate their significant milestone by discussing the origins and future of the podcast. They delve into the complexities of identity management in educational settings and explore the philosophical underpinnings of the term 'identity at the center.' Highlighted questions fr…

In this episode of Identity at the Center podcast, hosts Jeff and Jim delve into Microsoft's approach to identity and access management with guest Merill Fernando, a product manager at Microsoft. Merill shares his journey into the identity space, the current state and future plans for Entra ID, and the importance of DevOps and governance in identit…

In this episode of the Identity at the Center podcast, hosts Jeff and Jim delve into the complexities of creating effective RFPs (Request for Proposals) for Identity and Access Management (IAM) systems. They provide critical advice for both the customer and vendor sides, stressing the importance of defining clear objectives, understanding technical…

In this episode, Jeff and Jim discuss various Identity and Access Management (IAM) topics with their guest, Chris Power, Senior Manager of IAM at Sallie Mae. They tackle the evolution and challenges of non-human identities, the potential sunsetting of Role-Based Access Control (RBAC) in favor of policy-based methods, and the organizational design o…

In this episode of the Identity at the Center podcast, hosts Jeff and Jim engage in a lively discussion with Allan Foster, who shares his extensive journey in the identity and access management (IAM) space. Alan reminisces about his time starting ForgeRock in a London pub, the inception of the Digital Identity Advancement Foundation (DIAF), and his…

In this episode of the Identity at the Center podcast, hosts Jeff and Jim engage in a lively discussion with Joseph Carson, Chief Security Scientist and Advisory CISO at Delinea. They explore Joseph's extensive career journey in identity and access management, cybersecurity, and his hands-on experiences in Estonia's pioneering digital identity ecos…