A comprehensive ARM program includes several key elements:
Access policies: Defining clear guidelines for granting and revoking user access based on the principle of least privilege (granting only the minimum access needed for job function).
Identity and access management (IAM) systems: Centralized platforms for managing user identities, credentials, and access rights.
User provisioning and deprovisioning: Efficient processes for granting access to new users and revoking it when they leave the organization.
Access monitoring and auditing: Continuously monitoring user activity and logging access events for forensic analysis and anomaly detection.
Security awareness training: Educating employees about cybersecurity best practices, including password hygiene and phishing awareness, to reduce human error risks.