Cloud Security: First Principles and Future Opportunities Part 3 of 5 - Modernizing Identity: Navigating Challenges and Embracing Cloud Solutions

As organizations continue to adopt digital transformation and generative AI (GenAI) technologies, traditional approaches to identity management are increasingly inadequate. Our Cloud Security: First Principles and Future Opportunities webcast series, excerpted from the SANS Cloud Security Exchange 2024, addresses these evolving challenges with five actionable segments.

Part 3: Modernizing Identity: Navigating Challenges and Embracing Cloud Solutions

In Part 3, we tackle the pressing need for identity modernization as organizations transition from legacy systems to cloud-based applications. As outdated protocols and misconfigurations become more prevalent, this webcast will explore the benefits of modern identity solutions and their role in enhancing security through conditional access and zero trust principles.

We'll also discuss the complexities of integrating modern identity solutions within legacy systems and how a proactive approach can protect against unauthorized access and operational disruptions.

Key Takeaways

• Understand why modern identity management is essential for securing cloud workloads and addressing legacy system challenges.
• Explore the importance of zero trust and how modern identity solutions help future-proof organizational security.
• Learn why identity modernization is no longer optional, but critical for organizations navigating today's cloud security demands.

Featured Speakers

• Angelica Faber, Sr. Security Architect, Microsoft Azure Security
• Simon Vernon, Certified Instructor, SANS Institute