What Ten Years in Identity and Access Management Taught Me About Security and Leadership
When I first stepped into the world of identity and access management, things looked very different. Systems were simpler, threats felt less aggressive, and many organizations treated access control as a basic IT function rather than a strategic priority. Over time, that perspective changed dramatically as businesses realized how critical it is to protect who can access what. Those early experiences shaped my understanding of how security evolves. Back then, learning through trial and error was common, and teams relied heavily on manual processes. Today, the field has matured, and identity governance best practices are central to how organizations protect their digital environments. Watching the threat landscape evolve Over the past decade, one of the most noticeable changes has been the growing sophistication of threats. What used to be simple password attacks has turned into complex strategies involving phishing, social engineering, and credential misuse. This shift forced teams to ...