Azure Identity and Access Management (IAM) is a set of tools and services provided by Microsoft Azure that enable users to manage identities and access to Azure resources. Azure IAM helps organizations secure their resources by providing a centralized way to manage access control, permissions, and authentication. Some of the Azure IAM services include:
Azure Active Directory (Azure AD)
Azure AD is a cloud-based identity and access management service that provides a range of features, including user and group management, application access management, and single sign-on (SSO) capabilities. Azure AD enables users to authenticate and authorize access to Azure resources and other cloud-based applications.
Azure AD also integrates with other Azure services such as Azure Information Protection and Azure Multi-Factor Authentication to provide additional security features.
Azure AD B2C
Azure AD B2C (Business to Customer) is a cloud-based service that provides identity management for customer-facing applications. Azure AD B2C enables organizations to manage user identities and authentication for external-facing applications, such as mobile apps and websites.
Azure AD B2C provides features such as social identity providers (such as Facebook and Google), multi-factor authentication, and customizable sign-up and sign-in experiences. It also integrates with Azure AD and other Azure services to provide additional security features.
Azure AD Domain Services
Azure AD Domain Services is a cloud-based service that provides domain services such as domain join, group policy, and LDAP (Lightweight Directory Access Protocol) for Azure VMs (virtual machines) and Azure AD-connected devices.
Azure AD Domain Services enables organizations to deploy traditional Active Directory-dependent applications to Azure without the need for on-premises domain controllers. It also integrates with Azure AD to provide additional security features such as user and group management.
Azure AD Connect
Azure AD Connect is a cloud-based service that enables organizations to synchronize on-premises directories, such as Active Directory, with Azure AD. Azure AD Connect enables users to manage identities and access to Azure resources from a single location, regardless of where the identities are stored.
Azure AD Connect provides features such as password synchronization, single sign-on, and automatic user provisioning. It also integrates with other Azure services such as Azure AD to provide additional security features.
Azure Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA)
Azure MFA is a cloud-based authentication service that adds an extra layer of security to user sign-ins. Azure MFA requires users to provide two or more forms of authentication, such as a password and a mobile device, before granting access to Azure resources.
Azure MFA supports various authentication methods such as phone call, text message, and mobile app notification. It also integrates with Azure AD and other Azure services to provide additional security features.
Azure Role-Based Access Control (RBAC)
Azure RBAC is a cloud-based access control service that enables users to manage access to Azure resources. Azure RBAC enables users to assign roles to users and groups, which determine the level of access they have to Azure resources.
Azure RBAC offers built-in roles such as Owner, Contributor, and Reader, as well as custom roles that can be created based on specific needs. It also integrates with other Azure services such as Azure AD to provide additional security features.
Azure Privileged Identity Management (PIM)
Azure PIM is a cloud-based service that provides a way to manage and monitor access to privileged roles in Azure. Azure PIM enables users to control access to resources that require elevated permissions, such as administrative access to virtual machines and databases.
Azure PIM provides features such as role activation, access reviews, and approval workflows to ensure that privileged access is only granted when necessary. It also integrates with other Azure services such as Azure AD and Azure RBAC to provide additional security features.
Summary
Azure Identity and Access Management provides a range of tools and services that enable users to manage identities and access to Azure resources. These services enable organizations to secure their resources and data by providing centralized access control, permissions, and authentication.