Identity Lifecycle Management (ILM) is the process of managing digital identities throughout their entire lifecycle within an organization. It ensures that the right individuals have the right access to the right resources at the right time—and that this access is updated or removed as circumstances change.
Key Stages of Identity Lifecycle Management:
Identity Creation (Onboarding)
When a new employee, contractor, or user joins, an identity is created in the system.
Access to systems, applications, and resources is granted based on their role, department, or location.
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Identity Management (Provisioning & Updates)
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User details (like roles, job titles, or departments) are maintained and updated.
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Access rights are adjusted accordingly when roles change (e.g., promotion, transfer).
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Access Governance
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Regular reviews and audits ensure that users have appropriate access.
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Policies such as least privilege and separation of duties are enforced.
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De-provisioning (Offboarding)
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When a user leaves the organization, their access is removed in a timely manner.
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This step reduces security risks and ensures compliance.
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Archiving & Audit
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Historical identity and access data are stored for compliance and auditing.
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Helps in forensic investigations and audit trails.
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