PAM Components and Architecture

Privileged accounts pose security risks if not properly managed. This course will teach you the core components of privileged access management (PAM) and how to implement secure access controls to protect critical systems from unauthorized access.

What you'll learn

Unauthorized access to privileged accounts is a major security risk, leading to data breaches, insider threats, and compliance violations. In this course, PAM Components and Architecture, you’ll learn to implement and manage privileged access management (PAM) to secure critical systems.

First, you’ll explore the role of PAM in cybersecurity and understand how poor privilege management has led to real-world breaches. Next, you’ll discover the key differences between privileged and standard accounts and how the principle of least privilege (PoLP) enhances security. Finally, you’ll learn about implementing core PAM components, including vaults, session managers, and monitoring tools, to control and monitor privileged access.

When you’re finished with this course, you’ll have the skills and knowledge of privileged access management (PAM) needed to strengthen access controls and reduce security risks in your organization.