Strengthening Identity and Access Management in Cloud DevSecOps: Strategies and Tools

Satheesh Reddy Gopireddy

Abstract: In an era of growing cloud adoption, it is becoming more and more important for businesses to have robust security. CIAM (Customer Identity and Access Management) CUCCP-Cloud Customer Commitment Program IAM-Identity and access management the key to secure the cloud workloads is always important, especially in DevSecOps model which circulates around embedding security at each phase of that SDLC. In this article, we will explore the best IaC strategies which can be used to adopt semantic IAM in cloud-based DevSecOps workflows. Among other things, we look at the role of a Zero Trust architecture and how IAM processes can be automated with AI & ML algorithms for better access controls. The paper also touches on IAM-as-Code, that can bring identity management more in line with DevSecOps principles so security is a continuous process across development and operations. Enforcing controls like IAM on the workloads they run, can protect organisations against unauthorised access and reduce risk of data breaches whilst remaining compliant with industry regulations.

Keywords: cloud security, DevSecOps, identity management, access control, Zero Trust architecture