IAM Fundamentals with Okta

Course details

If you’re just setting out on a career path in the cybersecurity industry, you may be looking to explore more topics in the field, and identity and access management (IAM) is a great place to start. In this course, join instructor Andrew Chanthaphone as he provides an overview of the core concepts and technical skills required to successfully navigate the complexities of IAM with Okta. Explore the fundamentals of using Okta to perform key IAM tasks such as user management, group management and access policies, multifactor authentication (MFA), user lifecycle management, single-sign on (SSO), application integration, reporting, and analytics. Along the way, Andrews covers a handful of emerging IAM trends to help you level up your skills and prepare for the industry of the future.

Concepts

Introduction

IAM's importance in cybersecurity
What you should know

Introduction to Identity and Access Management (IAM)

Recognizing the significance of IAM
Defining fundamental IAM principles
An overview of Okta's IAM capabilities

Getting Started with Okta

Establishing an Okta account
Using the Okta dashboard to navigate
Overview of the terminology and functionalities of Okta

User Management in Okta

User creation and administration
Assigning permissions and roles to users
Configuring user authentication methods

Group Management and Access Policies

Creating user groups and application assignment
Defining hierarchies and automating group access control

Multifactor Authentication (MFA)

An overview of MFA and its significance
Setting up MFA rules in Okta

Identity Lifecycle Management

Managing user identities throughout their lifecycle
Integration with HR systems for seamless lifecycle management

Single Sign-On (SSO) with Okta

Advantages of single sign-on (SSO)
Setting up SSO using SAML
Best practices for SSO deployment in Okta

Integrating Applications with Okta

Application integrations in Okta
Solving frequent problems with integration

Reporting and Analytics in Okta

Making use of Okta's analytics and reporting capabilities
Creating reports regarding user behavior and access trends

Future Trends in IAM and Okta

Emerging IAM trends

Conclusion

What's next in your IAM journey