A Practical Guide to Privileged Access Management

Prioritize privileged identities, reduce standing access, and introduce controls without disrupting essential administrative work.

Inventory Privilege and Ownership

Identify human, service, emergency, and vendor accounts with elevated access. Every privileged identity needs a clear owner and a documented purpose.

Replace Standing Access

Use approval-based, time-limited elevation where practical. Short access windows reduce exposure while preserving an auditable path for necessary work.

Monitor High-Risk Actions

Alert on unusual elevation, credential changes, and access to sensitive systems. Review signals in the context of approved work rather than as isolated events.

Next Steps

Use this guidance as a starting point, assign clear ownership, and validate the approach against your organization’s systems, risks, and operating constraints.