ARCHITECTING CLOUD-NATIVE IAM: A MICROSERVICES-BASED APPROACH TO MODERN IDENTITY MANAGEMENT
Keywords:
Cloud-Native Architecture, Identity And Access Management (IAM), Microservices Security, Zero-Trust Authentication, Service Mesh ImplementationAbstract
This comprehensive article explores the transformation of Identity and Access Management (IAM) systems through cloud-native microservices architecture, addressing the evolving demands of modern enterprise environments. The article examines the shift from monolithic to microservices-based IAM implementations, focusing on core service components, scalability patterns, security frameworks, and operational excellence. This article demonstrates how cloud-native IAM architectures enable enhanced system reliability, improved security postures, and efficient resource utilization through a detailed analysis of industry implementations and research findings. The article includes service mesh implementations, zero-trust security models, container orchestration strategies, and future evolution trajectories. The article highlights how organizations across various sectors have significantly improved deployment efficiency, incident response times, and overall system performance by adopting cloud-native IAM architectures. By examining real-world implementations and emerging trends, this study provides valuable insights into the challenges, best practices, and future directions of cloud-native IAM systems, offering a framework for organizations pursuing digital transformation initiatives.
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