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Identity at the Center

By Identity at the Center

Identity at the Center is a weekly podcast all about identity security in the context of identity and access management (IAM). With decades of real-world IAM experience, hosts Jim McDonald and Jeff Steadman bring you conversations with news, topics, and guests from the identity management industry. Do you know who has access to what?
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Identity at the CenterNov 15, 2021

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#270 - A Public Conversation About Privacy with Hannah Sutor of GitLab and IDPro
Mar 25, 202401:03:03
#269 - IDAC Sponsor Spotlight - Zilla Security
Mar 20, 202455:56
#268 - Identiverse 2024 Preview with Andi Hindle
Mar 18, 202459:30
#267- PAM & IGA with Paul Mezzera

#267- PAM & IGA with Paul Mezzera

In this episode, hosts Jim McDonald and Jeff Steadman welcome back Paul Mezzera. Paul, who last joined us in November of 2022, takes us through what has been happening in his world since then. The conversation delves into the rapidly evolving field of Privileged Access Management (PAM), where Paul unpacks the driving forces behind these changes and shares his predictions for the future of PAM. Paul shares his extensive experience with Identity Governance and Administration (IGA), including his time at Saviynt, and offers his thoughts on the current state of the IGA market. He also shares his experiences and challenges while working in Identity and Access Management at UC Davis. To wrap up, Paul gives us a peek into what's coming next for him.

Connect with Paul: https://www.linkedin.com/in/paulmezzera/

The Least Privilege Fallacy or How I Learned to Stop Worrying and Love Zero Standing Privilege (Weave Identity Blog Article): https://weaveidentity.com/blog/2024/01/10/the-least-privilege-fallacy-or-how-i-learned-to-stop-worrying-and-love-zero-standing-privilege/

Identiverse 2024: As an IDAC listener, you can register with 25% off by using code IDV24-IDAC25 at https://events.identiverse.com/identiverse2024/register?code=IDV24-IDAC25

Attending Identity Week in Europe, America, or Asia? Use our discount code IDAC30 for 30% off your registration fee! Learn more at:

Connect with us on LinkedIn:

Jim McDonald: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jimmcdonaldpmp/

Jeff Steadman: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jeffsteadman/

Visit the show on the web at idacpodcast.com and follow @IDACPodcast on Twitter.

Mar 15, 202401:10:55
#266 - Identity Wallets with Nick Mothershaw of The Open Identity Exchange

#266 - Identity Wallets with Nick Mothershaw of The Open Identity Exchange

In this episode, hosts Jim McDonald and Jeff Steadman engage in a fascinating conversation with guest Nick Mothershaw, Chief Identity Strategist at Open Identity Exchange (OIX). They delve deep into topics such as the concept and functionality of digital wallets, the role of governments in issuing these wallets, and the exciting future of smart and roaming wallets. They also discuss the importance of biometrics in wallet functionality. This engaging discussion provides valuable insights into the evolving landscape of identity security.

Connect with Nick: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nick-mothershaw-2150436/

Learn more about the Open Identity Exchange: https://openidentityexchange.org/

Governments and Digital Wallets - An OIX Whitepaper: https://openidentityexchange.org/networks/87/item.html?id=706

Identiverse 2024: As an IDAC listener, you can register with 25% off by using code IDV24-IDAC25 at https://events.identiverse.com/identiverse2024/register?code=IDV24-IDAC25

Attending Identity Week in Europe, America, or Asia? Use our discount code IDAC30 for 30% off your registration fee! Learn more at:

Connect with us on LinkedIn:

Jim McDonald: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jimmcdonaldpmp/

Jeff Steadman: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jeffsteadman/

Visit the show on the web at idacpodcast.com and follow @IDACPodcast on Twitter.

Mar 11, 202401:02:18
#265 - IDAC Sponsor Spotlight - Veza
Mar 06, 202455:22
#264 - Privacy with Laura Gomez-Martin of RSM

#264 - Privacy with Laura Gomez-Martin of RSM

Mar 04, 202459:34
#263 - IDAC Sponsor Spotlight - Thales & OneWelcome Identity Platform
Feb 29, 202401:08:43
#262 - Identity Metasystems and Fabrics with Eve Maler of Venn Factory

#262 - Identity Metasystems and Fabrics with Eve Maler of Venn Factory

In this episode of the Identity at the Center Podcast, guest Eve Maler, former CTO of ForgeRock and founder of Venn Factory join hosts Jim McDonald and Jeff Steadman. They catch up with Eve and discuss her work at Venn Factory, diving into the origins of the company's name. The episode also features listener voicemails, including one from David Strommer about the identity metasystem and another from Satish about the concept of identity fabric. As a blast from the past, the hosts revisit Eve's previous episode where she discussed the difference between digital identity and IAM. The episode wraps up with some lighthearted questions about aliens. Don't miss this insightful and engaging conversation with Eve Maler.

Connect with Eve: https://www.linkedin.com/in/evemaler/

Learn more about Venn Factory: https://vennfactory.com/

Celebrate Your Technical Debit: https://www.linkedin.com/feed/update/urn:li:activity:7164050559711260673/

Identiverse 2024: As an IDAC listener, you can register with 25% off by using code IDV24-IDAC25 at https://events.identiverse.com/identiverse2024/register?code=IDV24-IDAC25

Attending Identity Week in Europe, America, or Asia? Use our discount code IDAC30 for 30% off your registration fee! Learn more at:

Connect with us on LinkedIn:

Jim McDonald: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jimmcdonaldpmp/

Jeff Steadman: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jeffsteadman/

Visit the show on the web at idacpodcast.com and follow @IDACPodcast on Twitter.

Feb 26, 202401:02:26
#261 - IDAC Sponsor Spotlight - rf IDEAS

#261 - IDAC Sponsor Spotlight - rf IDEAS

In this episode of the Identity at the Center podcast, hosts Jim and Jeff dive deep into the world of physical security and identity with special guests Sara King and Raul Cepeda from rf IDEAS. As part of the "Sponsor Spotlight" series, this fully sponsored episode provides in-depth insights into the innovative solutions offered by rf IDEAS. The discussion covers a range of topics, including the differentiation factors of rf IDEAS in a crowded market, their market presence in various verticals such as healthcare and manufacturing, and their support for passwordless environments. Listeners will gain valuable insights into the latest industry trends, such as the migration to secure and mobile credentials, the shift from BLE to NFC, and the importance of securing frontline worker shared workstations. The episode concludes with a lively discussion on the future of biometrics and the Reader Remote Management (RRM) capabilities provided by rf IDEAS. Tune in to discover how rf IDEAS is bridging physical and logical security to create a seamless authentication experience. Don't miss this engaging episode as Jim, Jeff, Sara, and Raul explore the latest advancements in physical security and identity, brought to you by rf IDEAS.

Learn more about rf IDEAS: https://www.rfideas.com/IDAC

Connect with Raul: https://www.linkedin.com/in/raulcepedajr/

Connect with Sara: https://www.linkedin.com/in/saraking62389/

Connect with us on LinkedIn:

Jim McDonald: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jimmcdonaldpmp/

Jeff Steadman: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jeffsteadman/

Visit the show on the web at idacpodcast.com and follow @IDACPodcast on Twitter.

Feb 21, 202450:40
#260 - Passkeys with Daniel Grube of TikTok

#260 - Passkeys with Daniel Grube of TikTok

Feb 19, 202448:43
#259 - The SOCs Role In Identity Security

#259 - The SOCs Role In Identity Security

In this episode, Jeff and Jim discuss the role of a Security Operations Center (SOC) in identity security. They are joined by Steve Kane and Todd Willoughby from RSM's Managed Security Practice. The conversation covers topics such as early adopters, the evolution of threats, the importance of identity in SOC, and the decision to build your own SOC or outsource. They also explore the anatomy of a breach and the actions taken by SOC to prevent and mitigate attacks. In this conversation, Todd and Steve discuss the tactics and techniques used by threat actors to avoid detection, the challenges faced by SOC analysts, and the importance of passion in cybersecurity. They also explore what happens when security measures break down and provide advice for aspiring SOC analysts. The conversation concludes with a lighthearted discussion about predictions for the Super Bowl.

Connect with Steve: https://www.linkedin.com/in/skane2pa/

Connect with Todd: https://www.linkedin.com/in/toddhwilloughby/

RSM Security Monitoring & Response: https://rsmus.com/services/risk-fraud-cybersecurity/cybersecurity-business-vulnerability/security-monitoring-response.html

The easiest way to not get eaten is to at least try to not look like food: Hardening attack surfaces – Part 1: https://warroom.rsmus.com/the-easiest-way-to-not-get-eaten-is-to-at-least-try-to-not-look-like-food-hardening-attack-surfaces-part-1/

The easiest way to not get eaten is to at least try to not look like food: Critical asset considerations – Part 2: https://warroom.rsmus.com/the-easiest-way-to-not-get-eaten-is-to-at-least-try-to-not-look-like-food-critical-asset-considerations-part-2/

Attending Identity Week in Europe, America, or Asia? Use our discount code IDAC30 for 30% off your registration fee! Learn more at:

Connect with us on LinkedIn:

Jim McDonald: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jimmcdonaldpmp/

Jeff Steadman: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jeffsteadman/

Visit the show on the web at idacpodcast.com and follow @IDACPodcast on Twitter.

Feb 12, 202401:05:40
#258 - IDAC Mail Bag for January 2024
Feb 05, 202401:12:45
#257 - IDAC Sponsor Spotlight - ConductorOne with Alex Bovee

#257 - IDAC Sponsor Spotlight - ConductorOne with Alex Bovee

In this episode of "Sponsor Spotlight," a special fully sponsored episode of The Identity at the Center podcast, Jim and Jeff host Alex Bovee, CEO at ConductorOne. They discuss the concept and advantages of identity governance, with a focus on how ConductorOne aids in secure workforce through modern access controls and identity governance. The discussion also explores the importance of AI (Artificial Intelligence) and LLM (Large Language Models) in identity governance. Alex also introduces the company's new major enhancement 'Access Fabric' which allows customers to holistically view their ecosystems allowing for greater insight and control, decreasing the long implementation times and complexity often associated with traditional IGA solutions.


Connect with Alex:

https://www.linkedin.com/in/alexbovee/⁠


Learn more about ConductorOne:

https://www.conductorone.com/?utm_source=identityatthecenter&utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=c1-brand


ConductorOne Free Trial:

https://www.conductorone.com/lp/free-trial/?utm_source=identityatthecenter&utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=c1-brand


Introducing ConductorOne Access Fabric: Unified Identity, Access, and Authorization Across Your Complex Environment:

https://www.conductorone.com/blog/introducing-conductorone-access-fabric-unified-identity-access-and-authorization-across-your-complex-environment/?utm_source=identityatthecenter&utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=c1-brand


ConductorOne Blog - Reimagining Identity Governance:

https://www.conductorone.com/blog/reimagining-identity-governance/?utm_source=identityatthecenter&utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=c1-brand


ConductorOne Blog - A Practical Approach to Achieving Zero Standing Privilege (ZSP):

https://www.conductorone.com/guides/a-practical-approach-to-achieving-zero-standing-privilege/?utm_source=identityatthecenter&utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=c1-brand


ConductorOne Blog - Introducing the First AI Assistant for Identity Governance: ConductorOne Copilot:

https://www.conductorone.com/blog/introducing_the_first_ai_assistant_for_identity_governance_conductorone_copilot/?utm_source=identityatthecenter&utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=c1-brand


Connect with us on LinkedIn:

Jim McDonald:

https://www.linkedin.com/in/jimmcdonaldpmp/

Jeff Steadman:

https://www.linkedin.com/in/jeffsteadman/


Visit the show on the web at ⁠idacpodcast.com⁠ and follow ⁠@IDACPodcast⁠ on Twitter.

Feb 01, 202454:33
#256 - IDAC of NIST with Ryan Galluzzo of NIST

#256 - IDAC of NIST with Ryan Galluzzo of NIST

Jan 29, 202401:02:23
#255 - CAEP and SSF 101 with Atul from SGNL and Sean from Disney

#255 - CAEP and SSF 101 with Atul from SGNL and Sean from Disney

Jan 22, 202452:40
#254 - Exploring Digital Identity with Phil Windley
Jan 15, 202401:09:16
#253 - Chrysalis IV with Gary Rowe of TechVision Research
Jan 08, 202446:34
#252 - Wrapping up 2023
Dec 18, 202333:26
#251 - IDAC Sponsor Spotlight - Sonrai Security with Sandy Bird

#251 - IDAC Sponsor Spotlight - Sonrai Security with Sandy Bird

In this episode of "Sponsor Spotlight," a special fully sponsored episode of The Identity at the Center podcast, Jim and Jeff introduce a new series that shines a spotlight on specific solutions in the digital identity space. As hosts, they delve into the world of identity security with Sonrai Security and explore their points of view in the digital identity industry. Jim and Jeff, along with their guest Sandy Bird, Co-founder and CTO of Sonrai Security, discuss key topics such as the motivation behind Sonrai Security's inception, their unique positioning in the cybersecurity landscape, and the challenges they aim to address. They also dive into Sonrai Security's approach to securing cloud identities, highlighting the four steps outlined in their blog post linked below. Throughout the episode, Jim, Jeff, and Sandy provide their insights and perspectives on the importance of identity security. Tune in to gain a deeper understanding of Sonrai Security and the broader cybersecurity landscape.

Connect with us on LinkedIn:

Jim McDonald: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jimmcdonaldpmp/

Jeff Steadman: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jeffsteadman/

Visit the show on the web at idacpodcast.com and follow @IDACPodcast on Twitter.

Dec 13, 202357:46
#250 - Demystifying Blockchain Identity with Jay Schulman of RSM
Dec 11, 202301:06:59
#249 - Cyber Insurance with Jason Rebholz of Corvus Insurance and YouTube’s Teach Me Cyber

#249 - Cyber Insurance with Jason Rebholz of Corvus Insurance and YouTube’s Teach Me Cyber

In this episode of the Identity at the Center (IDAC) podcast, hosts Jim McDonald and Jeff Steadman have an in-depth discussion about cyber insurance with guest Jason Rebholz, Chief Information Security Officer at Corvus Insurance. Jason also hosts the popular Teach Me Cyber YouTube channel and shares his journey into security content creation.

Topics covered around cyber insurance include an overview of what it is, what protections it offers, what type of companies need it, as well as best practices for completing applications. They discuss key security controls that insurance carriers look for, with a focus Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA), Endpoint Detection and Response (EDR), and resilient backups.

Jason offers perspective into the evolving role of insurance providers, not just in paying claims, but in coordinating incident response and providing value-added services to policyholders. This includes recommending and connecting customers to vetted vendors, reviewing response costs, and helping plan remediation efforts.

Other discussion areas include common mistakes applicants make on cyber insurance questionnaires and how to provide proper context to underwriters. The group also talks through emerging technologies like Privileged Access Management (PAM) and AI that enterprises should be aware of.

On the lighter side, Jason shares his passion for indoor rock climbing and how the sport connects to his work in security with skills like problem solving, mental mapping, and dealing with constant change.

Connect with Jason: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jrebholz/

Teach Me Cyber on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@teachmecyber

Weekend Byte Newsletter: weekendbyte.teachmecyber.com

Learn more about Corvus Insurance: https://www.corvusinsurance.com/

Identiverse Regional Event - Chicago: https://bit.ly/IDVR23-IDAC

Connect with us on LinkedIn:

Jim McDonald: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jimmcdonaldpmp/

Jeff Steadman: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jeffsteadman/

Visit the show on the web at idacpodcast.com and follow @IDACPodcast on Twitter.

Dec 04, 202301:09:05
#248 - Decentralized Identity with the Identity Woman Kaliya Young

#248 - Decentralized Identity with the Identity Woman Kaliya Young

In episode #248 of the Identity at the Center Podcast, hosts Jim McDonald and Jeff Steadman welcome special guest Kaliya Young, also known as the Identity Woman. They dive into the fascinating world of decentralized identity and explore its challenges and potential. Kaliya shares her journey into the field of identity, her involvement in founding the Internet Identity Workshop, and her work with the Identosphere newsletter. The conversation covers topics such as the hurdles faced by governments in implementing decentralized identity, the definition of decentralized identity, and the competition between decentralized identity standards. Kaliya also discusses her recent blog post on digital wallets and provides insights on the global nature of identity standards and the politics involved in their development. The conversation wraps up on a lighter note, with Kaliya sharing her best and worst water polo moments as a member of the Canadian national team.

Connect with Kaliya: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kaliya/

Blog “Exploring Approaches to Digital Wallets”: https://medium.com/@identitywoman-in-business/exploring-approaches-to-digital-wallets-c1824c90480a

Learn more about Identity Woman: https://identitywoman.net/

Book “The Domains of Identity: A Framework for Understanding Identity Systems in Contemporary Society (Anthem Ethics of Personal Data Collection)”: https://www.amazon.com/Domains-Identity-Understanding-Contemporary-Collection/dp/1785274910/ref=sr_1_2?crid=190EJVT5Q9G6J&keywords=kaliya+young&qid=1700589700&sprefix=kaliya+young%2Caps%2C114&sr=8-2

Book “A Comprehensive Guide to Self Sovereign Identity”: https://www.amazon.com/Comprehensive-Guide-Self-Sovereign-Identity-ebook/dp/B07Q3TXLDP/ref=sr_1_3?crid=190EJVT5Q9G6J&keywords=kaliya+young&qid=1700589700&sprefix=kaliya+young%2Caps%2C114&sr=8-3

Identosphere newsletter: https://newsletter.identosphere.net/

Internet Identity Workshop (IIW): https://internetidentityworkshop.com/

Register for the free NYC and Chicago Identiverse regional events here: https://bit.ly/IDVR23-IDAC

Connect with us on LinkedIn:

Jim McDonald: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jimmcdonaldpmp/

Jeff Steadman: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jeffsteadman/

Visit the show on the web at idacpodcast.com and follow @IDACPodcast on Twitter.

Nov 27, 202301:01:48
#247 - Big Areas of Identity to Solve with Matt Caulfield of Cisco
Nov 20, 202301:04:18
#246 - IDAC Mailbag - Halloween 2023 Edition
Nov 13, 202355:16
#245 - Taking IAM to the Bank with Dave Middleton of Bank of America
Nov 06, 202356:58
#244 - Authenticate 2023: Identity at the Center Live

#244 - Authenticate 2023: Identity at the Center Live

In this special episode of the Identity at the Center podcast, hosts Jim and Jeff take the stage in front of a live audience as part of the opening keynote at Authenticate 2023. Joined by three esteemed identity product managers, Mahendar from Ebay, Daniel from TikTok, and Christiaan from Google, they delve into a captivating discussion on the adoption of FIDO authentication, with a particular focus on passkeys. The hosts and guests share valuable insights into their roles at their respective organizations and provide firsthand experiences with implementing FIDO. The conversation covers a range of topics, from the early adoption of WebAuthN by Ebay to Google's recent transition to passkey by default. The audience gains exclusive access to the guests' perspectives on TikTok's decision to embrace FIDO and the roadblocks encountered during passkey adoption. Additionally, the hosts and guests explore the potential impact of AI on authentication in the future. Amidst the insightful conversation, the hosts also lighten the atmosphere with some lighthearted banter, discussing their hobbies and sharing personal experiences such as hiking Yosemite's half-dome. Tune in to discover which song Daniel would perform to go viral on TikTok and automatically enroll everyone in passkeys, and find out which of the three hosts found it most challenging to learn guitar, play golf, or navigate the world of digital identity.

Christiaan Brand from Google: https://www.linkedin.com/in/christiaan-brand-57373a5/

Daniel Grube from TikTok: https://www.linkedin.com/in/daniel-grube-b5118993/

Mahendar Madhavan from Ebay: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mahendarmadhavan/

Connect with us on LinkedIn:

Jim McDonald: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jimmcdonaldpmp/

Jeff Steadman: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jeffsteadman/

Visit the show on the web at idacpodcast.com and follow @IDACPodcast on Twitter.

Nov 03, 202327:60
#243 - Authenticate 2023: UX with Ori Eisen of Trusona
Nov 01, 202301:04:06
#242 - Authenticate 2023: Passkeys with Pedro Martinez of Thales Group
Oct 30, 202342:25
#241 - Authenticate 2023: Standards & Entra with Pam Dingle of Microsoft
Oct 27, 202354:07
#240 - Authenticate 2023: Biometrics with Stephanie Shuckers, Professor at Clarkson University and Director of the Center for Identification Technology Research
Oct 25, 202356:03
#239 - Authenticate 2023: Machine Identity with David Mahdi of Transmit Security
Oct 23, 202301:07:31
#238 - Oktane, Identity Week, and Navigate Thoughts & Authenticate Preview
Oct 16, 202344:29
#237 - OAuth 2.0 Step Up Authentication Challenge Protocol with Vittorio Bertocci
Oct 09, 202336:25
#236 - Identity Week America 2023: Ian Glazer & Steve Hutchison
Oct 06, 202301:07:36
#235 - Identity Week America 2023: Molly Taylor & Jonny Drape-Comyn of Identity Week America
Oct 05, 202323:09
#234 - Identity Week America 2023: Jeff Reich of the Identity Defined Security Alliance
Oct 04, 202332:51
 #233 - Another Garbage Plate of IAM
Oct 02, 202347:13
#232 - Just in Time Access with John Morton of Britive
Sep 25, 202354:03
#231 - Authorization 2.0 with Rich Dandliker of Veza
Sep 18, 202301:04:30
#230 - Quantum IAM with Teresa Wu and Olivier Nora of Idemia

#230 - Quantum IAM with Teresa Wu and Olivier Nora of Idemia

In this episode of the Identity at the Center Podcast, Jim McDonald and Jeff Steadman discuss quantum computing and its impact on identity and access management (IAM) with guests from Idemia, Teresa Wu and Olivier Nora. The main topics covered in the episode are how Wu and Nora got into the field of identity, and what is their role at Idemia, an explanation of quantum computing and its differences from standard computing, the term "Y2Q" and what it means for the future of computing, the problems quantum computing poses for IAM and which roles or sub-disciplines should be most concerned, and how someone in the IAM field can prepare for quantum, including whether new algorithms or IAM technologies will be needed. The episode ends on a lighter note with Wu and Nora sharing their favorite meals to prepare and the most underrated spice.

Connect with Teresa: https://www.linkedin.com/in/teresawu/

Connect with Olivier: https://www.linkedin.com/in/oliviernora/

Learn more about Idemia: https://www.idemia.com/

Cybersecurity Midwest Summit 2023: https://whova.com/web/2sOogdl3cIdo76LNOJrtUFRNXxvO%40kakipZlQHyewIA%3D/

Identity Week America - use code IDAC30 for a 30% discount on your conference pass: https://www.terrapinn.com/exhibition/identity-week-america/index.stm Use the code OKTNIDAC30 for 30% off your Oktane 2023 registration at https://www.okta.com/octane/

Authenticate Conference - use code IDAC15PODCAST for a 15% discount on your registration fee: https://authenticatecon.com/event/authenticate-2023/

Connect with us on LinkedIn:

Jim McDonald: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jimmcdonaldpmp/

Jeff Steadman: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jeffsteadman/

Visit the show on the web at idacpodcast.com and follow @IDACPodcast on Twitter.

Sep 11, 202358:17
#229 - Cryptography 101 for Identity Practitioners with Dr. Andrew Stern of Revive Labs

#229 - Cryptography 101 for Identity Practitioners with Dr. Andrew Stern of Revive Labs

Sep 04, 202301:07:38
#228 - How IAM Standard Sausage Is Made with Heather Flanagan of Spherical Cow Consulting

#228 - How IAM Standard Sausage Is Made with Heather Flanagan of Spherical Cow Consulting

In this episode of the Identity at the Center Podcast, hosts Jim and Jeff chat with Heather Flanagan, Principal at Spherical Cow Consulting, about the process of standards development in IAM. They cover her background in IAM, her work with IDPro, and the momentum the organization has seen in the past few years. Heather shares insights into the development of CIDPro, the Body of Knowledge, and other projects taken on by IDPro. They also discuss how interested contributors can get started, what makes a good standard, and how to get support from management. The episode ends on a lighter note with a Scotch whisky tutorial & tasting. Check out the links below and for more information about the Cybersecurity Midwest Summit 2023, Identity Week America, Oktane 2023, and the Authenticate Conference.


Connect with Heather: https://www.linkedin.com/in/hlflanagan/

Learn more about Spherical Cow: https://sphericalcowconsulting.com/

Spherical Cow?: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Spherical_cow

Government-issued Digital Credentials and Privacy: https://idpro.org/government-issued-digital-credentials-and-privacy/

IDPro Body of Knowledge: https://bok.idpro.org/

IDPro GitHub: https://github.com/idpros


Find out more about the Cybersecurity Midwest Summit 2023 at https://whova.com/web/2sOogdl3cIdo76LNOJrtUFRNXxvO%40kakipZlQHyewIA%3D/


Use the code IDAC30 for a 30% discount on your conference pass for Identity Week America at https://www.terrapinn.com/exhibition/identity-week-america/index.stm


Use the code OKTNIDAC30 for 30% off your Oktane 2023 registration at https://www.okta.com/oktane/


Use the code IDAC15PODCAST for a 15% discount on your registration fee for the Authenticate Conference at https://authenticatecon.com/event/authenticate-2023/


Connect with us on LinkedIn:

Jim McDonald: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jimmcdonaldpmp/

Jeff Steadman: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jeffsteadman/


Visit the show on the web at idacpodcast.com and follow @IDACPodcast on Twitter.

Aug 28, 202301:09:18
#227 - Behind the Golden Arches of IAM with Ebony Love of McDonalds

#227 - Behind the Golden Arches of IAM with Ebony Love of McDonalds

In this episode, Jim and Jeff interview Ebony Love, Director of Cybersecurity Deployments with McDonald's. Ebony talks about a big project she did at McDonald's and how Identity is done on behalf of the business. She discusses the challenges of identity management for a large, decentralized network with legacy technology and how to solve these issues with management support. Ebony also shares her experience with management who may not be familiar with Identity and if they see the importance of it. Additionally, Ebony explains the role of onboarding in retaining talent and where McDonald's is in the journey to improving onboarding.


Connect with Ebony Love on LinkedIn at https://www.linkedin.com/in/ebonylove/.


Find out more about the Cybersecurity Midwest Summit 2023 at https://whova.com/web/2sOogdl3cIdo76LNOJrtUFRNXxvO%40kakipZlQHyewIA%3D/


Use the code IDAC30 for a 30% discount on your conference pass for Identity Week America at https://www.terrapinn.com/exhibition/identity-week-america/index.stm


Use the code OKTNIDAC30 for 30% off your Oktane 2023 registration at https://www.okta.com/oktane/


Use the code IDAC15PODCAST for a 15% discount on your registration fee for the Authenticate Conference at https://authenticatecon.com/event/authenticate-2023/


Connect with us on LinkedIn:

Jim McDonald: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jimmcdonaldpmp/

Jeff Steadman: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jeffsteadman/


Visit the show on the web at idacpodcast.com and follow @IDACPodcast on Twitter/X/Whatever.

Aug 21, 202301:05:21
#226 - Board Conversations with Baber Amin of Veridium

#226 - Board Conversations with Baber Amin of Veridium

Aug 14, 202357:12
#225 - Authenticate 2023 Preview with Andrew Shikiar of the FIDO Alliance
Aug 07, 202359:03
#224 - Exploring the Latest Trends and Developments in IAM with David Lee, The Identity Jedi
Jul 31, 202301:06:10
#223 - CIAM with Cassio Sampaio of Okta

#223 - CIAM with Cassio Sampaio of Okta

In this episode of the Identity at the Center podcast, Jim and Jeff talk to Cassio Sampaio, who runs product for Customer Identity at Okta. They discuss CIAM, which stands for Customer Identity and Access Management, and its importance in today's digital landscape. They cover topics such as the difference between CIAM and traditional employee-focused identity and access management, self-service, common challenges businesses face when implementing a CIAM capability, the role of artificial intelligence and machine learning in CIAM, and the future of CIAM. Cassio also gives advice to businesses that are just starting to explore implementing a CIAM solution. The episode ends on a lighter note with all three recommending non-IT books for listeners to check out to help them with their IAM or professional lives.


Connect with Cassio: https://www.linkedin.com/in/csampaio/

Learn more about Okta: https://www.okta.com/

Okta Secure Sign-In Trends Report: https://www.okta.com/blog/2023/06/secure-sign-in-trends-report/

Introducing Auth0 CRAPTCHAs!: https://auth0.com/blog/introducing-auth0-craptchas/

The Password Game: https://neal.fun/password-game/

Thinking Fast and Slow (book recommendation): https://www.amazon.com/Thinking-Fast-Slow-Daniel-Kahneman/dp/0374533555

Outliers: The Story of Success (book recommendation): https://www.amazon.com/Outliers-Story-Success-Malcolm-Gladwell/dp/0316017930

One Minute Manager (book recommendation): https://www.amazon.com/Minute-Manager-Kenneth-Blanchard-Ph-D/dp/074350917X


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Learn more about the Authenticate conference: https://authenticatecon.com/event/authenticate-2023/


Connect with us on LinkedIn:

Jim McDonald: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jimmcdonaldpmp/

Jeff Steadman: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jeffsteadman/


Visit the show on the web at idacpodcast.com and follow @IDACPodcast on Twitter.

Jul 24, 202301:17:09
#222 - Identity Standards with Justin Richer of Bespoke Engineering

#222 - Identity Standards with Justin Richer of Bespoke Engineering

On this episode of the Identity at the Center podcast, Jim and Jeff are joined by Justin Richer, Security & Standards Architect and Founder of Bespoke Engineering. Justin shares how he got into IAM and his book, "OAuth2 in Action". He also introduces "Cards Against Identity" and discusses how OIDC would be different if it were written anew today. The conversation turns to GNAP (Grant Negotiation and Authorization Protocol) and closes with a question from listener Markus about “trust in HR” and implementing automation being more of a political issue than a technical one. Tune in to hear this fascinating conversation!


Connect with Justin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/justinricher/

Learn more about Bespoke Engineering: https://bspk.io/

Why CSCW Applications Fail: Problems in the Design and Evaluation of Organizational Interfaces - https://www.cs.uml.edu/~holly/teaching/91550/spring2012/p85-grudin.pdf

Book - OAuth2 in Action: https://www.manning.com/books/oauth-2-in-action

GNAP: https://oauth.net/gnap/

Cards Against Identity: http://www.cardsagainstidentity.com

Gridlock Boston: https://bspk.io/games/gridlock/

Checkout Psycliq: https://psycliq.com/

The Precious Cinnamon Roll: https://www.theonion.com/beautiful-cinnamon-roll-too-good-for-this-world-too-pu-1819576048


Authenticate Conference: Use code IDAC15PODCAST for 15% off your registration fees.

Learn more about the Authenticate conference: https://authenticatecon.com/event/authenticate-2023/


Connect with us on LinkedIn:


Jim McDonald: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jimmcdonaldpmp/

Jeff Steadman: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jeffsteadman/


Visit the show on the web at idacpodcast.com and follow @IDACPodcast on Twitter.

Jul 17, 202301:29:57
#221 - Identity Orchestration with Eric Olden of Strata Identity
Jul 10, 202301:02:10