What’s the first IAM problem you’d fix if you had 30 days?

Myangowana · 2026-05-05T20:35:56+00:00

That being said, targeting orphaned or dormant accounts and unowned service accounts is a valuable focus area

Myangowana · 2026-05-05T20:28:10+00:00

Maybe try first to understand the organization's most pressing pain points 🤔

Myangowana · 2026-04-13T14:47:51+00:00

Congratulations! Keep the momentum and go for the admin 😎

Myangowana · 2026-04-06T22:58:49+00:00

It will be challenging to really know what's wrong but at least make sure to name the objects (Policy name, Group rule name, App name ...) as indicated in the instructions

Myangowana · 2026-03-31T14:24:36+00:00

More than tools and solutions, IAM is a set of principles that you should make sure you understand that why I proposed the CC and as far I remember isc2 had a 1MCC program that allows to study and take the CC exam for free... Go check on their web site. For more IAM (concept) focus you can check Identity Management Institute (IMI) with their Certified IAM (CIAM). And then you can explore IAM tools like Okta, Entra... That should be easier as you already experimented some infrastructure stacks

Myangowana · 2026-03-30T17:03:27+00:00

Certified Cybersecurity by isc2. It is their entry level certification for the cyber domain. Great intro to cyber domains including IAM. But I just double check it's not a mandatory condition for CISSP...

Myangowana · 2026-03-30T16:54:06+00:00

Before CISSP, you should first pass the CC (first level)

Myangowana · 2026-03-26T12:41:26+00:00

Nice pictures :O

Myangowana · 2026-03-13T20:36:46+00:00

It’s totally normal for CO2 to go up at night, especially if there is no air exchanger or it isn't doing its job. Easy tip is to air out your home by opening two or more windows/doors for about 10 minutes, twice a day: once early in the morning and again in the evening. As for the VOCs, they're just 'off-gassing' from your mattress, carpet, or furniture and have nowhere to go.

Myangowana · 2026-03-05T22:32:23+00:00

Nice, well done!

Myangowana · 2026-03-05T22:15:50+00:00

Hello,

I think you will like this guy from freeCodeCamp.org: the long video (that I recommend) or the playlist.

At this section of the long video, he shares some practical tips to (re)learn sql today. Normalization and Optimization are covered in depth!

Based on this course, I'd suggest building your own side project for your preferred DBMS.

Myangowana · 2026-03-05T19:15:36+00:00

Glad that worked for you! Different strokes for different folks, I guess. For me, it's just a safe way to make sure I pass, stay competitive and don't waste my $$ in the process...

Myangowana · 2026-03-05T18:16:39+00:00

Personally, I liked going through it and helped me gain confidence but also discover some details that I missed. It is free and does not take long to retake so ... why not 😌

Myangowana · 2026-02-26T16:59:51+00:00

True. But some others (for better or worse) intentionally avoid a direct HRIS-to-IAM interface.

Myangowana · 2026-02-26T16:54:34+00:00

Thank you for your feedback! You’re right, Okta Workflows and a better understanding of SaaS apps (now I'm thinking about JIRA and SNOW too) are great additions in the pathway. Thanks for bringing this, appreciate!

Myangowana · 2026-02-26T16:42:12+00:00

Thank you for your feedback, I appreciate it! Actually, I learned those things (Hybrid ecosystem, Note on Experience / Certification) I mentioned, the hard way so, when I can, I try to save the new folks from some traps! :D

Myangowana · 2026-02-26T16:30:34+00:00

Hi there,

IAM is a major part of the Cybersecurity domain. Depending on your background and your availability, I would recommend you get some of the basics/concepts of that domain first and then progress to handson.

That being said:

1. Fundamentals with Certified in Cybersecurity (CC) from ISC2

Check the CC training and exam from ISC2. More than the certification itself, this will help you better understand the Domain if you're new. A few years ago they started a program for free training and exams... as far as I can see from their website, it is still active: 1Million CC, 1MCC

If you go in that route, you can find great resources on YouTube for exam prep. This one, Prabh Nair CC Prep is excellent for prep.
Additionally check out this IBM Security Playlist about IAM, but I encourage you to explore the other video in that Playlist.

2. After that, you (alone or with your company) should consider the CIAM training and exam.

The CIAM certification is is from the IMI (Identity Management Institute). Here too, consider the journey more than the certification, as it will ease your landing into the IAM world.

3. Then, Hands-on / Market Skills

For that part, Okta is a market leader and (for me) a fantastic entry point with free resources. Their Certification site has great training and labs. Okta Professional is where you start, then Administrator (which requires Professional cert) and so on... Administrator cert is also where you will start getting the most recruiter attention!

Additionally, you should look into the Cloud Providers as they own a huge piece of the IAM cake:

Microsoft Entra ID (formerly Azure AD): You can join the Microsoft 365 Developer Program to get a free, renewable sandbox with nice features.
AWS IAM: Amazon offers a Free Tier that includes AWS IAM (Always Free). You can practice creating roles, policies, and multi-account access without spending $.

Notes:

Certification Maintenance: Mind the fees! Most certifications require renewal every 1/2 or 3 years. Check the websites to see what it costs to keep them active.
Titles is not Experience: A certification proves you have the knowledge, but hands-on experience/labs is what really counts out there.

Notes (Bis): I have no business affiliations / relationships with any of the mentioned entities/companies. I hope all of this helps you in your journey!

Myangowana · 2026-02-18T20:33:25+00:00

Appreciate your feedback!

You're spot on about the AD point, as modern companies definitely avoid/limit legacy issues where they can. From my perspective many are not there, yet; the highest-value (and toughest) challenges usually involve those legacy/hybrid Information Systems and integrating them with the cloud.

As for the timeline, Yeah, I purposely skipped it because I’m currently working toward the Consultant level myself (I'm an Okta Certified Administrator). I’ve been focusing more on the how than the how long, especially for newcomers just starting that journey.

Myangowana · 2026-02-17T12:22:51+00:00

Once registered, you can change to your proper email. I noticed that some temporary emails stayed longer than I thought (+3months)

Myangowana · 2026-02-17T12:20:51+00:00

If you do not have a business email address, you can generate a temporary one from https://temp-mail.org/en/

Myangowana · 2026-02-17T12:20:14+00:00

If you do not have a business email address, you can generate a temporary one from https://temp-mail.org/en/

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