Implementing just-in-time privileged access to AWS with Microsoft Entra and AWS IAM Identity Center focuses on the importance of controlling access to privileged and sensitive resources.
Elements of a privileged access management solution include least privileged access, minimum required access, and restricting access duration.
Entra Privileged Identity Management (PIM) integrates with AWS IAM Identity Center for dynamic group management and access control.
Entra PIM enables just-in-time access by allowing users to request and be granted temporary access to AWS resources based on approvals.
Prerequisites for trying this solution include an AWS account with IAM Identity Center, an Azure account with Entra ID licensing, and setup steps for Entra ID as an external IdP.
Configuration steps involve creating groups, assigning access, setting permission sets in IAM Identity Center, and configuring Entra PIM for group activation.
Testing involves activating group membership, checking access permissions, and monitoring access revocation within defined timeframes.
The integration of Entra PIM and IAM Identity Center automates access provisioning based on policies and approval workflows, ensuring least privilege is enforced.
The detailed auditing features of these services provide visibility into privileged access activities for enhanced security.
The Entra PIM and IAM Identity Center integration is recommended for AWS customers seeking secure and scalable privileged access management.