The Basics of Digital Identity Risk Management (DIRM)

Managing digital identity isn’t just about authentication; it’s about understanding and addressing risks at every stage of the process.

DIRM provides a structured approach to:
1️. Define the online service and its users
2️. Assess impacts of potential compromises
3️. Select assurance levels (IAL, AAL, FAL)
4️. Tailor and document assurance decisions
5️. Continuously evaluate and improve

Outcomes of this process benefit both Relying Parties (RPs)—who determine appropriate assurance levels for their services—and Credential/Identity Providers (CSPs & IdPs) who design secure, resilient offerings that meet those needs.

Check out this infographic for a clear overview of how the DIRM process strengthens identity management and builds digital trust.

Gabriel Magarino – Senior Security Manager | IAM Evangelist - Experienced leader with over 20 years in the IT and cybersecurity industry, specializing in Identity & Access Management. Expert in Okta, One Identity, SailPoint (IdentityIQ & IdentityNow), OneLogin, Delinea, and CyberArk. Passionate about exploring IAM and emerging technologies, coaching, and training IAM teams. Holds a Master’s in Computer Science and multiple certifications, including Okta Professional & Administration, One Identity Architect & Instructor, SailPoint Identity Now, ITIL, Scrum Master, among others. Currently pursuing a PhD with a focus on Computer Science and Artificial Intelligence.

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