Takeaway Digital Identity Risk Management (DIRM)

In today’s digital world, identity is the new perimeter. Managing it securely while keeping it usable and trustworthy is critical.

  • DIRM provides a structured process to:
  • Tailor assurance levels (IAL, AAL, FAL)
  • Apply baseline and compensating controls
  • Document decisions in a Digital Identity Acceptance Statement (DIAS)
  • Continuously improve with metrics, feedback & monitoring
  • Govern AI/ML adoption responsibly
  • Reinforce trust with redress and fraud integrity safeguards

It’s not a one-time checklist;it’s a living framework that adapts to evolving threats, technologies, and user needs.

Organizations that implement DIRM can deliver secure, resilient, and equitable identity services that users can truly trust.

The infographic below provides a quick visual overview

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.