Access Granted

Britive

In a world dominated by growing cloud technology and the unique, identity-based threats that come with it, security teams need consistent and modern defense strategies. Access Granted is your gateway to understanding and implementing proactive cyber prevention measures and keeping up with transformative strategies and solutions for access management.

  1. MAY 22

    Ep: 14 Addressing the Risk of Static Credentials with Zero Standing Privileges

    In this episode of Access Granted, Nauman sits down with Britive’s Product Manager, Matt Wilson, to unpack what many organizations are finally confronting head-on: a growing crisis caused by static credentials in today’s hybrid, multi-cloud, and AI-driven environments.  With the explosion of non-human identities (NHIs), cloud-native services, and automated pipelines, traditional Privileged Access Management (PAM) practices are no longer enough. The conversation explores the critical evolution toward Zero Standing Privileges (ZSP) and why this modern approach is essential for securing both human and non-human access in today’s dynamic infrastructures.  Matt breaks down the differences between Just-in-Time access and true ZSP, debunks common misconceptions, and explains why eliminating standing permissions is key to achieving Zero Trust in modern environments.  Key topics include:  Hardcoded keys, long-lived tokens, and static secrets remain prevalent in cloud environments.   Just-in-time access doesn’t guarantee ZSP. Many solutions only gate access to static credentials instead of eliminating standing permissions entirely.  Dynamic, ephemeral, auto-revoked permissions ensure identities only have access when needed for true ZSP.  Vaulting and password rotation no longer meet the demands of cloud-native environments. Agent- and proxy-based models introduce friction and fail to scale.  Modern environments require a single platform that can manage and enforce access policies for developers, AI agents, bots, and automated workflows alike.  ZSP support, agentless deployment, cloud-native integration, and coverage across all identity types and environments are non-negotiable features of modern access security.  The future of identity security lies in unified, dynamic access management, not siloed tools.  Done right, security becomes an enabler for innovation, developer productivity, and adoption of cutting-edge technologies.  Looking forward at the evolution toward behavior-based authorization and continuous, adaptive access control as AI agents and dynamic workloads scale.  🍏 Listen on Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/access-granted/id1770083136    📺 Watch Access Granted on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLotHzn4KKa4K7qanA_Oi2-LZagw_mINyA

    33 min
  2. MAY 8

    Ep 13: Extending Dynamic Access Management for Clouds, Networks, and Systems

    Cloud PAM built for all identities across all cloud & hybrid environments: https://www.britive.com/  In this episode of Access Granted, Nauman Mustafa sits down with Shahzad Ali, Principal Architect at Britive, to break down the evolving world of privileged access management (PAM) and how modern environments demand a new approach.  Together, they dive into the shift away from traditional vault-based PAM models to dynamic, just-in-time (JIT) access and Zero Standing Privileges (ZSP). Securing all identities in the cloud, human and non-human, AI-driven workflows across cloud and hybrid environments requires permissioning that can keep up with the needs of the cloud.  They talk the why behind how identity has become the new security perimeter, and why securing access must extend beyond users to include systems, workloads, infrastructure devices, and agentic AI.  Key topics include:  How the definition of privileged access has changed in cloud-native, distributed environments.  Why static credentials and vault-only solutions no longer meet today’s security needs.  The role of Zero Standing Privileges (ZSP) in enabling true just-in-time access for all identities.  Extending dynamic, ephemeral access controls to routers, switches, firewalls, and IoT devices.  Why organizations must rethink infrastructure security alongside cloud IAM modernization.  Actionable advice for CISOs and security leaders on building a modern, scalable, and secure access management program.  🤖 Learn more about how Britive is securing agent-based AI access: https://www.britive.com/use-cases/agentic-ai-security   🍏 Listen on Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/access-granted/id1770083136    📺 Watch Access Granted on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLotHzn4KKa4K7qanA_Oi2-LZagw_mINyA

    30 min
  3. JAN 16

    Ep 9: The Identity World is Calling for Innovation

    In this episode of Access Granted, Nauman Mustafa sits down with Art Poghosyan, co-founder and CEO of Britive, to discuss the evolving landscape of identity and access management (IAM) in the cloud era.  Drawing on over 20 years of experience, Art shares the journey of building Britive, the challenges of transitioning from traditional IAM solutions to cloud-native approaches, and the critical role of ephemeral access and Zero Standing Privileges (ZSP) in securing multi-cloud environments. The conversation also delves into the growing importance of managing non-human identities (NHIs), the rise of AI-driven innovations in IAM, and how companies can make informed decisions in a crowded and noisy cybersecurity market.  Key Takeaways:  The cloud paradigm shift as static on-prem environments are left behind for dynamic, cloud-native or hybrid environments instead.  How just-in-time (JIT) access can be used to achieve true zero standing privileges (ZSP) by granting access only upon request.  How the rise of NHIs and service accounts present unique challenges that necessitate specific security strategies.  How incorporating customer feedback and requirements directed feature development for Britive’s multi-cloud PAM platform.  Why choosing solutions based on organizational requirements is key to navigating a saturated security market.  A look into the future as AI, Kubernetes, SaaS applications, and other platforms continue to impact identity and access management strategies.  🍏 Listen on Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/access-granted/id1770083136   📺 Watch this episode on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLotHzn4KKa4K7qanA_Oi2-LZagw_mINyA

    40 min
  4. JAN 2

    Ep 8: Securing Identities in the Modern Data Landscape

    In this episode of Access Granted, Nauman sits down with big data analytics and machine learning expert Junaid Rao to explore the transformative role of data in innovation, the rise of generative AI, and the critical importance of security in hybrid and multi-cloud environments.  With over two decades of experience in data management and analytics across EMEA and APAC, Junaid shares his expertise on key trends, challenges, and best practices for building a future-proof data strategy.  Tune in to the discussion to learn more about how organizations can overcome fragmented data silos, optimize hybrid cloud strategies, and implement more robust security measures such as Zero Trust around their identity and access management processes.  Key Takeaways:  The Evolution of Data Management – how organizations are moving from data silos to “unified lakehouse architectures”   Hybrid Cloud Challenges – common security challenges and the role of data residency and compliance are impacting cloud strategies across regions of the world.  Data Security and Identity Management – why Zero Trust and granular access controls are becoming more critical for public cloud environments.  Future-Proofing Your Data Strategy – the importance of maintaining flexibility to avoid vendor lock in and selecting platforms that support evolving technologies and use cases, such as real-time analytics and AI integration.  Career Advice for Data Enthusiasts – tips for new grads and professionals alike who are looking to build successful careers centered around data, AI, and cybersecurity.  📺 Watch this episode on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLotHzn4KKa4K7qanA_Oi2-LZagw_mINyA  🍏: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/access-granted/id1770083136

    33 min

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In a world dominated by growing cloud technology and the unique, identity-based threats that come with it, security teams need consistent and modern defense strategies. Access Granted is your gateway to understanding and implementing proactive cyber prevention measures and keeping up with transformative strategies and solutions for access management.