Identity Access Management Fundamentals
Identity and Access Management (IAM), LDAP,Federation Protocols, SAML, OAuth, PasswordlessAuthentication, Zero Trust Framework, and Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA)
We teach our students how they can be the change they want to see in the world.
Program Overview:
Program Objectives:
Target Audience:
Undergraduate students interested in cybersecurity,
IT, and computer science.
Students seeking practical knowledge for internships
and entry-level roles
Learning outcomes:
- Explain key IAM concepts and protocols.
Demonstrate basic use of LDAP and federated login systems.
Configure and test multifactor authentication solutions.
Understand and apply Zero Trust principles.
Build a foundational understanding for further advanced studies in cybersecurity.
Develop hands-on experience with industry-standard IAM tools and technologies
Training Modules and Lab Sessions
1. Introduction to Identity and Access Management (IAM) |
Lecture Topics: What is IAM? Importance of IAM in Modern Enterprises, IAM Lifecycle and Core Components |
Lab Session: IAM Concepts Simulation using Identity Management Tools. |
2. Lightweight Directory Access Protocol (LDAP) |
Lecture Topics: Understanding Directories and LDAP Basics, How LDAP Works in Identity Management. |
Lab Session: Setting up and Querying an LDAP Directory. |
3. Federation Protocols and Single Sign-On (SSO) |
Lecture Topics: What is Identity Federation? Benefits of Federation Protocols, Introduction to SSO Mechanisms. |
Lab Session: Implementing an SSO Solution using Open Source Tools |
4. Security Assertion Markup Language (SAML) |
Lecture Topics: Understanding SAML and Its Use in Federation, Components of a SAML Transaction. |
Lab Session: Simulating a SAML Authentication Flow in a Web Application. |
5. OAuth and OpenID Connect (OIDC) |
Lecture Topics: Basics of OAuth 2.0 and OIDC, Differences Between OAuth and SAML. |
Lab Session: Building an OAuth Authorization Flow with GitHub API. |
6. Passwordless Authentication |
Lecture Topics: Challenges of Traditional Passwords, Overview of Passwordless Technologies. |
Lab Session: Configuring Passwordless Login using Biometrics and Email-Based Solutions. |
7. Zero Trust Security Framework |
Lecture Topics: What is Zero Trust? Key Principles and Architecture, Implementing Zero Trust in an Organization. |
Lab Session: Designing a Zero Trust Architecture for a Mock Organization. |
8. Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA) |
Lecture Topics: Importance of MFA in Modern Security, Types of MFA Methods. |
Lab Session: Setting up and Testing MFA using Popular Applications |