In this special sponsored episode of the Identity Jedi Show Podcast, host David discusses the intersection of AI and identity with Granville, the Chief Architect at Strata.io. They delve into the challenges and opportunities of implementing AI within enterprises, focusing on securing and auditing AI interactions and identity delegation. The conversation covers Strata's innovative solutions like MCP Bridge and their approach to enabling businesses to integrate AI while maintaining high levels of security and compliance. Granville shares his background in startups and security, and both he and David reflect on the evolution of AI and identity management. David also shares some of his personal thoughts and experiences, emphasizing the importance of intent-based access and future-proof identity orchestration.

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00:00 Introduction and Opening Remarks00:34 Welcome to the Identity Jedi Show00:42 Sponsorship and Show Details01:25 Engagement and Audience Interaction02:13 Introduction to the Sponsored Interview02:34 Meet Grandville, Chief Architect at Strata04:02 Grandville's Professional Journey04:39 Personal Interests and Hobbies07:27 Ohio State Football Fandom11:05 The Importance of Technical Background in Product Management13:47 Challenges in Security and Identity Management16:11 The Role of AI in Modern Enterprises25:29 Human-in-the-Loop Approval Systems28:35 The Excitement and Challenges of AI Development30:46 Complexity of AI Agent Interactions32:59 Authentication and Authorization Challenges34:35 Intent-Based Access: A New Paradigm39:13 Product Development Insights46:55 MCP Bridge and Enterprise Integration58:13 Future of AI and Identity01:02:57 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

Join us for a special episode of the Identity Jedi Show! After a short break, we're back with insightful conversations featuring our friends and identity experts Jen Cox and Aubrey Turner. In this episode, we discuss the journey of becoming friends through the identity field, share surprising anecdotes and challenges we've faced in our careers, explore exciting moments in identity, and examine the future role of AI in the industry. Tune in for some fun and candid chats, and stay until the end for updates on our upcoming live event in Austin! Don't forget to like, subscribe, and share your thoughts with us. #IdentityJediShow #IdentityManagement #AIInSecurity #Podcast

00:00 Welcome Back to the Identity Jedi Show

00:46 Upcoming Podcast Highlights and Special Guests

02:22 Meet the Guests: Jen Cox and Aubrey Turner

03:22 Home Renovation and Chat GPT

12:08 Surprising Customer Stories in Identity

17:11 Challenges in Modernizing Legacy Systems

24:32 Empathy in Identity Management

25:34 Favorite Moments in Identity

26:32 Community and Continuous Learning

28:47 Client Engagement and Success Stories

30:41 Funny Stories from the Field

34:31 Excitement and Concerns About AI

40:53 Future Plans and Live Events

42:15 Closing Remarks and Gratitude

In this episode of the Identity Jedi Show, we dive into the breaking news of Palo Alto's $25 billion acquisition of CyberArk. We discuss the implications of this major deal for the identity and security market and explore whether it marks the beginning of a trend towards consolidation in the industry. We also touch on key developments in identity security and the growing importance of managing machine identities in cloud environments, especially with the rise of AI agents. Tune in to hear our insights and what this could mean for the future of security and identity management.00:00 Introduction and Episode Overview00:49 Palo Alto's Acquisition of CyberArk03:01 The Impact on the Market05:05 CyberArk's Evolution and Future Prospects07:40 Broader Industry Implications09:14 Keyless NHI Federation and Machine Identities12:44 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

In this solo episode, host David Lee delves into the complex world of identity and access management (IAM) and the impending challenges as AI becomes more integrated into business operations. David discusses alarming statistics on identity-related cyber attacks, the evolution from perimeter defense to identity-focused security, and how AI is revolutionizing access management. He offers actionable insights on governance audits, behavioral analytics, and the critical need for AI governance policies. Whether you're a CISO, developer, or business leader, this episode is a must-watch for staying ahead in the rapidly evolving IAM landscape. Don't forget to like, rate, and subscribe for more in-depth analyses every Tuesday.00:00 Introduction and Shocking Statistics00:59 Podcast Housekeeping and Announcements03:00 The Current State of Identity and Access Management06:36 Challenges in Traditional Security Approaches14:33 The Role of AI and Machine Learning in Identity Management19:41 Implementing Zero Trust and Future Trends23:45 Market Growth and Compliance25:00 AI Revolution and Identity25:28 AI as the New Interface30:21 AI Agents and Identity Management Challenges34:38 Governance and Policy Recommendations39:48 Future of AI in Identity Management43:00 Final Thoughts and Call to ActionKey References and SourcesMarket ResearchPrecedence Research - Global IAM market: $23B (2025) to $66B (2034), 12.4% CAGR https://www.precedenceresearch.com/identity-and-access-management-marketFuture Market Insights - IAM projected $17B (2025) to $73B (2035), MFA adoption up 50% https://www.futuremarketinsights.com/reports/identity-and-access-management-marketVeritis - 78% had identity breaches, 30% use passkeys, 3:1 machine-to-human identities by 2025 https://www.veritis.com/blog/identity-and-access-management-trends/ Security ResearchSHI Resource Hub - 93% faced 2+ identity breaches, 84% had business impact https://blog.shi.com/cybersecurity/how-to-build-an-effective-iam-program-in-2025s-hybrid-landscape/Palo Alto Unit 42 - 5x increase in cloud security alerts in 2024 https://unit42.paloaltonetworks.com/2025-cloud-security-alert-trends/Avatier - Employees manage 191 passwords, 51% reuse work/personal passwords https://www.avatier.com/blog/biometrics-ai-the-future/ Standards & AnalysisCloud Security Alliance - AI/Zero Trust integration, Shadow Access risks https://cloudsecurityalliance.org/blog/2025/02/27/how-is-ai-strengthening-zero-trustTechTarget- 70% vendor consolidation, post-quantum crypto prep https://www.techtarget.com/searchsecurity/tip/Identity-and-access-management-trends-to-watchTrustBuilder - NIS2 requirements, FIDO2 standards, expert insights https://www.trustbuilder.com/en/identity-access-management-trends-innovations/ Recent BreachesBrightDefense - Oracle Cloud (140K+ tenants), PowerSchool (62M students) https://www.brightdefense.com/resources/recent-data-breaches/Tech.co- Yale Health (5.6M patients), Blue Shield (4.7M patients) https://tech.co/news/data-breaches-updated-list Additional SourcesForrester - 8 key IAM trends including deepfake detection https://www.forrester.com/report/the-top-trends-shaping-identity-and-access-management-in-2025/RES182132The Hacker News - Zero Trust evolution, AI implementation https://thehackernews.com/2025/07/assessing-role-of-ai-in-zero-trust.html

Welcome to another thrilling episode of the Identity Jedi Show podcast! This time, David Lee is joined by Abhay the founder and CEO of Widefield Security, to delve into the evolving landscape of identity in tech and AI. Together, they discuss the critical role of identity in AI, the necessity of continuous identity monitoring, and the innovative possibilities for identity security posture management. Tune in as they explore the intersection of identity, data classification, and session management in shaping the future of cybersecurity. Plus, don't miss updates on live shows, the upcoming mailbag episode, and much more. Join us for an insightful conversation you won't want to miss!

00:00 Introduction and Podcast Updates00:46 Season Highlights and Upcoming Plans00:57 Mailbag and Live Show Announcements01:31 Newsletter and Mastery Program02:24 Interview Theme and Industry Insights04:46 Sponsor Shoutout and Interview Teaser05:25 Interview with Abhay: Identity Security13:51 AI and Identity Security Challenges21:09 Governance and Threat Detection in AI25:10 Understanding Threat Actors and Session Behavior26:20 The Importance of Session Control in Identity Management28:23 Challenges and Innovations in Identity Platforms30:19 The Future of Identity and AI Integration32:07 Industry Insights and Personal Reflections34:07 Final Thoughts and Upcoming Events38:39 Identity Security Posture Management39:46 Data Classification and AI Challenges44:43 Conclusion and Call to Action

In this episode of the Identity Jedi Show, we are joined once again by the incredible Ian Glazer. A recurring guest on the show, Ian shares his rich experiences and insights from the identity landscape. We relive some memorable moments, including how a dry joke about commas at a Gartner conference sparked a long-standing friendship. Ian recounts his journey over the past two years, transitioning from Salesforce to founding his own advisory firm, and eventually joining Signal for an exciting venture on the vendor side. We delve into the evolving identity landscape, the importance of community, and the growth mindset that defines our industry. Ian also introduces us to the concept of the Open IAM Data Schema (OS), which could revolutionize how we handle identity data. We explore the potential of AI in transforming identity management and discuss the broader implications of rapidly advancing technology. Join us for this thought-provoking conversation about the future of identity and how we can navigate this exciting yet challenging landscape together.

00:00 Introduction and Guest Welcome00:33 Ian Glazer's Impact and Early Career02:18 Casual Catch-Up and Personal Updates05:19 Ian's Move to Signal and Career Reflections10:56 The Identity Industry and Community Insights14:14 Future of Identity and Industry Changes23:15 Modern Identity Management Principles24:16 The Boiling Pot: Rapid Changes in Technology24:56 Waking Up in a Voltron: New Tools and Reach26:52 Business Resiliency and Security29:35 The Role of Identity Practitioners32:21 AI's Impact on Business and Society41:41 The Future of Identity Data Management48:50 Open IAM Data Schema: A New Standard51:05 Concluding Thoughts and Future Outlook

In this episode of the Identity Jedi Show, we dive deep into the world of identity standards. Join us for a compelling discussion as our host is joined by Dean Saxe, Paul Lanzi, and Mike Kiser—three industry experts with a wealth of experience in identity and security standards. They cover the importance of standards in ensuring interoperability and security within the industry, the challenges of adoption, and share fascinating insights from their extensive careers. Plus, don’t miss out on our interesting segment about the future of AI in identity security. Like and subscribe for more! #IdentityJediShow #IdentityStandards #AI #Cybersecurity

00:00 Inspiring Opening Monologue00:34 Introduction to the Identity Jedi Show01:04 Exploring Identity Standards01:33 Engage with the Identity Jedi Community02:27 AI in Identity Security04:30 Auth0's Gen AI Overview05:16 Deep Dive into Auth0's Gen AI Features06:46 Setting Up AI Authorization Flows12:31 Interview with Identity Standards Experts32:35 Divergence in Identity Solutions33:17 Consolidation and Standards in Identity34:54 Challenges in Identity Convergence35:46 The Role of Standards in Identity40:48 Passkey Ecosystem and User Experience45:03 Adoption and Implementation of Standards01:00:52 Real-World Experience and Standards Development01:05:34 Final Thoughts on Standards

Join us on this week's episode of the Identity Jedi podcast as we welcome Brent Hamilton, who shares his incredible journey to becoming a Chief Information Security Officer (CISO). Host David Lee and our guest have an engaging conversation about the path to the coveted C-suite position, the importance of integrating security into business, and the future potential of the Chief Identity Officer role. Discover valuable insights and passion from Brent's story. Don't forget to rate and subscribe on your favorite platform, especially on Spotify where we aim to finish in the top 10 video podcasts again this year. Stay tuned till the end for motivational advice on finding passion in your work and making the most out of your time.

00:00 Introduction and Opening Thoughts00:31 Welcome to the Identity Jedi Podcast01:00 Housekeeping and Listener Engagement01:47 Discussion on Chief Identity Officer03:47 Interview with Brent Hamilton29:13 Closing Remarks and Final Thoughts