Implementing just-in-time privileged access to AWS with Microsoft Entra and AWS IAM Identity Center

This article discusses implementing just-in-time privileged access to AWS using Microsoft Entra and AWS IAM Identity Center. It provides a comprehensive guide to configuring temporary, secure access to AWS resources.

• Focuses on providing controlled, time-limited privileged access with minimal permissions
• Integrates Microsoft Entra Privileged Identity Management (PIM) with AWS IAM Identity Center
• Requires creating security groups, permission sets, and configuring synchronization between platforms
• Enables users to request temporary elevated access with justification and approval
• Provides automated provisioning and deprovisioning of access based on predefined policies

The solution helps organizations implement the principle of least privilege, ensuring users have only the necessary access for specific tasks, with comprehensive auditing and visibility.