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Term · 30. Big4 Advisory Framing

Identity-First Security

Analyst Concept Source: Big4
Vendor Introduced by: Gartner Introduced by: Big4 (Deloitte / PwC / EY / KPMG)

Definition

Variant of identity-centric security framing — emphasizes identity as the starting point for all security architecture decisions, including network design (microsegmentation by identity), data classification (access by identity attributes), and threat response (identity-driven containment).

Application
Regulatory: Gartner Magic Quadrant / Hype Cycle
Standards & regulations
  • Gartner