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Term · 1. Core IAM

Identity Lifecycle

IDM/IGA Domain

Definition

Stages an identity goes through from creation to termination — typically Joiner (onboarding), Mover (role change, transfer), Leaver (offboarding, archival). Each stage triggers provisioning/deprovisioning workflows across connected systems. NHI lifecycle differs: create/rotate/decommission tied to workload deployment.

Application
MidPoint: Set of identity stages from creation to its deactivation or deletion.
Standards & regulations
  • NIST SP 800-63-4 «SP 800-63 Digital Identity Guidelines describes the digital identity models, risk assessment methodology, and processes for selecting assurance levels and digital identity services.»
  • NIST SP 800-63B «This document defines technical requirements for each of the three authenticator assurance levels.»
  • NIST SP 800-63A «This document describes the common pattern in which an applicant undergoes an identity proofing and enrollment process whereby their identity evidence and attributes are collected and validated.»
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