Users with AWS Access

Overview

The "Users with AWS Access" widget provides a focused view of users in the Okta environment who have access to AWS resources. This insight is crucial for managing and monitoring AWS-specific user permissions and ensuring proper governance of cloud resources.

Why It Matters

For IT Engineers:

1. Access Visibility:

   • Ensures that only authorized users have access to AWS resources.

   • Facilitates cross-checking between Okta and AWS IAM for accurate permissions.

2. Resource Management:

   • Helps identify over-permissioned users to prevent unnecessary consumption of AWS services.

3. Compliance:

   • Assists in meeting cloud governance and regulatory requirements by maintaining clear visibility into AWS user access.

For Security Engineers:

1. Risk Reduction:

   • Identifies users with potential over-permissioning, reducing the likelihood of accidental or malicious access to critical resources.

2. Anomaly Detection:

   • Flags unexpected AWS user additions or deletions that may indicate unauthorized changes.

3. Policy Adherence:

   • Ensures that AWS users comply with organizational policies for secure access and role assignments.