Groups with Admin Access but Missing Admin String in Its Name

Overview

The "Groups with Admin Access but Missing Admin String in Its Name" widget highlights IAM groups that have administrative privileges but do not include "admin" in their group name. This discrepancy could lead to confusion or difficulty in identifying high-privilege groups, and it is important to flag and address these groups for clarity and better management.

Why It Matters

For IT Engineers:

1. Group Naming Conventions:

   • Identifies groups with admin access that may not follow established naming conventions, helping IT engineers maintain a consistent and understandable IAM environment.

2. Operational Efficiency:

   • Makes it easier to quickly identify high-privilege groups by naming conventions, reducing the time spent reviewing group permissions and access.

For Security Engineers:

1. Risk Management:

   • Helps to identify groups that may have excessive privileges but are not immediately obvious due to inconsistent naming, reducing the likelihood of overlooking critical permissions.

2. Compliance:

   • Ensures that IAM groups adhere to security and governance standards, including proper naming conventions, which are essential for maintaining secure and compliant environments.