Identity and Access Management Compliance

Certified IMI members can assist companies with the audit and certification of their compliance programs with any of the following services:

• Conduct a comprehensive assessment of the compliance program,
• Recommend improvement opportunities,
• Complete the audit and certify the program, and
• Offer training assistance.

A focused IAM compliance audit and certification has many benefits including the independent validation of the program completeness and effectiveness as well as the identification of improvement opportunities in the company’s compliance program by a recognized global leader in identity management. Benefits of a compliance program audit and certification include:

• Ensure completeness and efficiency of the compliance program
• Higher compliance confidence by the company and outsiders
• Validation of access controls and user access
• Improved customer satisfaction and loyalty
• Improved customer identification process and privacy
• Reduced risks of fraud and unauthorized access
• Enhanced corporate status and competitive advantage
• Lower insurance premiums
• Lower chance of government audits
• Preparation for regulatory agency audits

Interested audit organization may register with IMI and become an approved certification body to audit identity and access compliance programs. Accreditation ensures that registered certification bodies follow a pre-approved audit and certification approach designed by IMI. By joining IMI, registered audit organizations will gain the confidence of their clients and receive referrals by being listed on IMI website as registered auditors.

Accreditation requirements include active membership and professional certification by audit staff and managers.