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Understanding the Identity Lifecycle: Joiner, Mover, Leaver

Identity Lifecycle

The Identity Lifecycle encompasses the stages of onboarding (Joiner), role changes (Mover), and offboarding (Leaver) to ensure secure and efficient identity management.


Joiner: Identity Creation

Joiner: Identity Creation

Joiner: Identity Creation:
The onboarding process involves:

  • Data Collection: Gathering necessary user details like name, email, and department.
  • Credential Setup: Establishing secure access through usernames, passwords, and multi-factor authentication (MFA).
  • Role Mapping: Aligning roles and permissions with the organizational structure to ensure proper access control from day one.


Mover: Identity Maintenance

Mover: Identity Maintenance

Mover: Identity Maintenance:
As users transition roles or responsibilities, identity updates are essential:

  • Role Adjustments: Modifying access rights to match new job functions.
  • Access Reviews: Periodic reviews to ensure permissions are appropriate and compliant.
  • Personal Information Updates: Keeping user profiles current for effective system integration.


Leaver: Identity Termination

Leaver: Identity Termination

Leaver: Identity Termination:
Offboarding users requires secure termination of identities:

  • Revoking Access: Deactivating accounts to prevent unauthorized access.
  • Preserving Data: Safeguarding critical information for organizational use while maintaining compliance.
  • Audit Trails: Logging the offboarding process for accountability and future reference.