
Design Custom Admin Roles for Optimal Security
Define precise admin permissions to enhance security and operational efficiency with custom roles. | Part of the Okta's Secure Identity Commitment (OSIC) series
Balancing necessary administrator access with robust security is a critical challenge in managing identity systems. Overly broad permissions increase risk, while overly restrictive access hinders operations. Custom administrator roles provide the granular control needed to assign precise permissions tailored to specific job functions and responsibilities.
- Define resource sets to specify which objects administrators can manage.
- Configure permission levels to control the actions administrators can perform.
- Design custom administrator roles by combining resource sets and permission levels.
- Assign custom roles to users and groups for scalable access management.
- Implement the principle of least privilege through tailored administrative access.
- Reduce security risks associated with excessive or standing administrator permissions.