Identity & Access Management
Workload Identity
Workloads need identities too. We replace static keys with federated, short-lived workload identities that are easy to govern.
Overview
What is Workload Identity?
Workload identity covers the identities used by virtual machines, containers, serverless functions, Kubernetes pods and CI/CD pipelines to access cloud services and APIs. Modern patterns use federation (for example OIDC-based workload identity federation and SPIFFE-style identities) instead of long-lived secrets.
Why it matters
When organizations need it
These are common signs that an organization would benefit from Workload Identity.
Signs you need it
- Long-lived cloud access keys in pipelines or code
- Kubernetes service accounts with broad permissions
- Cross-cloud access built on shared secrets
- No inventory of workload identities
Capabilities
Key capabilities
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Workload identity federation
Keyless access between workloads and cloud services.
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Kubernetes identity
Scoped service accounts and pod identity.
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CI/CD identity
Secure pipeline authentication without stored secrets.
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Permission right-sizing
Least privilege for workload roles.
Scope
What you receive
- Workload identity assessment
- Reference patterns per platform
- Migration plan away from static keys
- Permission review
Our approach
How CoreIAM helps
We work alongside platform and DevOps teams so security improvements fit how software is built and deployed.
Engagement
Engagement approach
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Discover
Stakeholder interviews, application and identity inventory, control review.
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Define
Target state, policies, role model and success measures.
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Deliver
Iterative implementation, integration and application onboarding waves.
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Operate
Ongoing administration, reviews, tuning and support.
Related
Related services
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Identity & Access Management
Secure identities, access and privileges across the workforce, customers, partners and machines.
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IAM Strategy & Consulting
Define where your identity programme is going, why, and in what order — with a roadmap leadership can fund.
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Identity Governance & Administration (IGA)
Automate who gets access, prove who has it, and remove it on time — with evidence auditors accept.
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Privileged Access Management (PAM)
Vault, control and monitor the accounts that can do the most damage.
Discuss Workload Identity with our specialists
Tell us about your environment and objectives, and we will recommend the right scope and approach.