IA-8 (04)—Identification and Authentication (non-organizational Users) | Use of Defined Profiles
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>Control Description
Conform to the following profiles for identity management ⚙organization-defined identity management profiles.
>FedRAMP Baseline Requirements
No FedRAMP-specific parameter values or requirements for this baseline.
>Discussion
Organizations define profiles for identity management based on open identity management standards. To ensure that open identity management standards are viable, robust, reliable, sustainable, and interoperable as documented, the Federal Government assesses and scopes the standards and technology implementations against applicable laws, executive orders, directives, policies, regulations, standards, and guidelines.
>Assessment Interview Topics
Questions assessors commonly ask
Process & Governance:
- •What formal policies and procedures govern the implementation of IA-8(4) (Use Of Defined Profiles)?
- •Who are the designated roles responsible for implementing, maintaining, and monitoring IA-8(4)?
- •How frequently is the IA-8(4) policy reviewed and updated, and what triggers policy changes?
- •What governance structure ensures IA-8(4) requirements are consistently applied across all systems?
Technical Implementation:
- •Describe the specific technical mechanisms or controls used to enforce IA-8(4) requirements.
- •What automated tools, systems, or technologies are deployed to implement IA-8(4)?
- •How is IA-8(4) integrated into your system architecture and overall security posture?
- •What configuration settings, parameters, or technical specifications enforce IA-8(4) requirements?
Evidence & Documentation:
- •What documentation demonstrates the complete implementation of IA-8(4)?
- •What audit logs, records, reports, or monitoring data validate IA-8(4) compliance?
- •Can you provide evidence of periodic reviews, assessments, or testing of IA-8(4) effectiveness?
- •What artifacts would you present during a FedRAMP assessment to demonstrate IA-8(4) compliance?
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