AWS IAM Access Control, Security, and Best Practices
Klaire Napolitano2026-01-23T18:27:53+00:00Think of AWS Identity and Access Management (IAM) as a security system for your cloud environment. Users are like employees, groups represent departments, and roles function as temporary contractors. IAM controls who can access specific parts of your AWS environment and what actions they are allowed to perform. Controlling access is critical in the cloud. AWS IAM provides a centralized way to manage permissions and access across AWS services. A well-configured IAM setup helps prevent unauthorized access, reduces risks caused by human error, and forms the foundation of a secure AWS deployment. Even small mistakes in IAM configuration can lead [...]



