PAM and the Human Factor

Every privileged breach has a human fingerprint.

Whether it’s an overworked admin making an error or a disgruntled employee turning rogue, privileged access is dangerous in the wrong hands.

Managing Human-Centric Risk

Technical controls are essential, but incomplete. CISOs must:

• Map privileges to real roles and responsibilities

• Embed PAM into onboarding, role changes, and offboarding

• Educate users on accountability and risk impact

PAM isn’t just a system—it’s a cultural and governance shift.

Executive Outcome: Human-Centric Risk Reduction

Boards and risk committees expect more than controls—they expect proof of:

• Ownership of privilege by business units

• Awareness of obligations by privileged users

• Actionability of violations

Takeaway: Human behaviour is part of the control surface. Treat PAM as both a governance and change management initiative.