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Entra ID (aka Azure AD)

Microsoft Entra ID is cloud-based identity and access management service bringing next generation of IDP capabilities. However, despite its advanced offerings, with default configuration it can expose your organization to several security and compliance risks. While it works "out of the box," it is not hardened for production use without proper configuration.

Why Keeping Microsoft Entra ID Secure Is Critically Important
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It’s the Control Plane for Cloud Access

  • Entra ID manages user identities, device access, app permissions, and privileged roles across cloud environments.

  • It is the first line of defense for services like Microsoft 365, Teams, SharePoint, and Azure.

 If Entra ID is breached, attackers can control your users, data, and cloud infrastructure.

It’s a Key Target for Modern Cyberattacks

  • Attackers use phishing, token theft, and OAuth consent phishing to compromise Entra ID.

  • Credential stuffing, brute force attacks, and abuse of misconfigured Conditional Access are common.

Microsoft reports billions of brute force attempts on Entra ID accounts per day.

Identity Is the New Security Perimeter

  • In a Zero Trust model, identity is the new perimeter—not the firewall.

  • Protecting Entra ID is foundational to Zero Trust principles like “never trust, always verify.”

If identity is not secured, all other defenses can be bypassed.

Privileged Roles in Entra ID Control Your Cloud

  • Roles like Global Administrator, Privileged Role Administrator, and Application Admin have far-reaching control over tenants.

  • Attackers seek to escalate to these roles via token theft, OAuth abuse, or misused permissions.

A single misused token or rogue app consent can result in full tenant compromise.

It Manages Access Across Hybrid and Multi-Cloud

  • Entra ID federates and synchronizes with on-prem Active Directory and external identity providers.

  • It also manages access to AWS, GCP, Salesforce, ServiceNow, and many others.

A weak point in Entra ID security can be exploited to compromise other cloud ecosystems.

It’s Core to Regulatory Compliance

  • Entra ID supports controls for MFA, conditional access, data loss prevention, audit logging, and identity governance.

  • Required for compliance with HIPAA, GDPR, ISO 27001, SOX, and others.

Entra ID logs and governance are key for audit readiness and forensic investigation.

How We Can Help:

Entra ID Readiness Assessment

  • Review of current on-prem and cloud identity setup

  • Assessment of Azure AD Connect, identity models (cloud-only, hybrid, federated)

  • Gap analysis and roadmap creation

    • Use Case: Before migrating to or enhancing Entra ID.

Identity Architecture & Strategy Design

  • Entra ID tenant design (multi-tenant or single-tenant)

  • Identity models (hybrid, cloud-native)

  • B2B/B2C integration planning

    • Use Case: Architecting a future-proof identity solution aligned with Zero Trust.

Entra ID Migration & Hybrid Identity Deployment

  • Migration from other identity systems (AD FS, Okta, Ping, etc.)

  • Azure AD Connect installation/configuration

  • Synchronization and federation setup

    • Use Case: Move identity management to the cloud or set up hybrid identity.

Secure Access & Conditional Access Implementation

  • Conditional Access policy design and deployment

  • Risk-based access controls and session policies

  • MFA/SSO enforcement

  • Implement phish-resistant or passwordless authentication

  • Disable legacy protocols

  • Disable exploitable protocols such as Device Code

  • Workload Identities​

    • Use Case: Secure access to Microsoft 365 and cloud applications.

Microsoft Entra Permissions Management (CIEM)

  • Least-privilege access modeling

  • Privileged access reviews

  • Role-based access control (RBAC) for cloud workloads

    • Use Case: Reduce identity-related risk across Azure, AWS, GCP.

Entra ID Governance Implementation

  • Lifecycle workflows for joiner/mover/leaver processes

  • Access reviews, entitlements, and app provisioning

  • Delegated admin and self-service configuration

    • Use Case: Automate and control identity lifecycle management.

Identity Protection & Threat Detection

  • Setup of Entra ID Identity Protection

  • Passowd Protection

  • Detection of leaked credentials and risky sign-ins

  • Risk-Based Access - automatic remediation and alert configuration

  • Use Case: Proactive identity threat monitoring and response

Entra ID for External Identities (B2B/B2C)

  • Design and deployment of B2B/B2C portals

  • Custom branding and identity provider integration (Google, Facebook, etc.)

  • User flows and custom policies

    • Use Case: Enable secure collaboration or customer identity management.

Disaster Recovery & Business Continuity Planning

  • Implement immutable Entra ID Backup

  • Backup and restore testing

  • Disaster recovery runbooks

    • Use Case: Ensure rapid recovery in case of ransomware attack or accidental bulk object deletion.

Integration with SaaS & Line of Business Apps

  • SSO setup for SaaS apps via SAML/OAuth/OpenID Connect

  • SCIM-based provisioning

  • Gallery and non-gallery app onboarding

  • Use Case: Centralized access control and app integration.

Training & Knowledge Transfer

  • Admin and help desk training

  • Workshops on identity strategy, governance, and security

  • Runbooks and SOP documentation

    • ​Use Case: Ensure teams can independently manage the identity environment.

Privileged Identity Management (PIM) Setup

  • Just-in-time (JIT) access and approval workflows

  • PIM for roles across Entra ID, Azure, and other cloud services

  • Alerts and access reviews

    • Use Case: Reduce standing admin rights and enforce access governance.

Compliance & Audit Enablement

  • Logging and audit trail configuration

  • Integration with Microsoft Purview or SIEM platforms (Sentinel, Splunk)

  • Compliance reporting support (ISO, HIPAA, etc.)

    • Use Case: Meet internal and regulatory compliance requirements.

Entra Security Hardening

  • Microsoft Defender for Identity Setup and Configuration

  • Overly Permissive User Permissions

  • Default Admin Roles Assigned Too Broadly

  • Misconfigured Conditional Access Policies

  • Guest Access Too Open (External Collaboration)

  • Audit Logs and Alerts Not Properly Configured

  • Legacy Authentication Protocols Enabled

  • ​Lack of Privileged Identity Management (PIM)

Take the First Step Toward Digital Trust

In today’s digital world, identity is your first and most critical line of defense. At RND Tech, we specialize in protecting what matters most — your people, your data, and your digital infrastructure. Whether you're navigating compliance, building a zero trust architecture, or responding to emerging threats, we're here to help.

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