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Privileged access management (PAM) tools are used to help organizations manage and secure accounts that have access to critical data and operations. Privileged identities can be human (employees or third-parties) or non-human (e.g., agents, applications, or service accounts).

A human-privileged user is typically an IT admin with elevated access to make changes to infrastructures, systems, or processes. Non-human privileged accounts can execute applications, run workloads, or perform other automated services. These privileged user roles are typically granted with elevated credentials that enable access to sensitive data and resources. This makes it necessary to scrutinize these privileged users’ activity and make sure their access is in accordance with the Principle of Least Privilege: users should only be given the necessary access to perform their job.

Saviynt’s privileged access management  solution provides a centralized, secure control panel to manage privileged accounts and monitor privileged activities.

Privileged accounts are prime targets for attackers because they can access sensitive data or disrupt systems. PAM solutions act as a line of defense, granting privileged access only when needed and for limited durations to minimize the attack surface.

In hybrid and cloud environments, PAM tools simplify administration by offering a single control plane for monitoring and risk management. PAM strengthens accountability, reduces standing privileges, and supports compliance with regulations like GDPR and HIPAA.

An effective PAM solution streamlines access provisioning, lowers IT friction, and enables administrators to work securely and efficiently.

While both PAM and IGA focus on access control, they serve distinct purposes.

PAM tools focus on securing and monitoring high-risk privileged accounts. Because privileged user accounts have elevated permissions, PAM enforces stricter controls such as audit trails, real-time monitoring, and session recording to ensure accountability and prevent misuse.

IGA takes a broader approach, managing access for all users across the organization. It governs digital identities, enforces role-based access controls, and ensures proper data governance. IGA also handles temporary or third-party access as part of its lifecycle management.

Together, PAM and IGA form the foundation of a comprehensive identity security strategy. When integrated, they provide complete visibility and control over who has access to what — and why.