JumpCloud Inc. is reinforcing its identity-first approach with the acquisition of Stack Identity, a next-generation identity security and access visibility platform. This move strengthens JumpCloud’s identity-first access management solutions, enhancing security for remote and hybrid workforces.
How Stack Identity Enhances JumpCloud
- Cutting-Edge Data Analytics
- Identifies and mitigates unauthorized access pathways missed by traditional IAM tools.
- Strengthened Identity Security Capabilities
- Identity Governance and Administration (IGA) – Ensures proper user provisioning and access control.
- Privilege Access Management (PAM) – Protects sensitive data with secure privilege access.
- Identity Security Posture Management (ISPM) – Continuously monitors identity risk.
- Identity Threat Detection and Response (ITDR) – Detects and responds to identity-based threats.
- Cloud Infrastructure Entitlement Management (CIEM) – Manages cloud-based access entitlements.
Key Benefits of the Acquisition
- Enhanced Visibility & Control
- Provides better access monitoring across IT, cloud, and SaaS applications.
- Streamlines the implementation of least privilege access.
- Strengthened Access Management
- Ensures the right individuals access the right resources.
- Accelerates just-in-time (JIT) access for cloud, SaaS, and on-premises environments.
- Enables just-enough access (JEA) to prevent over-entitlement risks.
- Advanced Security Measures
- Detects access anomalies and mitigates security threats.
- Improves compliance and identity assurance for businesses of all sizes.
Industry Impact
JumpCloud customers have consistently demanded stronger identity-first security solutions. The acquisition of Stack Identity helps JumpCloud provide businesses with more comprehensive access control, improving security and operational efficiency.
JumpCloud’s commitment to evolving IT security is evident in this acquisition, following its purchase of Resmo less than a year ago. By integrating Stack Identity’s expertise, JumpCloud aims to simplify identity security for businesses while staying ahead of emerging threats.
