PAM Implementation Playbook

Dave Shackleford

The PAM Implementation Playbook is a strategic guide designed to help organizations streamline and secure privileged access across their IT environments. Developed by IANS Faculty expert Dave Shackleford, this playbook outlines a phased, 5–8-month roadmap for successful PAM deployment, from planning to optimization.

This playbook includes guidance on:

5 Key Phases of PAM Implementation: From planning and solution selection to integration, training, and optimization—get a clear roadmap with timelines and milestones.
Which Metrics Matter: Track success with actionable KPIs like credential rotation compliance, user adoption rates, and access approval turnaround time.
Real-World Use Cases: Learn how to onboard Tier-0 accounts, enforce password rotation, and eliminate standing access to critical systems.
Continuous Optimization: Discover how to integrate PAM with SIEM, EDR, and SOAR tools—and expand coverage to cloud, DevOps, and IoT environments.

Ideal For:

CISOs, IT Security Leaders, and IAM Program Managers seeking a proven framework to reduce risk, ensure compliance, and drive secure digital transformation.