CORTEX empowers authorised and authenticated users to define and manage logical access rights tailored to specific roles, particularly concerning applications. Through a user-friendly web interface, CORTEX facilitates the registration of new employees into designated roles. It also allows for the approval of access rights assignments to these new employees, ensuring access is granted in line with their job functions and responsibilities.
Once access rights are assigned, CORTEX configures systems with user-specific account details determined by the employee’s role. This tailored approach to account configuration ensures that employees can access the necessary resources for their roles. Additionally, CORTEX supports on-demand access requests, such as scenarios where a key fob is lost. In such cases, it presents a web page to authorised personnel, allowing them to request specific access. CORTEX then collects and validates the request data and, if valid, issues configuration commands to temporarily grant access.
CORTEX can conduct regular audits of access rights configurations. It identifies all user accounts on access granting systems and maps these to individuals, utilising data from HR or Active Directory systems. Managers are then notified to approve ongoing access, ensuring continuous alignment with job requirements and security protocols. CORTEX also monitors managers’ responses, issuing reminders or escalations if necessary, and updates or removes access rights based on their input.
CORTEX logs every action and decision for use in subsequent audits and compliance reviews. It can escalate data quality issues with HR or Active Directory systems, maintaining the integrity of access management. Throughout this process, CORTEX issues progress notifications to internal and external stakeholders, keeping all parties informed and ensuring transparency in managing access rights.
Ensuring controlled and need-based access to systems and data is fundamental to maintaining robust cybersecurity and data integrity within an organisation. This involves setting up access permissions and conducting regular audits to ensure these access rights remain appropriate and secure. Such audits are crucial as they help identify any potential misuse or overextension of access privileges.
The review of access rights is especially critical during key employee lifecycle events. For instance, when employees join the company, access rights must be granted in line with their roles and responsibilities. Conversely, when employees exit the company, their access must be promptly revoked to safeguard sensitive information. Similarly, when employees transition to different roles or experience changes in their job responsibilities, their access rights need to be adjusted accordingly to align with their new positions. This process ensures that employees have access only to the information and systems necessary for their specific job functions.
Additionally, access rights management extends to contractors and suppliers who may require temporary access to certain systems or data. This access must be carefully approved, monitored, and audited, with revocation of rights as soon as their need for access concludes.
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