CA Technologies PAM AMI Appliance with FIPS
The CA Technologies PAM AMI Appliance with FIPS provides essential security and compliance for your privileged access management needs on Amazon Web Services.
- FIPS 140-2 Compliance: Ensures adherence to stringent government and industry security standards for data encryption and cryptographic modules.
- Privileged Access Control: Grants granular control over who can access sensitive systems and data, reducing the risk of unauthorized access.
- Auditing and Monitoring: Provides comprehensive logging and reporting capabilities to track all privileged activities for security and compliance audits.
- Amazon Web Services Integration: Deploys as an appliance directly within your AWS environment for streamlined management and security.
Product Overview
Product Overview
This offering is a software license for the CA Technologies Privileged Access Manager (PAM) Appliance, specifically configured for deployment on Amazon Web Services (AWS) and validated for FIPS 140-2 compliance. It enables organizations to manage, monitor, and secure privileged accounts and access across their IT infrastructure, ensuring robust security postures and meeting regulatory requirements.
IT Managers and IT Professionals in SMB and mid-market companies utilize this solution to enforce least privilege, detect and respond to threats, and maintain audit trails for privileged sessions. It integrates into existing AWS environments, providing a dedicated appliance for centralized control over sensitive system access.
- FIPS 140-2 Certified: Meets rigorous cryptographic security standards required by many government and regulated industries.
- Centralized Privileged Account Management: Consolidates the management of all privileged accounts, passwords, and sessions.
- Session Recording and Monitoring: Captures detailed records of all privileged user activity for forensic analysis and compliance.
- Automated Password Rotation: Enhances security by automatically changing privileged account passwords at defined intervals.
- Risk-Based Access Control: Implements policies that grant access based on user behavior, context, and risk assessment.
Secure your critical assets and meet compliance mandates with this FIPS-certified PAM solution tailored for AWS deployments.
What This Enables
Enable secure privileged access on AWS
Enable teams to manage, monitor, and secure privileged accounts and sessions within their Amazon Web Services environment. Streamline the enforcement of access policies and ensure that only authorized personnel can access critical systems and data.
cloud-native deployments, hybrid cloud environments, AWS infrastructure, security-conscious operations
Automate password rotation and credential management
Automate the rotation of privileged account passwords across your AWS infrastructure to reduce the risk of credential compromise. Streamline the process of managing and securing sensitive credentials, ensuring compliance with security best practices.
complex IT environments, regulated industries, security operations, infrastructure management
Ensure FIPS 140-2 compliance for privileged access
Ensure adherence to stringent FIPS 140-2 cryptographic standards for all privileged access activities. Provide auditable proof of compliance for regulatory requirements and government mandates related to data security.
government contractors, financial institutions, healthcare providers, security-focused organizations
Key Features
FIPS 140-2 Validation
Meets stringent government and industry security standards for cryptographic modules, ensuring a high level of data protection and compliance.
Privileged Session Management
Provides granular control and monitoring of privileged user activities, reducing the risk of insider threats and unauthorized access.
Automated Password Vaulting and Rotation
Enhances security by eliminating hardcoded credentials and automatically rotating passwords, minimizing the window of vulnerability.
Real-time Auditing and Reporting
Offers comprehensive logging and session recording for forensic analysis, compliance reporting, and security incident investigations.
AWS Appliance Deployment
Integrates directly into your AWS environment, simplifying deployment and management within your existing cloud infrastructure.
Industry Applications
Government & Public Sector
Requires strict adherence to security standards like FIPS 140-2 for protecting sensitive government data and systems. This solution provides the necessary controls and compliance validation.
Finance & Insurance
Operates under heavy regulatory scrutiny (e.g., SOX, PCI DSS) that mandates robust security for financial data and privileged access. Session monitoring and auditing are critical for compliance and fraud prevention.
Healthcare & Life Sciences
Deals with sensitive patient health information (PHI) protected by HIPAA, requiring strong access controls and audit trails for all system interactions, including privileged ones.
Legal & Professional Services
Manages confidential client data and intellectual property, necessitating secure access controls and comprehensive logging to prevent breaches and maintain client trust.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is FIPS 140-2 validation?
FIPS 140-2 is a US government standard that specifies the security requirements for cryptographic modules. Validation ensures that the encryption and cryptographic algorithms used by the software meet these rigorous security benchmarks, often required for government and regulated industries.
How does this appliance help with compliance?
The appliance helps meet compliance by providing strong encryption, granular access controls, detailed audit trails, and session recordings for privileged activities. Its FIPS 140-2 validation specifically addresses requirements for secure cryptographic operations.
Can this be deployed on-premises or only in AWS?
This specific product, the PAM AMI (Amazon Machine Image), is designed for deployment within Amazon Web Services (AWS) environments. CA Technologies may offer other PAM solutions for on-premises deployments.
Deployment & Support
Deployment Complexity
Medium — IT-assisted
Fulfillment
Digital Delivery
License keys / portal provisioning
Support Model
Zent Networks Managed
Renewal, add-license, and lifecycle management included
Subscription Terms
Cancellation
Cancel anytime — no charge on next cycle
You may cancel this subscription at any time. Cancellation takes effect at the end of the current billing period. You will not be charged for the following billing cycle. Access remains active through the end of the paid term.
Returns
Subscription licenses are non-refundable
Digital software licenses and SaaS subscriptions cannot be returned once activated or provisioned. Contact a Zent Networks account manager if you have questions before purchasing.