CA Technologies PAM Software Platform License with FIPS
This CA Technologies platform software license provides FIPS-certified privileged access management capabilities for your hardware appliance, ensuring enhanced security and compliance.
- License Scope: Entitlement to use CA Technologies PAM software on a designated hardware appliance.
- FIPS Compliance: Ensures adherence to Federal Information Processing Standards for sensitive data protection.
- Feature Access: Unlocks advanced privileged access controls, session monitoring, and credential management.
- Subscription Term: Provides ongoing access to software features and potential updates under a defined subscription period.
Product Overview
Product Overview
This offering is a platform software license subscription for CA Technologies Privileged Access Manager (PAM) software, specifically designed for deployment on a hardware appliance that meets FIPS standards. It grants the necessary entitlements to operate the PAM solution, enabling robust control and oversight of privileged user activities within your IT environment.
IT Managers and IT Professionals in SMB and mid-market organizations utilize this license to secure critical systems and sensitive data. It integrates into existing infrastructure, providing a centralized solution for managing, monitoring, and auditing access to high-risk accounts and resources.
- Privileged Access Control: Manages and secures access for administrators and other privileged users.
- FIPS 140-2 Compliance: Meets stringent federal standards for cryptographic module security.
- Session Monitoring & Recording: Provides visibility into privileged user activities for auditing and forensics.
- Credential Management: Automates the secure storage and rotation of privileged credentials.
- Subscription Licensing: Offers flexible, ongoing access to software capabilities and support.
Secure your critical assets and meet regulatory demands with this FIPS-compliant CA Technologies PAM software license, tailored for business efficiency.
What This Enables
Enable Secure Privileged Access
Enable teams to enforce least privilege principles by granting specific, time-bound access to critical systems. Streamline the process of onboarding and offboarding privileged users, reducing the window of vulnerability.
on-premises infrastructure, hybrid cloud environments, regulated industries, internal IT operations
Automate Credential Management
Automate the secure storage, rotation, and management of all privileged account credentials across your network. Reduce the risk of credential compromise due to weak or reused passwords.
complex IT environments, multi-vendor hardware, centralized IT management
Ensure Regulatory Compliance
Meet stringent regulatory and compliance mandates, such as FIPS 140-2, by utilizing certified hardware and software for privileged access. Provide auditable logs of all privileged user activities for compliance reporting.
government contractors, financial services, healthcare IT, data privacy requirements
Key Features
FIPS 140-2 Certified Hardware Appliance Compatibility
Ensures that your privileged access management solution meets federal standards for cryptographic security, crucial for government and regulated industries.
Privileged Session Management
Provides granular control over who can access what, when, and for how long, significantly reducing the attack surface.
Automated Credential Vaulting and Rotation
Eliminates the need for manual password management, preventing weak passwords and reducing the risk of credential theft.
Real-time Monitoring and Alerting
Enables immediate detection of suspicious activities, allowing for rapid response to potential security incidents.
Comprehensive Auditing and Reporting
Delivers detailed logs of all privileged activities, simplifying compliance audits and forensic investigations.
Industry Applications
Government & Public Sector
FIPS compliance is a mandatory requirement for many government agencies and contractors handling sensitive data, making this solution critical for their security and compliance needs.
Finance & Insurance
This sector handles highly sensitive financial data and is subject to strict regulations like PCI DSS and SOX, requiring robust privileged access controls and auditing capabilities.
Healthcare & Life Sciences
Protecting patient health information (PHI) under HIPAA requires stringent access controls and audit trails for all systems, including those managed by privileged users.
Manufacturing & Industrial
Securing operational technology (OT) and industrial control systems (ICS) often involves managing privileged access to critical infrastructure, where downtime and breaches have severe consequences.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does FIPS compliance mean for this software license?
FIPS (Federal Information Processing Standards) compliance means the associated hardware appliance meets rigorous security requirements set by the U.S. government for cryptographic modules. This license ensures the software operates within that secure, compliant framework.
Is this license for the software only, or does it include the hardware appliance?
This is a software license that is specifically intended for deployment on a hardware appliance that meets FIPS standards. The hardware appliance itself is typically procured separately.
What is the typical term for a subscription license like this?
Subscription licenses are typically offered with terms ranging from one to five years, providing continuous access to the software and support during that period. Specific terms are confirmed at the time of purchase.
Deployment & Support
Deployment Complexity
High — engineer-led
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.