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Introduction to the PIM-IT Project: Version 0.0.1

Hey everyone! It’s been a while since my last update, but I’m back this Easter weekend to share some exciting work happening behind the scenes. One of my latest projects is PIM-IT , an open-source tool designed to simplify Privileged Identity Management (PIM) in Microsoft Entra . What is PIM? Privileged Identity Management (PIM) helps manage access to roles within Microsoft Entra, ensuring just-in-time access to privileged roles like User Administrator . PIM enhances security by granting access only when needed, for a limited time, under admin-defined conditions. It also helps prevent unauthorized privilege escalation and provides a valuable audit trail. When used correctly, PIM is a powerful tool for managing roles and permissions efficiently. Why PIM-IT? While PIM strengthens security, the process of assigning roles can be tedious—logging into the Azure portal, finding eligible roles, assigning hours, providing justification, and waiting for activation. Now, imagine doing this dai...