TridentK12 Identity Manager

TridentK12 Identity Manager is a software solution provided by Aegis Identity Software, Inc. It is designed to manage and secure user identities within K-12 educational institutions. The product claims to offer a centralized platform for managing user accounts, access permissions, and authentication processes. According to the vendor, TridentK12 Identity Manager is suitable for K-12 educational institutions of all sizes, including public and private schools. It is aimed at school administrators, IT administrators, teachers and staff, as well as the education and information technology industries.

Key Features

Single Sign-On (SSO): According to the vendor, TridentK12 Identity Manager offers a Single Sign-On (SSO) feature that allows users to access multiple applications and systems with a single set of credentials. This is said to simplify the login process, enhance security, and potentially improve user productivity.

User Provisioning: The vendor claims that TridentK12 Identity Manager provides user provisioning capabilities, enabling administrators to automate the process of creating, modifying, and deleting user accounts. This is said to streamline onboarding and offboarding processes, ensure appropriate access privileges, and potentially improve overall efficiency.

Role-Based Access Control (RBAC): According to the vendor, TridentK12 Identity Manager allows administrators to assign and manage access permissions based on predefined roles, through its Role-Based Access Control (RBAC) feature. This is claimed to simplify access management, enhance security, and potentially reduce the risk of unauthorized access.

Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA): The vendor states that TridentK12 Identity Manager supports Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA), adding an extra layer of security to user logins. By requiring additional authentication factors, such as fingerprints or one-time passcodes, MFA is said to enhance system security and protect sensitive data.

Identity Lifecycle Management: According to the vendor, TridentK12 Identity Manager offers Identity Lifecycle Management capabilities, allowing administrators to manage the entire lifecycle of user identities within the educational institution. This includes user registration, verification, updates, and deactivation, which is claimed to ensure accurate and up-to-date user information.

Audit and Compliance Reporting: TridentK12 Identity Manager is said to provide robust audit and compliance reporting features, allowing administrators to track and monitor user access activities. The vendor claims that detailed reports on user logins, access requests, and permission changes help educational institutions meet regulatory requirements and maintain a secure environment.

Integration with Student Information Systems (SIS): According to the vendor, TridentK12 Identity Manager integrates seamlessly with Student Information Systems (SIS) commonly used in K-12 educational institutions. This integration is claimed to ensure accurate and up-to-date user information, automate user provisioning, and simplify the management of user accounts.

Self-Service Password Reset: The vendor states that TridentK12 Identity Manager offers a self-service password reset feature, allowing users to securely reset their passwords without IT assistance. This is said to reduce the burden on IT support staff, improve user satisfaction, and potentially enhance overall productivity.

Mobile Device Management (MDM): According to the vendor, TridentK12 Identity Manager includes Mobile Device Management (MDM) capabilities, enabling administrators to manage and secure mobile devices used by students, teachers, and staff. The MDM feature allows for device enrollment, configuration, application management, and remote wipe capabilities, which is claimed to help maintain control and security over devices and data.

Access Request and Approval Workflow: TridentK12 Identity Manager is said to provide an access request and approval workflow feature, allowing users to request additional access rights or permissions. The vendor claims that administrators can define approval workflows, ensuring proper authorization channels are followed, preventing unauthorized access, and maintaining a secure environment.