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CyberArk Identity Security Platform

Palo Alto Networks (CyberArk)

PAMGartner Leader 2025PQC ReadyNHI SupportITDRCloudHybridOn-Prem

Enterprises needing comprehensive privileged access security

Pricing

$2–$5/user/mo

Integrations

700+

Founded

1999

HQ

Israel/US

Parent Company

Palo Alto Networks

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Strengths

  • First SaaS PAM solution with FedRAMP High authorization
  • Zero-standing privilege with just-in-time access
  • Broadest NHI coverage including PKI certificates (Venafi acquisition)
  • Deep PAM heritage spanning workforce, machine, and AI-agent identities
  • Idira unified identity platform launched June 2026 — integrates PAM, NHI, and IGA under Palo Alto Networks

Limitations

  • Administrative unification still in progress — Zilla IGA integration ongoing
  • AI agent governance capabilities maturing; full GA expected H2 2026
  • Complex pricing; simplification flagged by Forrester Q2 2026

Compliance Certifications

FedRAMPFedRAMP-HighFedRAMP-ModerateSOC2-Type2SOC2PCI-DSSHIPAAISO27001

Security & Deployment Details

Uptime SLA99.9%
SOC 2 TypeType II
Passwordless AuthSupported
Avg Implementation~16 weeks
Forrester WaveStrong Performer
Data ResidencyUS, EU
PQC ReadyYes — Post-Quantum Cryptography supported
NHI SupportYes — Non-Human Identity management
ITDR CapableYes — Identity Threat Detection & Response

MFA Methods

FIDO2TOTPPushHardware TokenBiometric

Capability Coverage

PAMSecrets ManagementCIEMZero TrustAgentic AI Identity

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