Why Just-in-Time Access is Critical for Identity Security and How to Get It Right

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Just-in-Time (JIT) access is emerging as a foundational pillar of modern identity security, replacing risky standing privileges with dynamic, on-demand entitlements. By granting users the exact access they need, only when they need it, JIT significantly reduces the attack surface, enforces continuous least privilege, and enhances regulatory compliance.

However, many enterprises struggle to implement JIT effectively. Manual approval workflows, ticketing delays, and lack of request context create operational friction, leading to “JIT exhaustion” and rushed approvals that undermine security. Static rule-based auto-approvals offer some relief but introduce new risks and administrative burdens, making scalability a challenge.

To unlock JIT’s full potential, organizations must move beyond static workflows and adopt behavior- and risk-driven JIT solutions. These advanced systems dynamically evaluate access requests based on user behavior patterns, entitlement risks, and contextual signals. Routine requests are auto-approved, while anomalies are escalated with rich contextual data for informed decision-making.

Andromeda Security’s Contextual JIT solution leverages AI-powered behavioral analytics to automate 80-90% of access requests, ensuring frictionless productivity while maintaining robust security. The platform provides real-time visibility, automated anomaly remediation, and dynamic permission rightsizing, turning JIT from a mere workflow into a strategic enabler of security and business agility.