Cybersecurity podcast rankings

Best Identity Security Podcasts

A curated list of the best identity security podcasts for IAM, SSO, MFA, Entra ID, access governance, and zero trust.

How this list is ranked

Rankings combine Apple Podcasts ratings, review volume, recent publishing activity, episode depth, and topical fit.

Best for

Best for identity architects, IAM engineers, Microsoft Entra teams, security leaders, and anyone working on access strategy.

Updated

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Identity has become one of the main control planes for security programs. These podcasts are useful for following IAM, access governance, MFA, SSO, Entra ID, and zero-trust conversations without digging through general security feeds.

The goal is not to crown a single universal winner. A CISO looking for board-level risk conversations, a SOC analyst tracking active threats, and an engineer learning AppSec all need different shows. Each entry below includes quick context so you can decide whether it belongs in your listening rotation.

  1. Identity at the Center
    #1
    4.9(40)
    Updated May 11, 2026

    Identity at the Center

    Identity at the Center

    Identity at the Center is a weekly podcast all about identity security in the context of identity and access management (IAM). With decades of real-world IAM experience, hosts Jim McDonald and Jeff Steadman bring you conversations with news, topics, and guests from the identity management industry. Do you know who has access to what?

    Identity & Access
  2. The Azure Security Podcast
    #2
    4.8(25)
    Updated Apr 30, 2026

    The Azure Security Podcast

    Michael Howard, Sarah Young, Gladys Rodriguez and Mark Simos

    A twice-monthly podcast dedicated to all things relating to Security, Privacy, Compliance and Reliability on the Microsoft Cloud Platform. Hosted by Microsoft security experts, Michael Howard, Sarah Young, Gladys Rodriguez and Mark Simos. https://aka.ms/azsecpod ©2020-2025 Michael Howard, Sarah Young, Gladys Rodriquez, and Mark Simos.

    Cloud Security
    Identity & Access
  3. Blue Security
    #3
    4.7(15)
    Updated May 12, 2026

    Blue Security

    Andy Jaw & Adam Brewer

    A podcast for information security defenders (blue team) on best practices, tools, and implementation for enterprise security.

    News
    Blue Team
    Governance, Risk & Compliance
    Leadership
  4. Risky Business Features
    #4
    5.0(11)
    Updated May 12, 2026

    Risky Business Features

    Risky Business Media

    Join reformed CTO James Wilson as he dives deep on cybersecurity topics through an enterprise lens. From solo content and interviews with CISOs and researchers to vendor and startup deep dives, James does a bit of everything.

    AI Security
    Emerging Tech
    Interviews
    Penetration Testing
  5. Entra.Chat
    #5
    5.0(6)
    Updated May 9, 2026

    Entra.Chat

    Merill Fernando

    Entra.News is the go-to newsletter for the latest updates & expert insights on Microsoft Entra. Curated from top sources like Microsoft & MVPs, it's trusted by IT Pros & enterprise security teams worldwide to stay ahead in identity & access management.

    Identity & Access
    Cloud Security
  6. Hybrid Identity Protection Podcast
    #6
    5.0(4)
    Updated May 12, 2026

    Hybrid Identity Protection Podcast

    Semperis

    The HIP Podcast is the premier podcast for cybersecurity pros charged with defending hybrid identity environments. Hosted by 15-time Microsoft MVP and Active Directory security expert, Sean Deuby. Presented by Semperis: the pioneers of identity-driven cyber resilience for the hybrid enterprise.

    Vulnerability Management
    Threat Intelligence
    Incident Response
    Governance, Risk & Compliance
  7. Ahl About Identity
    #7
    5.0(1)
    Updated Apr 17, 2026

    Ahl About Identity

    Permiso Security

    Ahl About Identity isn’t your typical cybersecurity podcast. Each episode unpacks how attackers move through cloud and SaaS environments, exposing the overlooked gaps that make identity the new perimeter. Through real breach stories and insightful discussions, we examine attacker behavior, identity misuse, and the subtle signals defenders often miss. We put identity at the center of every conversation, connecting attacker tradecraft to practical defense strategies. If you care about what’s really happening behind the buzzwords, this is where the identity conversation gets real.

    Identity & Access
    AI Security
    Cloud Security
  8. Everyday Defender
    #8Updated May 1, 2026

    Everyday Defender

    Chris & Koos

    Everyday Defender provides snackable, practical tips and tricks based on real-world experience to help you secure your Microsoft cloud environments. Hosted by Microsoft MVPs Chris Goosen and Koos Goossens.

    Blue Team
    Cloud Security
    Identity & Access
    DevSecOps
  9. Out of Band: A Microsoft Security Podcast
    #9Updated Mar 30, 2026

    Out of Band: A Microsoft Security Podcast

    Out of Band

    Welcome to "Out of Band", your go-to podcast for all things Microsoft Security. Join us as we dive deep into the latest trends, insights, and innovations in the world of cybersecurity. Episode features experts from Microsoft and beyond, sharing their knowledge on topics like threat intelligence, data protection, best practices, and the future of AI and machine learning in security. Whether you're a seasoned professional or just starting your journey in cybersecurity, "Out of Band" offers valuable insights and practical advice to help you stay ahead of the curve. Tune in and stay secure!

    AI Security
    Cloud Security
    Identity & Access
    Emerging Tech

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