Identity as the new perimeter: Reimagining access in government

The 2025 Government Identity Summit brought together leaders from the DoD, Civilian Agencies, Intelligence Community, and industry partners to formulate strategies against emerging digital identity threats. This after-action report summarizes key findings and Courses of Action (COAs) for enhancing user access, implementing a Zero Trust Architecture, and operationalizing next-generation Identity, Credential, and Access Management (ICAM) solutions. Effective identity governance is mission-critical for ensuring resilience and operational effectiveness. Explore these actionable ideas to support your agency’s mission in a rapidly changing digital landscape.