In this episode of The Identity Heroes, we’re joined by Amit Vaidya, former SVP of Identity, Fraud & Data Protection at PNC Bank.

From navigating fraud and security risk at one of the nation’s largest banks to thinking ahead about AI agents and enterprise IAM, Amit shares a grounded, strategic perspective on what it really takes to secure identity at scale. He unpacks how organizations can make identity measurable, prioritize the right outcomes, and build resilient systems—even with limited resources.

Amit also shares sharp insights for vendors, including what not to do when selling to enterprises, and how to build relationships that actually solve customer pain.

🎯 This conversation dives into:

• Why identity is the new perimeter

• How to lead IAM strategy with ROI and risk

• What AI agents mean for the future of IAM

• Why visibility and guardrails are critical in an AI-driven world

• The business-first mindset that elevates security leadership

  
  

✨ Key Themes & Takeaways

• AI agents must be accounted for in today’s IAM strategies

• Risk-based identity programs drive better business alignment

• Identity is core to fraud prevention—not just IT hygiene

• ROI is the language that gets IAM funded

• Vendors should solve problems, not pitch features

• Guardrails for AI are the next enterprise priority

  
  

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 🎙️ The views expressed in this episode are solely those of the guest and do not represent the opinions of their employer or family.