Cloud Infrastructure Entitlement Management (CIEM)

Global Cloud Infrastructure Entitlement Management (CIEM) Market to Reach US$15.7 Billion by 2030

The global market for Cloud Infrastructure Entitlement Management (CIEM) estimated at US$1.8 Billion in the year 2024, is expected to reach US$15.7 Billion by 2030, growing at a CAGR of 43.3% over the analysis period 2024-2030. CIEM Solutions, one of the segments analyzed in the report, is expected to record a 49.1% CAGR and reach US$12.1 Billion by the end of the analysis period. Growth in the CIEM Professional Services segment is estimated at 31.1% CAGR over the analysis period.

The U.S. Market is Estimated at US$477.5 Million While China is Forecast to Grow at 40.5% CAGR

The Cloud Infrastructure Entitlement Management (CIEM) market in the U.S. is estimated at US$477.5 Million in the year 2024. China, the world`s second largest economy, is forecast to reach a projected market size of US$2.3 Billion by the year 2030 trailing a CAGR of 40.5% over the analysis period 2024-2030. Among the other noteworthy geographic markets are Japan and Canada, each forecast to grow at a CAGR of 40.1% and 36.5% respectively over the analysis period. Within Europe, Germany is forecast to grow at approximately 28.6% CAGR.

Global Cloud Infrastructure Entitlement Management (CIEM) Market – Key Trends & Drivers Summarized

What Is Driving the CIEM Market’s Exponential Growth?

Cloud Infrastructure Entitlement Management (CIEM) is emerging as a critical segment in the broader cloud security landscape, addressing the increasingly complex challenges of identity and access management (IAM). As organizations scale their cloud deployments, they struggle with excessive permissions, misconfigurations, and security vulnerabilities—factors that CIEM solutions are designed to address. The shift towards multi-cloud environments and the growing adoption of Zero Trust security frameworks have fueled demand for CIEM platforms that offer automated entitlement controls, continuous monitoring, and remediation of identity risks in cloud infrastructure. One of the primary factors propelling the market is the surging adoption of cloud computing across enterprises, coupled with the rise in hybrid and multi-cloud strategies. Organizations are leveraging diverse cloud platforms, such as AWS, Azure, and Google Cloud, leading to a surge in identity-related security risks. The ability of CIEM solutions to enhance visibility, enforce least-privilege access, and automate remediation has made them indispensable to modern cybersecurity architectures. Additionally, compliance regulations such as GDPR, CCPA, and HIPAA are compelling businesses to strengthen their identity governance, further fueling market demand.

How Are Regulatory Pressures and Cyber Threats Shaping Market Dynamics?

Regulatory compliance and the escalating sophistication of cyber threats are two of the most significant factors influencing the CIEM market’s growth trajectory. Governments and regulatory bodies worldwide are imposing stringent data protection mandates, requiring organizations to have robust identity access controls within their cloud environments. In regions such as North America and Europe, enterprises face mounting pressure to demonstrate compliance with regulations like NIST (National Institute of Standards and Technology) Cybersecurity Framework, ISO 27001, and PCI DSS. The necessity for real-time monitoring and automated access reviews is accelerating the adoption of CIEM solutions that can seamlessly integrate with governance, risk, and compliance (GRC) frameworks. Meanwhile, the exponential rise in cloud-based cyberattacks, particularly those exploiting over-permissioned identities, is prompting enterprises to invest in CIEM platforms as a preventive security measure. Data breaches resulting from excessive access permissions or compromised credentials are now among the leading causes of cloud security incidents. As cybercriminals increasingly target cloud workloads, lateral movement attacks, and privilege escalation, CIEM has become a frontline defense mechanism for securing critical infrastructure and mitigating risks in real time.

Which Industries Are Leading the Adoption of CIEM Solutions?

The demand for CIEM is rapidly increasing across various industries, with sectors such as banking, financial services, insurance (BFSI), healthcare, retail, IT, and government emerging as the primary adopters. The BFSI sector, in particular, has been at the forefront due to its stringent regulatory environment and the high sensitivity of financial data. Financial institutions require robust access governance tools to protect against unauthorized access, insider threats, and fraud, making CIEM a strategic investment in their cybersecurity infrastructure. Similarly, the healthcare sector is experiencing a surge in CIEM adoption due to the proliferation of electronic health records (EHRs) and cloud-based healthcare applications. The need to safeguard patient data, ensure HIPAA compliance, and manage complex identity structures is pushing healthcare providers toward CIEM solutions. In the IT sector, managed service providers (MSPs) and cloud service providers (CSPs) are leveraging CIEM to secure cloud workloads for their clients, ensuring that access privileges are continuously monitored and updated in line with best practices. Additionally, as governments worldwide transition to cloud-based digital services, public sector agencies are prioritizing identity security to prevent unauthorized access to sensitive government databases and citizen information. The ongoing digital transformation across these sectors is a key driver of CIEM adoption, as organizations seek granular access control mechanisms to mitigate security risks.

What Are the Key Growth Drivers of the CIEM Market?

The growth in the Cloud Infrastructure Entitlement Management (CIEM) market is driven by several factors, with technological advancements and evolving security paradigms leading the charge. One of the most critical drivers is the widespread implementation of Zero Trust security models, where identity verification is continuously enforced, and access privileges are dynamically adjusted based on real-time risk assessment. As enterprises move towards a Zero Trust framework, CIEM solutions are becoming a fundamental component of modern cybersecurity strategies. Moreover, the growing adoption of DevSecOps practices is fostering CIEM market expansion. Organizations are embedding security into the development lifecycle, necessitating real-time entitlement management to prevent unauthorized access within CI/CD pipelines. This has created a demand for CIEM solutions that can integrate with DevOps workflows, ensuring that security policies are enforced across cloud-native applications. The rise in cloud-based remote work environments is another major driver. With more employees, third-party vendors, and contractors accessing cloud resources remotely, the risk of privilege creep and orphaned accounts has escalated. CIEM solutions help organizations address these challenges by continuously monitoring user activities and revoking unnecessary permissions, ensuring a least-privilege access model is maintained. Lastly, the integration of artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning (ML) in CIEM solutions is revolutionizing cloud security. AI-driven CIEM tools can proactively detect anomalies, automate risk-based access decisions, and enhance identity threat intelligence. As cyber threats become more sophisticated, the need for AI-powered CIEM platforms capable of predictive risk mitigation is becoming paramount. In conclusion, the Cloud Infrastructure Entitlement Management (CIEM) market is poised for substantial growth, driven by regulatory compliance, cybersecurity challenges, technological advancements, and evolving enterprise security requirements. As organizations continue to scale their cloud environments, the demand for CIEM solutions will only intensify, making it a crucial investment in the future of cloud security.

SCOPE OF STUDY:

The report analyzes the Cloud Infrastructure Entitlement Management (CIEM) market in terms of units by the following Segments, and Geographic Regions/Countries:

Segments:
Offering (CIEM Solutions, CIEM Professional Services); Vertical (BFSI Vertical, Healthcare Vertical, Retail and eCommerce Vertical, IT and ITeS Vertical, Telecommunications Vertical, Other Verticals)

Geographic Regions/Countries:
World; United States; Canada; Japan; China; Europe (France; Germany; Italy; United Kingdom; and Rest of Europe); Asia-Pacific; Rest of World.

Select Competitors (Total 42 Featured) -

• Apcera
• Check Point CloudGuard
• CrowdStrike Falcon Cloud Security
• CyberArk
• ForgeRock
• HyTrust (an Entrust company)
• IBM Security Verify
• Microsoft Entra Permissions Management
• NetIQ (Micro Focus)
• Okta
• One Identity
• Orca Security
• Palo Alto Networks (Prisma Cloud)
• Ping Identity
• SailPoint
• Saviynt
• Tenable Cloud Security
• Trend Micro Cloud One
• Varonis
• Wiz

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