Portnox & Microsoft EAM: A Power Move in Identity Security for Enterprise Applications

Microsoft’s new feature, External Authentication Methods (EAM), allows for seamless integration with Portnox’s Conditional Access for Applications comprehensive security features. Our customers appreciate the combined strength of Portnox’s security solutions and Microsoft Entra ID (formerly known as Azure AD) for their simplicity in setting up single sign-on (SSO), implementing passwordless authentication, and crafting detailed access policies. This integration ensures that only verified users and devices can access their applications. With this enhancement, Portnox now operates as a fully integrated multi-factor authentication (MFA) and advanced security provider within Entra ID.

“At Microsoft Security, we’re always looking for ways to help our customers stay ahead of the curve when it comes to security. The integration of Entra ID External Authentication Methods…is a prime example of this commitment, as it allows our customers to leverage the MFA solution they already have in place to protect against increasingly sophisticated phishing attacks.” — Natee Pretikul, Principal Product Management Lead, Microsoft Security

The Benefits of Portnox & Microsoft EAM

Heterogenous infrastructure and mixed-vendor IT environments add complexity to managing policies, users, and devices. This can lead to confusing sign-in processes or security loopholes. Switching between multiple MFA providers can cause confusion for organizations and friction for their users.

Portnox’s new integration with Entra ID through EAM enables authentications through Portnox to be recognized by Entra ID as a strong security factor that meets MFA requirements. Now, Portnox works even more seamlessly across all Microsoft and non-Microsoft workflows, allowing customers to consolidate their identity security and MFA while delivering a consistent and frictionless experience to end users.

With EAM, Microsoft now supports third-party MFA providers. Yes, you heard that right! Your team will no longer have to juggle multiple MFA solutions but instead enjoy a seamless unified access control solution for all critical resources in your organization.

Getting Started with Portnox & Microsoft EAM

You don’t need to be a tech wizard to get this integration up and running. With Portnox’s cloud-native architecture, the transition to using Portnox as your MFA provider within Microsoft Entra ID is as smooth as it gets. No clunky on-prem hardware. No risky downtime. Just simple, seamless cloud delivery that has you covered from day one.

And here’s the kicker: by adopting this enhanced security solution, you’re not only strengthening your access control but also future-proofing your organization against the next wave of cyber threats. It’s a bold move—and one that your future self will definitely thank you for.

Partnering with the Best in the Business

As a proud Microsoft Intelligent Security Association (MISA) partner, Portnox is deeply committed to staying ahead of the curve, offering best-in-class security experiences to organizations across the globe. The continued collaboration between Portnox and Microsoft is more than just a strategic partnership—it’s a shared vision for the future of cybersecurity, where security solutions don’t just keep up with the threat landscape; they get ahead of it.

So, what are you waiting for? Take the next step in securing your organization’s future with Portnox and Microsoft Entra ID EAM—because in today’s world, a half-measure approach to security just won’t cut it anymore.