Strategic Identity Modernization for Mining, Oil, Gas & Energy Enterprises Navigating Digital, Regulatory, and M&A Complexity
As mining organizations modernize operations through AI, cloud adoption, and automation, one legacy system continues to present outsized and often underestimated risk: hybrid Active Directory.
Despite the shift toward cloud-based identity models, over 90 percent of enterprises still rely on on-premises Active Directory for core authentication and access control. In the mining sector—where remote locations, complex M&A activity, and legacy systems are common—these hybrid environments often contain unmanaged vulnerabilities that pose a serious threat to cybersecurity, compliance, and operational continuity.
This white paper, developed by Itergy, outlines the emerging risk profile of hybrid AD environments within mining, oil, and gas enterprises. It draws from field experience in supporting global mining companies through divestitures, post-acquisition transitions, and Zero Trust alignment initiatives. The content includes real-world context, current threat statistics, and a five-step roadmap to help organizations regain control of fragmented identity environments and embed resilience at the core of their operations.
Topics covered include:
Why Active Directory remains a primary vector in 80 to 90 percent of modern cyberattacks
How M&A transitions create identity blind spots and audit risk
Where lifecycle automation, privileged access reviews, and identity-centric DR planning must be prioritized
What role trusted advisors play in building scalable, secure identity architectures for critical infrastructure
If your organization is navigating hybrid IT complexity, facing increased audit scrutiny, or preparing for M&A transitions, I welcome the opportunity to share insights from our work in the field.
To discuss the paper or explore how these risks may apply to your environment, feel free to contact me directly here on Energy Central or via LinkedIn. I would be happy to provide you with a free copy of the full white paper upon request.