How is RBAC different from individual permissions?

RBAC assigns permissions to 'Roles' (e.g., Team Lead), which are then assigned to people. It's much easier to manage.

Can one person have multiple roles?

Yes, a person can be a 'Manager' and also a 'Department Head' with combined permissions.

What is a 'granular' permission?

It means you can control access down to a specific button or a single field like 'Bank Account Number.'

Does it help with compliance?

Yes, it is a core requirement for ISO 27001 and GDPR compliance.

What happens when an employee changes roles?

You just update their role in the system, and their access levels change instantly.

Can I create custom roles?

Most modern HRMS tools allow you to build roles tailored to your specific workflow.

Does RBAC prevent internal data breaches?

It significantly reduces the risk by limiting the amount of data any one person can see.

Is it difficult to set up?

It requires initial planning, but saves hundreds of hours in long-term security management.

Can employees see their own data?

Yes, the 'Employee' role typically allows them to see and edit their own profile.

Why is it important for payroll?

It ensures only the finance and payroll team can see and process salary data.

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Role-Based Access Control (RBAC)

RBAC is a security approach that restricts system access to authorized users based on their role within the organization, ensuring that sensitive HR data is only visible to those who need it.

Key Takeaways

Enforces the "Principle of Least Privilege."
Simplifies permission management across large teams.
Prevents unauthorized access to salary and personal info.
Creates a clear audit trail of who accessed what data.

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