ManageEngine PAM360
Privileged access management (PAM) software
Identity management software
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What is ManageEngine PAM360
ManageEngine PAM360 is a privileged access management (PAM) platform used to discover, store, rotate, and control access to privileged credentials and sessions across IT infrastructure. It targets IT operations and security teams that need centralized governance for administrator accounts, service accounts, and remote privileged sessions. The product combines password vaulting, session management/recording, approval workflows, and auditing in a single console, with integrations for common directories and ticketing tools. It is typically deployed by mid-market and enterprise organizations that want on-premises or self-hosted PAM capabilities.
Broad PAM feature coverage
PAM360 includes core PAM functions such as privileged credential vaulting, automated password rotation, access request/approval workflows, and session monitoring/recording. It supports managing privileged access across servers, network devices, databases, and applications. This breadth reduces the need to stitch together separate tools for vaulting and session governance. It also provides audit trails intended for compliance and incident investigation.
Integrations for IT operations
The product integrates with directory services (for example, LDAP/Active Directory) to align privileged access with enterprise identity sources. It also supports integrations with ticketing/ITSM systems to tie privileged access requests to change or incident processes. These integrations help standardize approvals and reduce manual administration. API support enables additional automation and custom workflows.
Self-hosted deployment option
PAM360 is commonly deployed as a self-hosted solution, which can fit organizations with data residency or internal control requirements. Self-hosting can simplify integration with internal network segments and restricted environments. It also allows organizations to manage upgrades and maintenance schedules. This can be important where cloud-only PAM is not acceptable.
UI and workflow complexity
Because PAM360 covers multiple PAM functions, initial configuration can be complex, especially for discovery, policy design, and onboarding diverse asset types. Teams may need time to model approval workflows, password rotation schedules, and session policies. The administrative interface can feel dense for occasional administrators. This can increase implementation effort compared with narrower-scope tools.
Connector depth varies by system
Support for target systems and privileged session types depends on available connectors and protocols. Some environments may require additional scripting or custom integration work to achieve consistent rotation and session control across all platforms. Feature parity can vary between different asset categories (for example, certain databases or network devices). Organizations should validate coverage for their specific technology stack during evaluation.
Identity management is secondary
While it integrates with identity providers and directories, PAM360 is not a full identity management suite for lifecycle provisioning, governance, or broad SSO use cases. Organizations looking for end-to-end identity administration may need separate identity management tooling. Role and policy models focus primarily on privileged access rather than general workforce identity. This can limit its suitability as a standalone identity management platform.
Plan & Pricing
Subscription model - billed annually
| Plan (Administrators / Keys) | Price (Enterprise Edition) | Price (Enterprise Edition - Multi-language) | Key features & notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10 administrators / 25 keys | $7,995 / year | $9,595 / year | Subscription price; licensing fee includes annual maintenance & support; no limit on users/resources. |
| 20 administrators / 50 keys | $12,995 / year | $15,595 / year | |
| 25 administrators / 100 keys | $14,995 / year | $17,995 / year | |
| 50 administrators / 200 keys | $24,995 / year | $29,995 / year | |
| 100 administrators / 300 keys | $36,995 / year | $44,395 / year | |
| 150 administrators / 500 keys | $44,995 / year | $53,995 / year | |
| 200 administrators / 1000 keys | $49,995 / year | $59,995 / year |
Perpetual model - one-time purchase
| Plan (Administrators / Keys) | One-time License fee (Enterprise Edition) | One-time License fee (Enterprise Edition - Multi-language) | Annual maintenance & support fee (Enterprise / Multi-language) | Key features & notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10 administrators / 25 keys | $19,995 | $23,995 | $3,999 / $4,799 | Perpetual license; after initial purchase AMS is payable annually. |
| 20 administrators / 50 keys | $32,495 | $38,995 | $6,499 / $7,799 | |
| 25 administrators / 100 keys | $37,495 | $44,995 | $7,499 / $8,999 | |
| 50 administrators / 200 keys | $62,495 | $74,995 | $12,499 / $14,999 | |
| 100 administrators / 300 keys | $92,495 | $110,995 | $18,499 / $22,199 | |
| 150 administrators / 500 keys | $112,495 | $134,995 | $22,499 / $26,999 | |
| 200 administrators / 1000 keys | $124,995 | $149,995 | $24,999 / $29,999 |
Other licensing notes (from vendor):
- ManageEngine lists a Free Edition (permanently licensed) that allows 1 administrator and up to 10 resources (valid forever).
- ManageEngine offers an Evaluation download/Trial Version (fully functional) that supports up to 5 administrators for 30 days (free trial).
- Subscription model prices are billed annually and include annual maintenance & support. Perpetual licenses are one-time fees; annual maintenance & support is charged thereafter.
Seller details
Zoho Corporation
Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India
1996
Private
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