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NHIMG is a leading authority in non-human identity management, providing education, research, and advisory services to help organizations govern and secure NHIs and AI agents.
Non-Human Identity Management Group (NHIMG) is a leading authority focused on governance, risk management and security of non-human identities, including AI agents. It provides education, research, and advisory services, a knowledge centre, breach analyses, and market insights to help organizations govern NHIs across cloud and enterprise environments and secure machine identities, service accounts and API tokens.
#1 Authority in NHI Education, Research and Advisory, empowering organizations to tackle the critical risks posed by Non-Human Identities (NHIs), including AI Agents.
What we offer
NHI Foundation Level Training Course
Gain essential skills in managing Non-Human Identities with the only CPD-accredited training program.
nhimg.org/nhi-trainingNHI Knowledge Centre
Empowers organizations with critical insights on Non-Human Identity security.
nhimg.org/knowledge-centreNHI Advisory & Consultancy
Expert Consultation for Mitigating Non-Human Identity Risks.
nhimg.org/servicesStrategic Market Intelligence
Empower organizations to make informed decisions about NHI solutions through expert market insights.
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Market size by segment
Growth potential (CAGR)
Non-human identity governance
Capabilities to develop and implement governance, risk and compliance frameworks, risk assessments, architecture and remediation for machine and non-human identities across cloud and enterprise environments.
Identity security training and certification
Accredited training and professional development focused on securing and managing non-human identities and AI agents, including CPD-accredited coursework and instructor-led modules.
Market intelligence and vendor selection
Market analysis, product guides, vendor assessments and RFP guidance and execution to inform procurement and selection of non-human identity technologies.
Research and knowledge base
Centralized research, breach analyses, educational content, community forums and webinars that provide operational and strategic guidance on non-human identity security.
More information about our offering
NHI Foundation Level Training Course
The NHI Foundation Level Training Course is the most comprehensive and only CPD-accredited program in the industry, focused on understanding, governing, managing, and securing Non-Human Identities (NHIs), including AI Agents. It is aimed at professionals new to identity security and those seeking to deepen their expertise. The course is delivered by Lalit Choda, an industry expert with over 20 years of experience, featuring modules covering essential topics such as NHI security risks, lifecycle management, and best practices.
- Earn CPD CreditsParticipants receive CPD credits upon completion, validating their professional development in NHI management.
- Learn from the BestParticipants benefit from the extensive experience and insights of an industry leader, ensuring high-quality training.
- Master NHI ConceptsThe course prepares attendees with practical insights and robust knowledge to address NHI challenges proficiently.
- Engage with ModulesUtilizes a blend of interactive components to reinforce learning outcomes and improve retention.
NHI Knowledge Centre
Premier resource hub for Non-Human Identity security, offering articles, research, breaches analyses, discussions, podcasts, videos, polls, FAQs, glossary, and a community forum.
- Comprehensive Resource HubExplore a wide range of resources tailored to address the complexities of managing non-human identities.
- Access Cutting-Edge ResearchLeverage extensive research to inform decision-making and strategy development in non-human identity management.
- Enhance UnderstandingAccess informative multimedia content to deepen understanding of non-human identity issues and strategies for management.
- Foster Community EngagementConnect with professionals to discuss non-human identity challenges and solutions, sharing insights and experiences.
NHI Advisory & Consultancy
Independent guidance and hands-on support for managing Non-Human Identities, including risk assessments, strategy and architecture, governance, and compliance remediation.
- Implement Robust Governance FrameworksEstablish strong governance structures that enhance overall NHI security and regulatory compliance.
- Prioritize Risk ReductionFocus resources and strategies on areas with the highest potential risk impact to maximize security.
- Support During Compliance CrisesProvide immediate assistance to recover from compliance breaches, ensuring swift restoration of security measures.
- Evaluate Security PostureComprehensively assess your organization’s current NHI security effectiveness and readiness.
- Define Resilient NHI StrategyCraft effective strategies that align with best practices for managing non-human identities.
- Build Strong Business CasesEnsure that investments in NHI risk mitigation are justified with clear rationale for stakeholders.
- Identify Regulatory GapsPinpoint regulatory vulnerabilities in your organization’s NHI practices and propose effective solutions.
- Enhance NHI UnderstandingEquip teams with knowledge on NHI security through structured training programs and workshops.
- Gain Market InsightsAccess critical information on trends affecting NHI security to inform strategic decision-making.
Strategic Market Intelligence
Market insights to help select the right NHI solutions, including market analysis, product guides, vendor assessments, and RFP guidance and execution.
- Offers Detailed AssessmentsExplore strengths and limitations of various solutions to select the optimal fit for your needs.
- Identifies Optimal ProvidersAssess and compare different vendors to support strategic technology investment decisions.
- Provides Timely InsightsGain up-to-date information on market dynamics and threats, enabling proactive decision-making.
- Streamlines Vendor SelectionFacilitates a structured approach to selecting the best vendors based on RFP responses.
- Enhances Proposal QualityEnsure clarity and alignment with business needs, improving vendor engagement.
References
Methodology and sourcing behind the figures shown above.
Non-human identity governance
Synthesis of specialist NHI market reports and industry commentary in the search results. Multiple market reports place 2025–2026 market size between roughly USD 4.5B and USD 12.2B, with several independent forecasts clustering around ~USD 10.8–11.0B in 2025. CAGR forecasts vary (11.7%–23.2%); the median of the published forecasts and recent specialist reports is ~21.7% CAGR, indicating high growth potential driven by cloud workloads, API proliferation, secrets management, and AI agent expansion.
- The global machine identity management market, valued at $1.2B in 2021, is projected to reach $2.4B by 2027 (CAGR: 12.25%).
- The global non-human identity (NHI) access management market size reached USD 10.94 billion in 2025 and is expected to hit USD 29.61 billion in 2034, growing at a CAGR of 11.70%.
- Global Non-Human Identity Management Market was valued at USD 4.5 billion in 2026 and is projected to reach USD 29.4 billion by 2035, growing at a CAGR of 23.2%.
- Non-Human Identity (NHI) Management Market was valued at USD 10.84 Billion in 2025 and is expected to reach USD 70.63 Billion by 2035, growing at a CAGR of 21.65%.
- Market Size (2026) USD 8.22 Billion; Market Size (2031) USD 22.94 Billion; Growth Rate (2026 - 2031) 22.78%.
Identity security training and certification
Used the provided security training, awareness, and certification market reports to bound the addressable market (multi-billion USD range). Identity security training for non‑human identities/AI agents is a niche subsegment of those markets; assuming a 1–3% share of the broader training+certification market yields an estimated market size ≈ $0.2B. Growth potential is set above the general training/certification CAGRs (12–17%) because of rapid adoption of AI, machine identities, and rising regulatory/insurance pressure for machine-identity controls—hence an estimated CAGR ~18%.
- Market Size (2025) USD 1.86 Billion; Market Size (2030) USD 2.71 Billion; Growth Rate (2025 - 2030) 7.80%.
- Cybersecurity Certification market projected from USD 3,987.6 million in 2024 to USD 8,033.5 million by 2030 at a CAGR of 12.4%.
- Global Cybersecurity Awareness Training market size reached USD 2.5 billion in 2024, with a projected CAGR of 13.2% through 2033.
- Cyber Security Training Market Size accounted for USD 4.1 Billion in 2022 and projected to reach USD 19.2 Billion by 2032 at a CAGR of 17.1%.
Market intelligence and vendor selection
Estimated by using available market-intelligence/sales-intelligence benchmarks (Mordor Intelligence: ~USD 5B sales-intelligence market in 2026) and big-data analytics growth context (Valona citing $1.1T big-data analytics by 2032 at ~14.5% CAGR). The "market intelligence and vendor selection" niche for non-human identity technologies is a specialist vertical of broader MI platforms and services; assuming it represents a small share (roughly 5–7%) of the broader MI/sales-intelligence software and services market yields an estimated ~USD 0.3B addressable market today. Growth potential is aligned with comparable intelligence markets, so a near-term CAGR around 12% is used as a conservative projection.
Research and knowledge base
Estimated by mapping the specified niche (research/knowledge base for non-human identity security) to the broader knowledge-base/knowledge-management software markets reported in the search results. BusinessResearchInsights places global knowledge base software at ~USD 2.02B (2025); broader knowledge-management reports show market sizes of USD 13–15B (2025) with CAGRs ~16–18%. Given the niche security-focused research content and community/educational services is a small subset of knowledge-base deployments, I assume an addressable share of roughly 5–10% of the knowledge-base software market and use the midpoint (~7.5%), yielding ~USD 0.15B. Growth potential is aligned with KM/knowledge-base CAGRs and elevated demand for security and AI-enabled content, so I estimate a CAGR slightly above the base knowledge-base figures (~18%).
- The global Knowledge Base Software Market is projected at approximately USD 2.02 billion in 2025... advancing at a CAGR of about 16%.
- The Knowledge Management Software Market reached an estimated USD 14.56 billion in 2025... registering a CAGR of 16.92%.
- The knowledge management market size is expected to grow from USD 13.70 billion in 2025... forecast to reach USD 37.64 billion by 2031 at 18.34% CAGR.