Role Based Access Control

What is Role Based Access Control?

Role-Based Access Control is a security approach that restricts system access based on user roles within an organization rather than individual identities. Users are assigned roles reflecting their job functions, and each role has predefined permissions determining which data, features, and actions are accessible.

For example, an accountant role might access financial records but not employee salary details, while an HR manager accesses personnel information but not accounting data. RBAC simplifies permission management, enhances security, ensures appropriate access levels, supports compliance requirements, and reduces administrative overhead.

Modern business systems implement RBAC to protect sensitive information, maintain audit trails, and ensure users access only information necessary for their responsibilities.