Atlassian Guard implementation for IT and security teams on Atlassian Cloud

Set up Guard Standard or Premium, connect your identity provider, and roll out clear security policies with less risk.

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Atlassian Guard Implementation backed by certifications

Recognition and expertise:
Double Platinum Partner (Solution and Marketplace)
Finalist for Atlassian Partner of the Year 2024–2025 (Emerging Markets)
Extensive experience with Jira, Confluence, Jira Service Management, and Assets
50+ Atlassian-certified professionals across all key products
Comprehensive support ecosystem:
Full-service offering covering audits, licensing, implementations, migrations, integrations, and custom app development
22,500+ app installations on the Atlassian Marketplace
More than 11 million end users supported globally

tasks we can help you with

Real-world Guard scenarios we cover

Implement SSO and MFA across Atlassian Cloud
Design and configure single sign-on and multi-factor authentication using Atlassian Guard and your identity provider.
Plan and run a safe rollout so users keep access to Jira, Confluence, and other tools without lockouts.
Automate user lifecycle and group management
Set up automated provisioning, group sync, and deprovisioning based on your HR or identity system.
Reduce manual admin work and access errors when people join, move teams, or leave the company.
Roll out data loss prevention controls in Guard Premium
Classify which projects, spaces, and products hold sensitive data, then map them to Guard policies.
Configure rules for exports, public links, and unmanaged devices to reduce accidental data leaks.
Detect and investigate suspicious activity faster
Configure detection rules, alert channels, and SIEM/chat integrations your security team already uses.
Give security and IT a clear view of risky behavior in Atlassian Cloud and a faster way to respond.
Prepare Atlassian Cloud for audits and compliance
Align Guard settings with your internal standards and frameworks like ISO, SOC 2, and GDPR.
Document who has access to what, why, and how changes were approved so you’re ready for audit questions.
Enable secure external collaboration
Define allowed domains, partners, and contractors, and how their accounts are managed.
Apply the right limits to sharing and access so work moves forward without exposing too much data.

What you get from Atlassian Guard implementation

Impact on your Atlassian Cloud

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Centralized control over Atlassian access and policies

One place to manage login, provisioning, and security policies for all Atlassian Cloud products. Less confusion between IT, security, and product owners about who owns which settings.
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Lower risk of data leaks from Atlassian Cloud

Guard policies tuned to your real data and workflows, not default settings. Fewer open-to-the-world projects or spaces and less chance of oversharing.
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Faster, cleaner onboarding and offboarding

New hires get the right access on day one with less manual work. Leavers lose access quickly, reducing orphaned accounts and leftover rights.
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Better visibility for security and compliance teams

Clear event logs, alerts, and dashboards showing what’s happening inside Atlassian. Easier investigations because access history and policy changes are traceable.
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Documented guardrails and runbooks for admins

Written guides, diagrams, and checklists explain how Guard is set up and how to change it safely. Less dependence on a single hero admin and smoother handovers.
Clear process
How we roll out Atlassian Guard
Discovery & security baseline
  • Review your Atlassian Cloud org, identity provider, current policies, and any open security or audit issues.
  • Collect what we need from you: admin access, architecture diagrams, and existing security standards.
Guard architecture & policy design
  • Design how users, groups, domains, and products map into Guard and which policies apply where.
  • Produce a clear target architecture, rollout plan, and risk/impact summary that stakeholders can sign off.
Configure Guard & integrations
  • Configure Atlassian Guard (Standard and Premium if licensed), connect your IdP, and set up provisioning and detection rules.
  • Integrate alerts and logs with your SIEM and collaboration tools, and align changes with your change-management process.
Pilot, hardening & rollout
  • Run a controlled pilot with selected teams, gather feedback, and tune Guard settings to remove friction.
  • Plan and execute the wider rollout, including user communication, support handling, and a rollback path if needed.
Knowledge transfer & handover
  • Train admins, security, and support teams on how to use Guard, adjust policies, and handle incidents.
  • Hand over documentation, runbooks, and a list of recommended next improvements or health checks

Get a rollout plan for Atlassian Guard

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FAQ about Atlassian Guard

  • What is Atlassian Guard and when do we need it?

    Atlassian Guard is Atlassian’s security and access control layer for Cloud products. It’s needed when you want centralised identity management, stronger access controls, audit visibility, and consistent security policies across Jira, Confluence, and other Atlassian tools.

  • Do you implement both Guard Standard and Guard Premium?

    Yes. We implement Guard Standard and Guard Premium, depending on your licensing and security requirements. Premium is typically used when you need data loss prevention, advanced detection, and audit-focused controls.

  • Can you connect Atlassian Guard to our identity provider?

    Yes. We integrate Guard with your existing identity provider (IdP) such as Azure AD, Okta, or other SAML-based systems. This includes SSO, MFA, group sync, and automated provisioning and deprovisioning.

  • How do you avoid user lockouts during the rollout?

    We design a phased rollout with pilot groups, fallback access, and validation steps. This ensures users keep access to Jira, Confluence, and other tools while security policies are introduced safely.

  • Does Atlassian Guard support compliance requirements like ISO, SOC 2, or GDPR?

    Yes. Guard helps support compliance by providing clear access controls, audit logs, and documented policies. We align the configuration with your internal standards and external frameworks such as ISO, SOC 2, and GDPR.

  • Can we control access for external users and partners?

    Yes. We configure domain allowlists, external user rules, and sharing limits so contractors and partners can collaborate securely without exposing sensitive data.

  • Do you integrate Guard with SIEM or monitoring tools?

    Yes. We integrate Guard alerts and logs with your SIEM or security monitoring tools, as well as chat tools used by IT and security teams, to support faster detection and response.

  • Do you have security/compliance documentation we can use for vendor due diligence (audits, certifications, privacy)?

    Yes. Deviniti’s Trust Center provides downloadable security and compliance documentation for vendor due diligence, including:

    • ISO/IEC 27001 certificate (ISMS)
    • ISO/IEC 27017 certificate (cloud security controls guidance)
    • SOC 2 Type 1 report
    • Privacy & Security Overview
    • CAIQ Lite – Apps (Cloud Security Alliance questionnaire)
    • Cloud Hosting Locations & Data Residency Options
    • Information Security Policy (AUP)

    For GDPR due diligence, Deviniti provides a Data Processing Agreement (DPA) under GDPR Article 28. As a general rule, personal data processing takes place within the EU/EEA. Where international transfers are necessary, Deviniti uses lawful transfer mechanisms (e.g., EU adequacy decisions and Standard Contractual Clauses) with additional safeguards. For products that support it, you can also choose service delivery exclusively via infrastructure located in the EEA.