This solutions brief explains how to apply zero standing privilege (ZSP) consistently across Windows and Linux/UNIX systems. This is especially important when it comes to cloud Transformation projects, as they are focusing the spotlight on the increasing data security challenges of hybrid, cloud, and multi-cloud workload deployments. While many native Windows tools exist to help, this solutions brief discusses why a comprehensive PAM solution that address both Windows and *NIX under one roof has many advantages improving security, productivity, compliance, and cost reduction.