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User Management and Permissions

Learn how to add team members, configure user roles, and manage permissions across your organization. This guide covers everything from inviting your first user to setting up complex permission structures.

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Kumo Security Team

Understanding User Roles

Super Admin

Full platform access and management

HR Manager

Employee management and payroll access

Hiring Manager

Recruitment and candidate management

Manager

Team management and performance reviews

Employee

Self-service access to personal information

Adding Team Members

Invitation Process

1

Navigate to User Management

Go to Settings → Users & Permissions in the main navigation

2

Click "Invite User"

Enter email address, select role, and add a personal message

3

User Receives Invitation

They'll receive an email with setup instructions and a secure link

Security Best Practices

  • Always use the principle of least privilege when assigning roles
  • Enable two-factor authentication for all admin users
  • Regularly review and audit user permissions
  • Remove access immediately when team members leave

Advanced Permission Management

Custom Roles

Create custom roles with specific permissions tailored to your organization's needs.

  • • Mix and match permissions from different modules
  • • Set view-only vs. edit permissions
  • • Control access to sensitive data like salary information
  • • Create department-specific roles

Bulk Management

Manage multiple users efficiently with bulk operations and CSV imports.

  • • Bulk invite users via CSV upload
  • • Mass role changes and permission updates
  • • Automated role assignment based on department
  • • Bulk deactivation for offboarding

User Management Set Up!

Your team is now ready to collaborate. Here's what to do next: