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IIQ 9.0 Upgrade Readiness: Breaking Down JakartaEE and Application Definition Impacts

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  • Rupal27

    SailPoint

The IdentityIQ platform is evolving to meet the demands of modern identity governance. This technical overview covers the upcoming IdentityIQ 9.0 release (targeted for Q4'2026*), detailing its impact and recommended preparations. Key advancements include a modernized software stack using the JakartaEE specification and a redesigned Application Definition user experience.

*The IdentityIQ release date is tentative, and subject to change.

The SailPoint IdentityIQ team will share all relevant documentation in advance of the upcoming release, giving you time to plan and prepare. If you have any questions, please reach out to your CSM.

What's New in IdentityIQ 9.0?

Get ready for a transformative IdentityIQ 9.0 upgrade designed to enhance user experience and future-proof your identity governance operations.

  1. A modern foundation: Transitioning to JakartaEE
    IdentityIQ is making a significant architectural shift by transitioning from a Java EE application to a JakartaEE application by implementing the JakartaEE 10 specification. This evolution future-proofs the backend infrastructure, enabling support for Tomcat 10.1 and other JakartaEE 10 compatible application servers.

    IdentityIQ 9.0 will require application servers that are fully compatible with JakartaEE 10.​

    To ensure compatibility with IdentityIQ 9.0, your application servers must support JakartaEE 10. Click here to learn more about IdentityIQ’s transition to a JakartaEE application and its impact on your implementation.

  2. Application Definition UI Modernization: Angular 18 Framework
    In addition to backend updates, IdentityIQ 9.0 includes a modernization of the Application Definition UI, moving from the ExtJS (XHTML-based) framework to the Angular 18 (XML-based) framework. This update applies to all natively supported IdentityIQ applications. The objective is to provide a faster, more efficient interface for application onboarding and maintenance.

    Here are the key enhancements you will see in the new UI:
  • Robust Searching : Search by Application Name, Description, and Host using "contains" logic for more flexible results.
  • Expanded Sorting: Now sort by the Name, Type, Modified date range, and Owner columns.
  • Intuitive Filtering: New filters that include an application's Type, Modified Date Range, and Owner to easily find the application(s) you are looking for.
  • Session Persistence: Retain your applied searches and filters during your session, eliminating reapplication when navigating back to a page.
  • Improved validation: Receive more descriptive and immediate validation for incorrect form inputs.

If you manage custom applications not natively supported within IdentityIQ, click here to learn more about the impact of the IdentityIQ 9.0 upgrade and plan your efforts accordingly.

Who Should Be Prepared for IdentityIQ 9.0?

The upcoming changes in IdentityIQ 9.0 are substantial and will impact key operational and development roles. If you hold one of these positions, you should start paying attention to the planned changes

  • IAM administrator: You may need to manage server upgrades and understand the new UI flows.
  • IAM engineers: You will likely lead the effort in updating custom XML-based applications and ensuring integration work with the new Jakarta stack.
  • Upgrade teams: Anyone involved in the technical upgrade process needs to factor in these architectural changes into their project timelines.

Your next steps for a successful IdentityIQ 9.0 upgrade

IdentityIQ 9.0 delivers meaningful advancements to modernize and strengthen your identity governance landscape. To help ensure a smooth and successful upgrade, we encourage you to:

  1. Review your environment: Begin assessing your current IdentityIQ environments for any custom applications, integrations, or plugins that may be impacted by these technology upgrades.
  2. Plan ahead: Start planning your transition strategy for adopting JakartaEE and updating your custom XML-based applications.
  3. Leverage resources: Utilize the upcoming porting guide and reference documentation (which will be shared) to simplify your upgrade efforts.

The SailPoint IdentityIQ team will share all relevant documentation in advance of the upcoming release, giving you time to plan and prepare. If you have any questions, please reach out to your CSM.