Introduction: Whit in cybersecurity, the evolving nature of threats demands equally dynamic and robust defences. One strategy that has risen to prominence, especially in the wake of increased remote work and digital transformation, is the Zero Trust model. Unlike traditional security frameworks that operate on the assumption that everything inside an organization's network should be trusted, Zero Trust operates on a fundamental principle: "Never trust, always verify." High-Risk Insiders and Motivations: There has been a marked increase in concern for malicious insiders, rising from 60% in 2019 to 74% in 2024 , indicating a heightened awareness or experience of intentional insider attacks (Securonix (2024)). Zero Trust is not merely a set of technologies but a comprehensive approach to network security that significantly changes how organisations protect their critical systems and data. It involves rigorous identity verification, extensive use of encryption and