How can I get USAccess?
How can I get USAccess?
In order to enroll for or activate a USAccess credential, applicants make an appointment to visit a USAccess credentialing center using the USAccess Assured Identity Scheduler. Additionally, this information is applicable to credential holders who need to update their certificates on their active credential.
How do I check the status of my PIV card?
at 202-606-2007 or the Boyers Personnel Security Group at 724-794-1256 to determine your PIV card status.
Where can I get a PIV card?
To Request a Card at HCHB: Contracting Officer Representatives (CORs) may request a PIV or Facility Access Card (FAC) ID card for contractors through the PIV process by submitting a request to [email protected] . The Security Service Center will contact the COR/contractor to complete the enrollment process.
What is the difference between CAC and PIV cards?
A common access card (CAC) includes a picture used for identification and can also be used as a smart card. While not included in the answers, a personal identity verification (PIV) card also includes a picture and can be used as a smart card.
Who needs a PIV card?
Who gets a PIV Card? All BIE federal employees (Title 5 & Title 25) are required to have an active PIV Card. In addition, contractors may occasionally require a PIV Card on a case-by-case basis. If you have a contractor who may require a card, contact your servicing Personnel Security Specialist.
What is the usaccess program and what does it do?
The USAccess Program simplifies the process of procuring and maintaining PIV compliant credentials, while meeting HSPD-12 milestones for issuing the credentials. GSA has developed a complete end-to-end service to issue fully compliant identity credentials to government employees and contractors.
What kind of credentials can I get with usaccess?
Participating agencies can issue HSPD-12 approved credentials (access cards) to employees and contractors. Credentials may be known as PIV, CAC, LincPass, Smart Card, or something else, depending on your agency. Get started with USAccess.
Who is the MSO for the usaccess program?
The GSA HSPD-12 Managed Service Office (MSO) established the USAccess program as an efficient way for Federal agencies to issue common HSPD-12 approved credentials to their employees and contractors.
How to schedule an appointment for a usaccess credential?
The GSA Online Scheduling System is a publicly accessible web site that is used to schedule and manage appointments at USAccess Centers. Applicants will receive the link to the GSA Online Scheduling System in the emails that are sent to them as part of the credentialing process and update process. Access the Assured Identity Scheduler website.