What is the difference between the existing VA ID badge process and new HSPD-12 PIV badge process?
• Standardized identity proofing and registration procedures will be required throughout the VA, and across the Federal government. An individual is issued a credential only after presenting two identity source documents, at least one of which is a valid Federal or State government issued picture ID. • In order to receive a PIV card, individuals must have a successfully completed Special Agency Check (SAC) on file and a National Agency Check with Written Inquiries (NACI) or higher level investigation as required by the job description, initiated at a minimum. • Three separate individuals serving in PIV Administrative Roles (Sponsor, Registrar, and Issuer) are required in order to create a PIV card, therefore eliminating the possibility of a single corrupt official in the process from issuing a credential with a fraudulent identity or to a person not entitled to the credential. • Only appointed, trained, and certified personnel may issue a credential.
