Navigating the Personnel Security System (PSS) for Newcomers Video 2

Summary

The video script outlines the onboarding process for new employees, emphasizing the security procedure. It starts with an email from a security specialist, instructing you to log into a secure system to submit personal information and initial security forms. After successful document intake, you're notified and guided to enroll for a U.S. access badge for EPA. Finally, an 'Equal Invite' email initiates your background check. The script assures a step-by-step secure and efficient onboarding experience, welcoming you to the EPA team.

Takeaways

• 📧 Receive an email from a security specialist to begin the onboarding process.
• 🔒 The point of contact is listed in the video description for any security-related inquiries.
• 📝 Log into the secure Personnel Security system to provide personal information and complete initial security forms.
• 📑 Scan and attach the forms as instructed to proceed to the next step.
• 💾 Check spam and junk folders if the initial email is not received, and contact the specialist if necessary.
• 🗂 Upon completion, you will be notified that your intake documents are successfully completed.
• 🔍 You may be contacted if there are questions or concerns regarding the information provided.
• 🆔 Within a day, receive an email to enroll for a U.S access badge for EPA, following the provided instructions.
• 📧 Check your spam and junk folders if the badge enrollment email is not received.
• 🔎 EPA will initiate a background investigation, as indicated by an 'equal invite' email from the EPA Personnel Security Branch.
• 🎉 The EPA team is excited to have you join and encourages prompt completion of the required forms.

Q & A

What is the first step in the security onboarding process?

The first step begins when you receive an email from a security specialist instructing you to log into the secure Personnel Security system to provide personal information and complete initial security forms.

Where can I find the point of contact for the security process?

The point of contact is listed in the description below the video.

What should I do if I don't receive the email from the security specialist?

Check your spam and junk folders. If the email is still not found, reach out to the security specialist listed in the video description.

What happens after I complete and submit the initial security forms?

You will be notified that your intake documents were successfully completed. You may be contacted if there are any questions or concerns regarding the information provided.

How will I know that I can proceed to step two of the process?

You will receive an email within a day of completing the forms, informing you that you have been sponsored for a badge.

What is the purpose of the U.S access badge for EPA mentioned in the script?

The U.S access badge for EPA is required for enrollment and is part of the security clearance process.

What should I do if I don't receive the email about enrolling for a U.S access badge?

Check your spam and junk folders. If the email is not there, it may be necessary to follow up with the security office.

What is the subject line of the email that initiates the background investigation?

The subject line of the email is 'Equal Invite'.

Who sends the 'Equal Invite' email for initiating the background investigation?

The EPA Personnel Security Branch sends the 'Equal Invite' email.

What does the term 'intake documents' refer to in the script?

Intake documents refer to the initial security forms and personal information provided by the individual as part of the onboarding process.

How can the new joiners demonstrate their eagerness to join the EPA team?

By completing the required forms as soon as possible, as indicated in the script.