Division of Personnel Security and Access Control (DPSAC)

To prepare for your DPSAC appointment, please see the Approved Identifications Document to know what IDs are accepted to make your visit smoother. It is recommended to arrive at least 30 minutes earlier onto campus to go through security screening. Please visit our Contact page for more information on each of our DPSAC offices.

All NIH ID badge holders must review our Badge Maintenance Checklist and may visit our Badge Services page to read up on important information on possessing a government PIV credential and tips on badge maintenance to have smooth access. If this is your first time receiving an NIH ID badge, contact the NIH IT Service Desk to set up your user account and to get you logged into your computer after receiving your badge.

About the Division of Personnel Security and Access Control

DPSAC's core mission is to ensure the NIH workforce is comprised of suitable federal employees, contractors and affiliates who promote the efficiency and integrity of the NIH Mission and Service. DPSAC is charged with prescreening employment applications, verifying personal identity, processing Background Investigation requests, authorizing facility access, issuing badges and conducting suitability adjudications for the NIH workforce.

How can we help you today?

I am an Applicant/Current Employee

Know Before You Go

Understand what background investigations are, why we do what we do, and how to prepare for your DPSAC visit

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DPSAC Process Overview

Step-by-step process to ensure a smooth timeline in getting your badge

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Services

Learn about the different services offered throughout the DPSAC process overview

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All About e-App

Get all your questions answered as you go through this required background investigation form

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I am an Administrator

Onboarding New Staff

As you begin your role, understand what background investigations and security clearances are and help prepare applicants for their visit

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DPSAC Process Overview

Step-by-step process to ensure a smooth timeline for the applicant

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Understanding DPSAC Services

Learn about the different services offered throughout the DPSAC process overview

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Training, Resources and Forms for Current Staff

Training, Resources & Forms for Current Staff

Info provided to help administrators prepare for processes needed by applicants/employees

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The NIH Division of Personnel Security and Access Control provides NIH central services that are integral to the NIH research.

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