Through the Identity and Access Management (IAM) program, departments can create secure web applications with current identity-related data in a single sign-on environment (most commonly by using Shibboleth). This allows departments to authenticate and authorize users and personalize web applications without managing a local password process. Also, it enhances the protection of personal information by reducing the need for maintaining identity-related information in departmental databases. Instead, the Identity and Access Management program stores official identity-related information in a central, highly secure and controlled system called the Global Directory Services (GDS).
Attributes Available
Many attributes or types of personal information are currently available through the Global Directory Services.
Making an Attribute Access Request
The Attribute Access Request (AAR) process outlined below is the method by which departments request the data needed to support their web applications. The process assures appropriate use and protection of the personal information maintained in USC’s Global Directory Service (GDS).
- To initiate the process, departments must complete the Application Data Requirements (ADR) form.
- An Identity and Access Management (IAM) team member will review the ADR form and contact the department representative to schedule a meeting.
- During the meeting, the IAM team member will complete the AAR and determine the next steps for approval.
- When the AAR is approved, it is then forwarded to the IAM-ITS team for implementation. The technical set up of the request takes approximately 2-5 business days.
If additional assistance is needed, please email IAM-admin-l@usc.edu.