Advanced access control hardware and software designed to meet the latest Federal Identity, Credential, and Access Management (FICAM) requirements.

Homeland Security Presidential Directive 12 (HSPD-12) mandated the establishment of a standard for the identification of Federal Government employees and contractors. HSPD-12 requires the use of a common identification credential for both logical and physical access to federally controlled facilities and information systems. The Department of Commerce and NIST were tasked with producing a standard for secure and reliable forms of identification.

In response, NIST published Federal Information Processing Standard Publication 201 (FIPS 201), Personal Identity Verification (PIV) of Federal Employees and Contractors, and a number of special publications that provide more details on the implementation of the standard. Since publication of FIPS 201, federal agencies and enterprises have implemented FIPS 201-compliant ID programs and have issued PIV cards. The FIPS 201 PIV card is a smart card with both contact and contactless interfaces that is now being issued for all federal employees and contractors.

Convergint and LenelS2 work together to provide the OnGuard® access control system, continuing the ongoing commitment to finding new and better ways to facilitate data optimization and enhance security and business operations, while meeting compliance standards of federal regulations. Incorporating responsive technology, the OnGuard system delivers an array of functionality, while also accommodating future enhancements.

An advanced, integrated solution for the U.S. Federal Government

LenelS2’s OnGuard solution is one of many FICAM-compliant solutions that Convergint offers. With industry-leading experts, Convergint’s federal team of certified system engineer ICAM PACS and certified smart card industry professionals support agencies in the planning, designing, deployment, and servicing of FIPS 201-compliant ID programs.

Compliant

The OnGuard access control platform is constantly evolving to meet the changing mandates and guidelines defined by the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) FIPS 201.

Comprehensive

The FICAM-compliant OnGuard security management solution includes OnGuard software, LenelS2™ access and door controllers, FICAM validation software, and high assurance readers.

Customizable architecture for new and existing systems

The OnGuard solution provides multiple options for system setup, including new installations as well as add-on authentication models for existing systems.

Onboard authentication using LenelS2 X-Series controller

This solution leverages the HID® pivCLASS® solution by using pivCLASS Embedded Authentication directly in the LenelS2 Intelligent System Controller to perform the Public Key Infrastructure (PKI) validation at time of access through the reader. With this solution, no separate pivCLASS Authentication Module (PAM) is required, simplifying installation, reducing the hardware footprint, and lowering overall costs. With the embedded authentication solution, a total of sixteen FICAM-authenticating readers are supported.

Authentication using HID PAM and any LenelS2 Intelligent System Controller

The LenelS2 PAM-based solution utilizes OnGuard system version 7.3 and greater with the HID pivCLASS® validation solution for enrollment, managed certificates, and validating credentials at the door. This solution relies on use of the pivCLASS Authentication Module (PAM) to perform the PKI validation at time of access through the reader. Through the use of the PAM device, this solution can be added to existing OnGuard system installations without the need to replace any controller hardware.

EntryPoint™ onboard authentication using LenelS2 X-Series controller

The LenelS2 APL-listed option with EntryPoint authentication from Technology Industries provides a rich set of alternatives for FICAM compliance. Using the LenelS2 X-Series intelligent system controller and personalized authenticating readers, it provides another FICAM authentication solution paired with the OnGuard system to perform the PKI validation at time of access through the reader. With the EntryPoint authentication engine running on the LenelS2 controller, this solution supports sixteen FICAM readers that can be connected. The OnGuard system can support registration of the cardholder using the EntryPoint Slammer application offering a simplified enrollment interface for FICAM credentials.

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Convergint, partnered with LenelS2, has the expertise needed to deploy a compliant, scalable access control system to keep government agencies safe, secure, and operating smoothly. Click the button below to contact Convergint’s federal team of security experts today to learn more, or email the team directly at [email protected].

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