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Nisos Launches Cutting-Edge Identity Integrity Solution

In a move aimed at revolutionizing the hiring process, Nisos, a leader in human risk management solutions based in Arlington, Virginia, has unveiled its latest module, Identity Integrity. This innovative addition to the Ascend™ platform is designed specifically for organizations that need to verify the identities of job candidates swiftly and accurately, especially in today's landscape where identity fraud is rampant.

The Growing Challenge of Identity Verification

With the rise of remote work and increasingly sophisticated methods of identity fraud, confirming a person's true identity has emerged as a paramount concern for employers. Traditional verification methods often rely solely on validating documents or available database records, which do not necessarily guarantee that the information belongs to the individual presenting it. For every legitimate document, there is the potential for fraud, and distinguishing between the two can be a daunting task for businesses.

Introducing Identity Integrity

Identity Integrity bridges this substantial gap by providing organizations with a powerful on-demand capability that cross-references existing information about an individual against various independent sources. This includes public records, breach data, investigation databases, and digital footprints. In just a matter of minutes, it generates an Identity Integrity Report, pinpointing inconsistencies or potential red flags that require further investigation.

According to Ryan LaSalle, CEO of Nisos, “Organizations have spent years honing their ability to verify documents. However, the more critical question is whether those documents genuinely pertain to the individual in question.” With Identity Integrity, organizations can leverage state-of-the-art intelligence techniques to discern and establish confidence before granting access to candidates.

Beyond Simple Document Verification

What sets Identity Integrity apart from traditional verification methods is its ability to identify whether an individual's identity and history align across multiple available pieces of evidence. This encompasses an individual’s name, email address, phone number, professional profiles, and more. A notable absence of expected information can serve as an indicator for deeper investigation. For instance, a highly qualified individual lacking a digital history warrants a closer look as this could imply the use of a synthetic identity.

Identity Integrity is designed to complement existing verification and background-check processes rather than replace them. It offers organizations insight into risk signals and provides evidence supporting those signals, giving employers the autonomy to make informed decisions.

Comprehensive Identity Assurance Throughout Employment Lifecycle

Accessible exclusively via the Ascend platform, Identity Integrity is built for use at various points in the employee lifecycle:

• - Pre-Hire Review: This tool allows teams to validate a candidate’s identity during the hiring process, flagging potential synthetic identities or discrepancies in their employment history early on.
• - Employee Investigations: In situations where concerns arise about an existing employee’s identity or credentials, Identity Integrity can swiftly assess the situation.
• - Identity Assurance at Scale: Post security incidents—such as suspected nation-state breaches—organizations can deploy Identity Integrity to evaluate sensitive groups, flagging individuals whose data raises alarm bells.

The reports generated by Identity Integrity yield a comprehensive score indicating discrepancies, along with detailed evidence supporting the findings. With these insights, organizations can determine whether to continue with a candidate, investigate further, or escalate to a specialized analysis.

Merging Intelligence with Technology

By incorporating the strengths of intelligence tradecraft into the Ascend platform, Identity Integrity enhances Nisos' ability to deliver powerful human risk management solutions. It empowers organizations to conduct thorough risk assessments while monitoring for potential human-driven threats.