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JPAS/JAMS Virtual Training for Security Professionals PS124.06

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Description: This course is an overview of the Joint Personnel Adjudication System (JPAS) and a detailed explanation of its subsystem, the Joint Adjudication Management System (JAMS), which is used extensively by the Department of Defense (DoD) Central Adjudication Facilities (CAFs) to record eligibility determinations and command access decisions. The course includes demonstrations with knowledge checks and practical exercises. Participants complete tasks in a virtual JPAS environment and navigate various windows and practice specific actions to perform desired functions.

Length: 8 hours

Target Audience: DoD civilian, military, and contractor personnel who perform adjudicative functions in support of the DoD Personnel Security Program.

Clearance Requirement: None

Prerequisites: None

Requirements: N/A

Number of Students Per Course: N/A

System Requirements: Internet Explorer browser version 5.5 or higher with Java and JavaScript enabled and Internet connection; Port 8080 (HTTP Alt) must be open for outbound Internet traffic for the student's computer.

Credit Recommendation: N/A

Notes: The Defense Security Service provides the JPAS application for use by all Services and agencies throughout DoD. JPAS functionality is designed to complement the Department's Personnel Security Program. Users should direct questions of policy to their personnel security program authority or contact their JPAS Program Functional Manager.

CDSE courses are intended for use by Department of Defense and other U.S. Government personnel and contractors within the National Industrial Security Program.