In today's complex, high-tech world, more than ever - people matter. - Secretary Mabus

           

On 30 September, 2015, the U.S. Office of Personnel Management began sending letters of notification to current and former Service Members, civilian employees and others impacted by the OPM data breach. Don't assume you are not affected just because you have not yet received a letter.  This process will take a considerable amount of time to complete.  Stay vigilant and take advantage of the tools provided within this site to protect your private information.

Earlier this year, the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) became aware of unprecedented compromises to government employee personal data. OPM, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) and the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) continue to investigate the extent of these intrusions. Additionally, OPM confirmed an incident affecting background investigation records of current, former, and prospective federal employees, military members, and contractors. While the spectrum of risk to affected individuals is also not fully known, it is reasonable to assume it includes identity theft at a minimum. Timely and accurate information will be posted as it becomes available on this website. DON leaders will also communicate with you through a variety of channels.

New Cybersecurity Resource Launches NEW 01 December 2015 - OPM has established a verification center to help individuals who have had their information stolen in the malicious cyber intrusion carried out against the Federal Government. This verification center will help those who believe their data may have been taken but have not received a notification letter from the government. The center will also assist individuals who have received a letter letting them know they were impacted by the background investigation records intrusion, but who have lost the PIN code that allows them to sign up for the free services that the Federal Government is providing....

OPM, DoD Announce Identity Theft Protection and Credit Monitoring Contract 01 September 2015 - The U.S. Office of Personnel Management (OPM) and the U.S. Department of Defense (DoD) today announced the award of a contract for identity theft protection services for 21.5 million individuals whose personal information was stolen in one of the largest cybercrimes ever carried out against the United States Government. These services will be provided at no cost to the victims whose sensitive information, including Social Security numbers, were compromised in the cyber incident involving background investigations...

OPM Online Cybersecurity Incident Resource Center Offers information regarding the OPM incidents as well as directs individuals to materials, training, and useful information on best practices to secure data, protect against identity theft, and stay safe online. This resource site will be regularly updated with the most recent information about both the personnel records and background investigation incidents, responses to frequently asked questions, and tools that can help guard against emerging cyber threats...