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Single Sign-On Intercept for Cybersecurity Training

Find out more about the single sign-on login intercept and Active Directory system access.

UC San Diego has implemented the Secure Connect program to protect the safety and security of UC Systems. As part of Secure Connect, we are implementing a single sign-on (SSO) training intercept that will prompt users to complete their mandatory cybersecurity training in order maintain system access.

Starting April 14, 2025, all faculty, staff, and student employees will begin seeing the training intercept screen upon Active Directory login if their Cybersecurity Awareness training is approaching its due date or is past due. Users will be redirected to this screen upon login until training is completed.

What will happen?

Before due: screen shot

14 days before due date to 30 days past due:

You will receive a notification that your cybersecurity training is due as well as two links:

  • Go to UC Learning (complete training)
  • Go to Application (continue system log in)
30 days after due: screenshot

Training is more than 30 days past due:

You will receive a lockout notification and a link to

  • Go to UC Learning

Your system access will be disabled until you go to UC Learning and complete the overdue cybersecurity training.

 

Important Note for Health Science Users

Access to clinical applications will not be impacted unless using campus Single Sign-On.

What You Need To Do

Empower yourself with the knowledge to keep our campus secure. Completing your Cybersecurity Awareness training ensures continued access to university systems and strengthens our shared security posture.

Why This Matters: A Shared Responsibility

UC San Diego is a leader in research, innovation, and education. Cybersecurity is a shared responsibility, and by ensuring Cybersecurity Awareness training completion for 100% of faculty, staff and student employees, we:

  • Comply with UC-wide cybersecurity policies
  • Strengthen the security posture of UC San Diego
  • Add to our collective knowledge base and shared vocabulary

Need Help?

Campus Service Desk

Health Service Desk


Frequenty Asked Questions

General

What does the SSO Training Intercept look like?

From 14 days before due date to 30 days past due:

Intercept before due: 2 buttons

If training is over 30 days past due:

Intercept after due: 1 button

Are there any exceptions to the SSO Training Intercept to ensure critical functions are not disrupted?

Campus: Yes, there is only one exception:

  • UC Learning Center: Ensures users can complete required training without being blocked by the intercept.

Health: Yes, there are two exceptions to the SSO Training Intercept to ensure critical functions are not disrupted:

  • iReport: Allows users to report patient safety issues without interruption.
  • UC Learning Center: Ensures users can complete required training without being blocked by the intercept.

Will access to Microsoft 365 services be restricted if training is overdue?

Campus: No, access to Microsoft 365 services will not be impacted by the SSO Training Intercept.

Health: No, access to Microsoft 365 services will not be impacted by the SSO Training Intercept.

What should I expect going forward now that the SSO Training Intercept has been implemented?

As part of the Secure Connect Program, Cybersecurity Awareness training is more than just a requirement - it is the foundation of a shared language that strengthens our collective ability to recognize, prevent, and respond to security threats. By completing training, you contribute to a more resilient and security-conscious campus community. Cybersecurity Awareness training completion will be enforced year-round.

To support your success:

  • Proactive campus single sign-on reminders will guide you to complete training before it expires, helping you stay compliant and avoid disruptions.

Health

Will access to Epic be restricted if training is overdue?

No, access to Epic will not be impacted by the SSO Training Intercept.

Will access to iReport be restricted if training is overdue?

No, access to iReport will not be impacted by the SSO Training Intercept.