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 UC Cyber Security Awareness Fundamentals 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?
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)
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.
- Check your training status
- Complete your Cybersecurity Awareness training to stay connected and compliant.
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
- Web portal: support.ucsd.edu/its
- Email: support@ucsd.edu
- Phone: (858) 246-4357
Health Service Desk
- Web portal: 3help.ucsd.edu
- Email: 3help@health.ucsd.edu
- Phone: (619) 543-4357
Frequenty Asked Questions
General
What does the SSO Training Intercept look like?
From 14 days before due date to 30 days past due:
If training is over 30 days past due:
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.