Conduct a background investigation on every contingent worker or privileged visitor before requesting Intel access (US services minimum: criminal history check covering 7 years felony, 5 years misdemeanor, nationwide crosscheck, SSN trace); retain proof of screening for the assignment's duration — Intel may audit.

When it applies

Suppliers whose workers need unescorted access to Intel sites or network.

Evidence you'd show

Attestation

How often

Whenever something changes

If it isn't met

Access denied; audit finding.