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It's time to review/renew our WG Charter. Yehoshua and I have refined the front sections of the charter and have started to adjust it in light of Kantara US seeing accreditation under ISO 17065. No major changes - just trying to set IAWG up for success particularly during the development of next-generation assessment criteria.
*Purpose & Scope:*
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The Identity Assurance Work Group (IAWG) supports Kantara in developing and maintaining assessable identity assurance criteria for the Kantara US Identity Assurance Program and other relevant frameworks. | ||
IAWG ensures that criteria define measurable methods for compliance rather than restating requirements. | ||
The workgroup provides subject matter expertise to Kantara, advises the Assurance Review Board (ARB), and facilitates discussions on identity proofing, authentication, and assurance. | ||
IAWG's focus is on defining certification criteria that align with the specific functions organizations perform within identity proofing and authentication. | ||
The workgroup remains technology- and vendor-agnostic while emphasizing strategic and policy-oriented assurance practices. |
*RESPONSIBILITIES:* Responsibilities:
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Assist Kantara in developing and evolving identity assurance criteria that support certification of specific identity proofing and authentication functions. |
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Ensure that criteria are assessable and define how compliance must be demonstrated. |
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Provide expert input on identity assurance policies, standards, and interoperability with other assurance schemes. |
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Advise Kantara leadership and the ARB on assurance-related topics. |
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Engage with other Kantara groups to align identity assurance efforts with broader industry needs. |
Notes 2025-02-06:
[edited 2025-02-11]
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