In last month’s broadcast, John Bradley posted a reminder that the time for switching from ZIP code to PIN to logon to the USPS web site is rapidly approaching. When we checked on how many of our members have selected a security question, we found that only 2% had done so. Given the fact that so few have taken the necessary steps to improve the security of our logon system, we have decided to do the following:
1. Delay the transition.
2. Implement a two tier security system.
a. Logon with ZIP code and you have minimal access
b. Logon with PIN and you have full access.
3. Provide a simple mechanism for obtaining and changing your PIN.
4. Spreading the word.
5. Turning the new system on following the Fall Governing Board.
It is most important that those who need access to the data we are trying to protect, have selected a security question and switched to using the PIN to logon. The leadership of USPS is doing somewhat better than the general membership, but still has a ways to go.
| Rank | Security Question |
| Bridge | 100% |
| R/C | 32% |
| D/C | 21% |
| Stf/C | 19% |
| Cdr | 11% |
| Total | 15% |
To improve the logon security of our system, we need the help of our leadership. The national bridge has committed to PIN logon and the entire bridge has selected their security question. We would like to see 100% for all of these ranks. Visit the Information Center http://www.usps.org/national/tools and select “Manage Your Security Information”.
Once our leaders find out how easy it is, we would like for them to help us spread the word to their committees, districts, and squadrons.
Can we count on you?
