Mar 15, 2023 @ 2:37 PM EDT | Global, United States
From 10:20 a.m. to 2:15 p.m. ET on Wednesday, March 15, 2023, our E-Verify services were unavailable due to technical issues with our provider. As of 2:15 p.m. ET, our E-Verify provider has fully-restored their system and services, and you are now able to create and manage E-Verify cases.
As a reminder, E-Verify cases must be created no later than the third business day after the employee starts work for pay. Thank you for your patience.
Mar 15, 2023 @ 10:42 AM EDT | United States
Starting Wednesday, March 15, 2023, our E-Verify provider has confirmed that their services are not currently available due to technical difficulties. As a result, Sterling clients will not be able to take action on E-Verify cases. We apologize for the inconvenience and will share updates as they become available.
Feb 27, 2023 @ 6:09 PM EST | United States
On Monday, February 27, 2023 at approximately 2:30 p.m. ET, we started having reports of a drug and health screening issue where site search for some clinic locations were not being returned. As of 6:00 p.m. ET, the clinic site search issue has been resolved and we will continue to monitor. We apologize for any inconvenience.
Feb 27, 2023 @ 5:18 PM EST | United States
On Monday, February 27, 2023 at approximately 2:30 p.m. ET, we have reports of a drug and health screening issue where site searches for some clinic locations are not being returned. We are actively working to address the issue and apologize for any inconvenience caused. We will supply updates as we learn more. Thank you for your patience.
Feb 27, 2023 @ 3:52 PM EST | Global, United States
At Sterling, we believe everyone has the right to feel safe. We continuously monitor for cyber threats and other vulnerabilities to ensure we provide the foundation of safety and trust you need to hire with confidence.
As part of our security monitoring program, we have become aware of the potential for email-based phishing attacks using email addresses that are similar to Sterling’s.
Rest assured, Sterling has taken all possible actions to block or reclaim these email addresses, but we need your help to stay ahead of potential threats.
How to recognize phishing
Please consider the following actions to ensure that your account and your email communications with Sterling remain secure:
- If you receive an email from Sterling: please ensure that it is coming from Sterling’s authorized email domain such as sterlingcheck.com, sterlingts.com, talentwise.com, sterlingcheck.app and sterlingdirect.com. If there’s any variation such as Sterlingdirect[.]co, Sterlingdirect[.]cm, Sterling-direct[.]com, Sterlingdirect[.]net, please be aware that these do not belong to us.
- Just recently Sterling was made aware of: several email domains that could be used in phishing campaigns, specifically fcasupportsterlingcheck[.]com, fcsupportsterlingcheck[.]com, sterlingchck[.]com and shoppersupportsterlingcheck[.]com
- If an email is requesting sensitive information: please do not click on links in the email. Sterling will never send you an email requesting that you change your password (unless you click “forgot password” link) or verify your account. Instead, visit our websites directly using known bookmarks or links, such as https://www.sterlingcheck.com/login/. Most importantly, before entering your username and password, verify that the site is correct and matches your expectations.
How to report phishing
If you question the validity of a message that appears to be from us, please contact your dedicated Sterling Client Success representative or Client Support.
While we can’t prevent all activities that may occur using fraudulent addresses, we can minimize risk, together. Thank you for your continued partnership.
Feb 1, 2023 @ 2:51 PM EST | United States
The Social Security Administration (SSA) will be conducting upcoming system maintenance on its Consent Based Social Security Number Verification (CBSV) service. Please note the CBSV service will be unavailable during the following three scheduled maintenance windows:
- Friday, February 3 at 11:00 p.m. ET until 6:00 a.m. ET on Monday, February 6, 2023
- Friday, February 10 at 11:00 p.m. ET until 6:00 a.m. ET on Monday, February 13, 2023
- Friday, February 17 at 11:00 p.m. ET until 6:00 a.m. ET on Tuesday, February 21, 2023
We will be monitoring their progress so that we can process your requests as soon as we are able. Thank you in advance for your patience.