Primary definition
Any appropriately cleared individual with a requirement to access an information system (IS) for performing or assisting in a lawful government purpose. Source: DoDD 8570.01 (adapted)
Also known ascleared user · privileged user · approved user · authenticated user · validated user · registered user · IS user
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— Committee on National Security Systems Glossary CNSSI 4009-2015View source
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Any appropriately cleared individual with a requirement to access an information system (IS) for performing or assisting in a lawful government purpose. Source: DoDD 8570.01 (adapted)
Committee on National Security Systems Glossary CNSSI 4009-2015 · 2024
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Election Security Glossary. (2026). Authorized User. In Election Security Glossary. Retrieved August 20, 2026, from https://electionsecurityglossary.com/glossary/authorized-user
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Committee on National Security Systems Glossary CNSSI 4009-2015
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