Know Your Employee (KYE)
Know Your Employee (KYE) applies identity verification and screening to staff and contractors, confirming who is being hired and given access to systems, and re-checking them over time.
Why it matters
Insider risk, credential fraud and sanctions exposure do not stop at customers. Regulated firms and critical-infrastructure operators are expected to know their workforce as well.
How it works
- Verify identity documents and match the person biometrically at hiring.
- Screen against sanctions, PEP and adverse media.
- Re-authenticate biometrically for sensitive system access.
- Re-verify on a schedule or when roles change.
Common challenges
- Remote hiring across borders.
- Contractor and gig workforces with high turnover.
- Balancing thoroughness with candidate experience.
How IDWise supports this
IDWise addresses this within the Continuous Trust Platform through the following modules, configured per market, product line and risk tier.
Frequently asked questions
How does KYE differ from KYC?
Same techniques, applied to employees and contractors rather than customers, often with role-based depth.
Is KYE a regulatory requirement?
It is required or strongly expected in financial services, aviation, healthcare and critical infrastructure in many jurisdictions.
Can KYE be automated?
Yes; the same verification journeys used for customers can be configured for hiring and access.
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