Security & Risk Teams2026-10-16T14:10:07+02:00

For security & risk teams

Know the risk before you give access.

The people you give access to sensitive information, assets and responsibilities can represent a significant organisational risk — whether they are employees, contractors or external partners. Aequivalent helps security, risk and compliance teams identify potential risks and verify critical information through structured background screening, documented processes and secure Swiss-based technology.

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ISO 27001

certified

Swiss

data hosting

FADP & GDPR

fully compliant

300’000+

checks delivered

97%

verification rate

The risks that security & risk
teams face every day

When the stakes are high, reliable information is essential to assess exposure
and know who you can trust.

Insider threats often
remain hidden

Not every risk appears in a candidate interview or a contractor proposal. Conflicts of interest, criminal records, financial concerns and reputational risks can remain undiscovered without structured screening.

Critical roles require
deeper due diligence

The higher the level of access, responsibility or exposure, the more important it is to verify the information behind the person. Sensitive roles may require enhanced screening beyond standard identity and employment checks.

Risk doesn’t stop
when someone joins

A person’s circumstances can change after hiring, while external partners may also present risks through continued access to your organisation. For sensitive roles, in-employment screening and periodic re-screening can provide an additional layer of ongoing risk management.

Sensitive data needs
to stay under control

Background screening involves highly sensitive personal information. Our platform is ISO 27001 certified and FADP & GDPR compliant, with data securely processed and hosted in Switzerland and retained only for maximum 90 days.

Be ready when
audits come

When screening supports your risk and compliance framework, you need more than a result. You need a documented record of the checks performed, information verified and results obtained.

International backgrounds
add complexity

Candidates may have lived, studied or worked in several countries. Verifying foreign employment, criminal records, sanctions lists and other information requires access to the right sources across jurisdictions.

Put due diligence into practice
from day one

Apply a consistent, risk-based screening process across employees, contractors and external partners, from defining the right level of due diligence to reviewing findings and maintaining a documented record.

  • 1
    Define your risk framework
    Set the appropriate level of screening based on the role, responsibilities, level of access and risk profile — from essential checks to enhanced due diligence.
  • 2
    Select and initiate the right checks
    Run standard screening programmes, select individual checks or build a tailored combination with our Programme Builder. Aequivalent manages the full screening process, obtains the consent from people being screened and collects the necessary information.
  • 3
    Verify critical information
    Checks are performed against relevant original sources, including former employers, educational institutions, official registers and authorities.
  • 4
    Review flagged results and maintain a clear record
    Track screening progress in real time and review available findings. Documented results provide a clear basis for risk assessment and support audit-ready due diligence.
Security and risk professionals conducting due diligence and reviewing screening information

Essential checks for security professionals

Choose the checks that match the risk profile of each role, from identity and criminal records to conflicts of interest.
Go deeper where access, responsibility or exposure demands it.

  • Identity verification
    Confirm a person’s identity and ensure they are who they claim to be.
  • Conflicts of interest
    Identify potential conflicts involving the person and your organisation.
  • Criminal records
    Check for relevant criminal records in Switzerland and internationally.
  • Work experience
    Confirm employment history, roles and dates with former employers.
  • Financial integrity
    Assess financial integrity through Swiss and international checks.
  • Internet profile
    Review public online information for inconsistencies and reputational risks.

…and many more!

Why security & risk teams
choose Aequivalent

Risk-based screening

Match the depth of due diligence to the role, level of access and specific risk profile.

Audit-ready documentation

Keep a clear record of the screening process, including the checks performed, information verified and results obtained, supporting audits and internal risk reviews.

Verification with original sources

Go beyond database searches. Relevant information is verified directly with employers, educational institutions, official registers and authorities.

Sanctions screening

Screen against international sanctions lists and watchlists, with continuous monitoring available to support ongoing risk management.

ISO 27001 certification & Swiss data hosting

Sensitive screening data is securely processed and hosted in Switzerland on an ISO 27001:2022-certified platform.

Screening beyond employment

Extend due diligence to employees, contractors and external partners — before access is granted and, where appropriate, throughout the relationship.

Frequently asked questions (FAQ)

What you need to know about screenings for Security and Risk Teams.

Can we tailor screenings to our internal risk policies?2026-10-08T07:51:02+02:00

Yes. Aequivalent allows you to create customised screening programmes based on your internal policies, the role, level of access, business unit or regulatory requirements.

Can we screen existing employees?2026-10-08T07:52:46+02:00

Yes. In addition to Pre-Employment Checks, Aequivalent offers In-Employment Checks, also known as Re-Checks, which can be conducted during employment where appropriate.

Can Aequivalent conduct international checks?2026-10-08T07:53:38+02:00

Yes. Aequivalent supports international screening, with the checks available depending on the country, type of verification and applicable legal requirements.

Can contractors and external partners be screened?2026-10-08T07:54:12+02:00

Yes. You can screen contractors, consultants and other external partners who have access to sensitive information, systems, assets or facilities. The screening scope can be tailored to their role, responsibilities and risk profile.

How is sensitive screening data protected?2026-10-08T07:58:24+02:00

Aequivalent is ISO 27001:2022 certified and securely hosts screening data on Swiss servers. Our processes are designed to meet Swiss data protection requirements and GDPR requirements where applicable.

Can security, risk and compliance teams use Aequivalent alongside HR?2026-10-08T07:59:10+02:00

Of course. Aequivalent provides a central digital platform where authorised users can manage and review screening according to their responsibilities and access rights.

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Ready to strengthen your approach to people risk?

Don’t leave critical people-related risks to assumptions. Verify the people who have access to sensitive information, assets and responsibilities, and make better-informed decisions through structured, documented background screening.

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