Secure Passwordless Single Sign-On Tutorial

Presented by:

• Armand Blankenship
• Role: Change Management Director in Information Technology

Introduction

• Introduction to the new secure passwordless My AAMU Single Sign-On.
• Portal for accessing student and faculty resources.

Step 1: Downloading the Octopus Authenticator App

• Purpose: Enables secure, passwordless login.
• Action:
  • Download the Octopus Authenticator App on your smartphone.
  • Available on the App Store (iOS) and Google Play (Android).

Step 2: Enrolling Your Device

• Purpose: Register your device for login approval.
• Enrollment Code:
  • Sent via email (personal, school, or work).
  • Email titled: "Welcome to the New AAMU Passwordless My AAMU SSO."

Enrollment Options:

1. Via Hyperlink:

   • Suitable if accessing the email on a mobile phone.
   • Click "Click here to enroll" link.
   • Redirects to app download depending on your device (iOS or Android).

2. Via QR Code:

   • For most users.
   • Scan QR code using Octopus Authenticator App.
   • Steps:
     • Open the app and allow notifications.
     • Add your account by scanning QR code.
     • Confirm successful account addition.

Step 3: Logging into My AAMU Single Sign-On Portal

• Access the Portal:
  • Go to the university website: www.aamu.edu.
  • Click on "My AAMU" in the right-hand corner.

Login Process:

• Enter Username: yourfirstname.lastname
• Authentication Type:
  • Octopus Authenticator selected automatically.
  • Sends approval to your smartphone.
• Approval Process:
  • Approve login request on your phone.
  • Security feature required (fingerprint, face scan, or pin code).

Conclusion

• Successful login opens the single sign-on desktop portal.
• Encouragement for use during college career.

Closing Remarks

• Expresses thanks for attention and participation.
• Anticipation for future tutorials.