How to become a SIRN Programmer ***
Due to a change in the criminal history and background investigation procedures, programmer applications are on hold until a new procedure is developed and published. Any application submitted in March 2025 or older has been processed under the previous procedure and no additional work is required.
Check back on this page frequently for updates and additional information. Send any questions to swic@wv.gov.
* * * Programming status should not be assumed * * *
Related Documentation
SIRN Channel Table (Updated January 2019)
SIRN Encryption Reference Table (Updated January 2019)
SIRN Agency Point of Contacts (Updated November 14, 2024)
List of Approved SIRN Programmers (Updated October 31, 2025)
List of Approved SIRN Programmer Instructors (Updated October 31, 2025)