Introduction to Security Clearances
What is security clearance and how can it help you? Get the details in this FAQ.
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What Is a Background Investigation?
Here's some common questions about the background investigation process, and their answers.
Security Clearances and Drug Use
Cleared personnel are held to a higher standard than other Americans who have not assumed the same privileges and obligations...
Obtaining a Security Clearance
You may think that you can just apply for the clearance and in no time the job will be yours, but the process isn't quite tha...
Inactive/Lapsed Security Clearance
Clearance becomes inactive once your service ends.
Clearance Self-Reporting: General Requirements
Security clearance holders must keep their security office informed about anything that might impact their security eligibili...
Security Clearance and Periodic Reinvestigations
Depending upon the level of access required, individuals holding security clearances are subject to periodic reinvestigations...
Security Clearances and Security Violations
A security violation or infraction is any breach of security regulations, requirements, procedures or guidelines.
Glossary of Security Clearance Terms
Obtaining a security clearance is only part of getting a job in certain industries, but it never hurts to know the lingo.
The Security Clearance Advantage
One of the most valuable qualifications that a transitioning servicemember can bring to the table is active security clearanc...
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