The ClearanceJobsBlog is a forum where clearance seekers can ask the cleared community for advice on their specific security concerns. Along with ClearanceJobs staff, leaders in this space can read and discuss the government security clearance process, policy updates, the SF-86, how to get a security clearance job, and background investigations issues.
‘Ask CJ’ is a weekly column exploring some of the questions that are posted anonymously on the ClearanceJobs Blog forum. As we close out 2022 and begin to consider what security clearance stories we’ll read in 2023, today we highlight the top three most read ‘Ask CJ’ articles this year.
Will a Massage Turned Prostitution Event Have a Happy Ending for this Clearance Applicant?
JohnnyDoe writes: During the pandemic, I went to a massage parlor for prostitution twice in the recent year but stopped. I don’t know how much of an issue it is if I only ever went twice in my entire life during a time everyone has been isolated for a quite a while. I have never engaged in prostitution before, nor do I find myself doing so in the future. My college doctor knows as well as only one close friend. This happened in California. How much of an issue is this when it comes to blackmail? And will this negate me from having a security clearance especially for the polygraph test.
Read the full article here.
Time to Wait after DUI/DWI to Apply for Security Clearance Required Postions
This subscriber to the ClearanceJobsBlog was interested in turning a new leaf:
I recently completed all court requirements for a DUI conviction (last year), and I am considering US government positions that require either Secret or Top Secret clearances. With no other blemishes (criminal, financial, behavior, etc) how long after completing court DUI requirements do I need to wait before I can obtain a Secret Clearance? 5years? 7years? And for a TS clearance, is it 10 years?
Read the full article here.
Can I Have Two CAC’s at Once?
One ClearanceJobsBlog subscriber writes:
Does anyone have experience with or know of a contractor supporting work at two (2) separate agencies (e.g., Marine Corp and Air Force) at the same clearance level? This is work as a Contractor, not a government employee (civilian). All work would be completed under one company. Hoping to be able to use separate CACs with separate contractor emails and access.
Read the full article here.
Whatever 2023 brings, know that ClearanceJobsBlog will remain a key source for information about the security clearance process and the best place to bring your security clearance career or background investigation questions.
