We dive into recent changes in personnel vetting policies and terminology outlined by the Performance Accountability Council Program Management Office (PAC PMO) on this week’s Ask Lindy. The latest quarterly update highlights the shift toward Trusted Workforce 2.0, a significant initiative aimed at modernizing the security clearance process.
A key element in this update is the release of the Personnel Vetting Management Standards (PVMS), which provides a revised framework for clearance terminology and procedures. PVMS introduces updated definitions and scenarios that security officers and clearance holders should familiarize themselves with, especially as these changes are expected to guide agency training and policy adjustments.
The PVMS outlines the transition from five security clearance tiers to three: low, moderate, and high risk, each with its own reporting requirements for security clearance holders. The document also emphasizes the importance of continuous vetting—replacing the outdated term “continuous evaluation”—and self-reporting across sensitivity levels, crucial for maintaining ongoing trustworthiness in cleared roles.
For further information, ClearanceJobs encourages security professionals and clearance holders to explore these updates on the PAC PMO Trusted Workforce 2.0 site. These resources provide valuable insights into how policy changes will impact security programs and inform the day-to-day responsibilities of clearance holders and security officers.
