If you are denied a security clearance, one of the elements you should absolutely include in your response is a letter of reference from someone who can speak to your character.

Dual citizenship poses specific challenges in the security clearance background investigation process.

The new clearance data system, the Defense Information System for Security (DISS) is ready for roll-out and will soon replace the Joint Personnel Adjudication System (JPAS).

Lying on your clearance application can earn you fines of up to $10,000 and/or imprisonment up to five years–and what else?

The credit report run on a federal background investigation is more in-depth than the one you can pull for free. Here are the things adjudicators look for on a credit report.

Facing unpredictable security clearance adjudication times? You’re not alone. Grumblings from both security officers and candidates indicate some cases are moving through painfully slow.

Get information on in-depth classified and non-classified threat assessments through these defense security service reports.

The Director if National Intelligence issued new polygraph policy including procedures for reporting adverse information.

Security clearance holders have new reason to be wary of what they do online – commercial enterprises are gathering up your personal information and selling it to the highest bidder.

Your position designation will determine the type of investigation required. The position designation is based on risk and sensitivity levels.