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    Sf-86

    The Standard Form (SF) 86, Questionnaire for National Security Positions, is the form that is used by military personnel, government contractors, and government employees to apply for Security Clearance.

    Moving a Lot with a Clearance? Here’s How the SF-86 Really Sees It

    Give Thanks for Your Security Clearance This Season And Watch That You Don’t Lose It

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