Security Clearance news

Top Issues in 2016 for Security Clearance Denials
Through the end of November this year the Defense Office of Hearing and Appeals (DOHA) Board held 1,142 hearings for appeals on adverse security clearance determinations, eligibility for placement into public trust position or a Common Access Card denial. For comparison, I included last year’s numbers (through November 2015) in

Alcohol Consumption and Security Clearances
Alcohol consumption is legal (if you are of age) and it is perfectly acceptable and normal in most social settings, right? So why is it a potential issue for those who want or already have a security clearance? Alcohol affects each individual a bit differently, but when someone drinks excessively
Originally published at: Is Using Marijuana While on Medical Leave Allowed? | ClearanceJobs Blog As is evidenced by numerous state laws, the use of marijuana (THC) products for medical use…
Wow. Even though prescribed edibles…he tried smoking it on the side…so that was not prescribed. Interesting
I’ve seen some news stories about prescribing hallucinogens for PTSD and other disorders. Wait til we get to that milestone.
IMA say…no. MJ standards are loosening but not to the point where you go to a legal state and smoke, or medical leave.