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Most of the time when someone is denied security clearance eligibility it is cut and dry as to the reason why and there really is no way to mitigate the issues. There are, however, certain situations where an applicant who was denied security clearance eligibility should consult with a legal

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Security Clearance Process

A recent announcement published by the Defense Counterintelligence and Security Agency (DCSA) reflects changes that will affect all DoD contractors regarding having to submit their SF-86 (soon to be PVQ) updates for periodic reinvestigations. This updated guidance aligns with policy guidance military and government civilian personnel are already following. The

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Past Security Clearance Posts

Security Clearance Process

The Defense Counterintelligence and Security Agency (DCSA) is expanding Rap Back enrollment to the broader industry population—not just clearance holders—following the successful completion of a…
Security Clearance Process

The Defense Counterintelligence and Security Agency (DCSA) released a new public-facing interface called the Individual Engagement Platform (IEP) with the intent to improve transparency and…
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Security Clearance Denial

I ran across one of the more colorful Defense Office of Hearing and Appeals cases in which the applicant, a defense contractor and retired USAF…