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DCSA Seeks Ways to Use Artificial Intelligence in Background Investigations
The Defense Counterintelligence and Security Agency (DCSA) is moving forward with plans to incorporate artificial intelligence (AI) into the background investigation and security vetting process. The agency has already awarded contracts under blanket purchase agreements and continues to seek private-sector expertise to help develop AI-powered capabilities. According to DCSA officials,
Lying About Military Discharge 28 Years Later Comes Back to Bite Applicant
Another Defense Office of Hearing and Appeals (DOHA) case where you just shake your head and wonder “what was he thinking?” The applicant was initially denied a security clearance by the Department of War based on concerns regarding his finances and personal conduct. At the DOHA appeal, he managed to
ha! I just got rid of a case where I found out the subject is currently incarcerated for aggravated assault. no wonder why he wasn’t calling me back.
exactly. RSI’s are not a bad idea in theory, but the way they are executing them is beyond ridiculous. I also had one where we had to discuss an arrest…
FWIW FSO’s do not get notifications when an RSI pops up on one of our employees. I see them in DISS profiles but only if I’m checking for something else…
Maybe send out a blanket statement that if you work here, break the law, don’t pay your bills, have unreported foreign activities/contacts/travel, etc. etc. etc., expect a phone call to…