Members mlwarriner Posted October 1, 2008 Members Share Posted October 1, 2008 Anybody on here know anything about government/military security clearances? If so, I've got a question or three to ask. Please and thanks. m Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members burdizzos Posted October 1, 2008 Members Share Posted October 1, 2008 I know a little, what are you trying to get? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members rikshaw Posted October 1, 2008 Members Share Posted October 1, 2008 i just went through the process for renewing mine. what are your questions? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members mlwarriner Posted October 1, 2008 Author Members Share Posted October 1, 2008 i'm looking at a DoD job that requires a clearance - not sure how high. i know i used to have one - in the military - not sure how high. do they expire? are they easier to renew than to obtain in the first place? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members burdizzos Posted October 1, 2008 Members Share Posted October 1, 2008 If you previously had one, it is easier to get one, but you'll still have to go through the screening process because your clearance was probably not maintained following your discharge. It really isn't a big deal and it's more work on their end than yours. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members chugheshc2 Posted October 1, 2008 Members Share Posted October 1, 2008 I had one when I worked for a military contractor. Didn't seem like a big deal, cause they went ahead and gave it to me. Maybe they have tightened up since patriot act stuff, but who knows? C. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members t3ch Posted October 1, 2008 Members Share Posted October 1, 2008 I had one when I worked for a military contractor.Didn't seem like a big deal, cause they went ahead and gave it to me.Maybe they have tightened up since patriot act stuff, but who knows?C. It's never been easy to get one; always been a long drawn out process. I had applications for one both before/after 9/11... They seemed to be an equal pain in the ass. Maybe they do more on their end now, but as far as I could tell... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members misterhinkydink Posted October 1, 2008 Members Share Posted October 1, 2008 Like Burdizzos said, if you've already had one it's easier. You still have to do all the paperwork but it's all online now. After you've turned in the paperwork an interim secret can be had within a few days. A tip; make hard copies of all the pages you fill out online in case you have to do it again. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members chunky-b Posted October 1, 2008 Members Share Posted October 1, 2008 The biggest problem with mine was different agencies were supposed to share the forms and applications. One would approve the form and then file it and not send it on to the next step and we had to hound the process to get it through. But I went through in a huge rush job right after 9/11 which kind of bogged down the system. I was not on a priority list, so it took several months and sending duplicate forms, fingerprint cards, etc. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members FromAbove Posted October 1, 2008 Members Share Posted October 1, 2008 I believe they expire (not sure if that's the right word in this case) after three years of not being in a clearance required position. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members Thumper Posted October 1, 2008 Members Share Posted October 1, 2008 If you've ever had a clearance in the past, it should be easier to get a new one. It's more work for the security people than the applicant. The higher the clearance level, the more detailed the background investigation. The levels are essentially Confidential, Secret, Top Secret and Top Secret with specific endorsements for specific projects, programs, or access. Clearances are good for 5 to 7 years IIRC and need to be periodically updated. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members 1tallbassguy Posted October 1, 2008 Members Share Posted October 1, 2008 I have a TWIC card. TSAhttp://www.tsa.gov/index.shtm Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members willsellout Posted October 1, 2008 Members Share Posted October 1, 2008 You will probably need a Secret. As long as you don't have any felonies and don't have ties to drug dealers in another country, it should take a couple months. It's a fairly simple process. You fill out an SF86, which can be done online. You have to fill out info for the past 7 years in most cases; where you lived, jobs held, schools, etc. You'll also need to provide several references that aren't relatives. Get all that ready now, it's a pain. And like soemone suggested, make copies of everything for future use. Dan Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members Ender_rpm Posted October 1, 2008 Members Share Posted October 1, 2008 Just finished my 5 year periodic review. Thankfully, I haven't had to be poly'd yet. I hear they are a biotch. The process is all online, just make ure you have good records re: where you lived, worked, and who you knew. they go back 10 years, or to your 18th birthday, whichever is shorter. And they WILL call the people you put down, so make sure their info is up to date, and you don't owe them money Secret investigations are good for 10 years, TS or higher 5 years. They go inactive after 2 years of non use, so even if you are within the 10 yea window, but haven't used it in several years, you have to go through it again. If you want more specific info, PM me Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members mlwarriner Posted October 1, 2008 Author Members Share Posted October 1, 2008 all of this may or may not matter, since i'm really not qualified for the posting. but i figure i've got nothing to lose. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members Ender_rpm Posted October 1, 2008 Members Share Posted October 1, 2008 Big question- Is the clearance part of the "applicant must have" or the "will obtain for qualified individual"? As a contractor, you gotta have the clearance, but if its an actual GS/gubmit job, they may get it for you. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members Pickdust Posted October 1, 2008 Members Share Posted October 1, 2008 PM me and I'll answer any of your questions. PD Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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