Applying for Security Clearance
When applying for security clearance, the first step is to submit an application for security clearance to the Department of Defense (DoD) for review. The individual applying for security clearance should be prepared to divulge both personal and professional information to the DoD. The DoD will review the application for security clearance and decide whether or not the individual is an acceptable security risk. If no unfavorable information arises, the individual will most likely be approved for security clearance.
If when applying for security clearance unfavorable information is uncovered, the individual may be denied security clearance. This information may be discovered either through the course of interviews or investigations or it may be contained in the security clearance application. If the unfavorable information shows evidence of lack of maturity or lack of trustworthiness, the security clearance request may be denied. If the request is denied, the individual will receive a Statement of Reasons (SOR) explaining the rationale for the denial.
Individuals applying for security clearance can contact an experienced attorney for assistance during the security clearance process. The individual may need guidance completing the application or they may need assistance responding to the allegations listed in the SOR. Whatever the need, a qualified and practiced attorney knowledgeable of security clearance guidelines can be of assistance.