Monday, September 29, 2008

What is a security clearance?

A security clearance is a status granted to individuals allowing them access to classified information (i.e. national or state secrets).

The term "security clearance " can also be used in private organizations that have a formal process to veteran employees for access to sensitive information.

Your rank, position, or security clearance does not guarantee you access to classified material. Only having a legitimate "Needs to Know."

An organization must make the determination that a cleared individual needs to know access information or material.

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