Trends in Background Issues of Applicants for Access to Classified Information

Abstract

Before an employee of the Department of Defense is allowed access to classified information, a background investigation is conducted by the Defense Investigative Service (DIS). The purpose of the investigation is to determine whether issues related to loyalty, reliability, and trustworthiness are present in the person's background. Two major background areas of concern are general suitability issues and loyalty issues. Suitability issues are alcohol use, drug use, criminal conduct, financial responsibility, emotional/mental issues, sexual misconduct and falsification. Loyalty issues are allegiance to the United States, foreign connection, and foreign preferences. A third area, security incidents, is concerned with responsibility for handling classified information.

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Document Details

Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
Jan 01, 1999
Accession Number
ADA363988

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  • Ralph M. Carney

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  • Human Systems

DTIC Thesaurus Topics

  • Age Groups
  • Clearances
  • Contractors
  • Criminals
  • Databases
  • Department Of Defense
  • Frequency
  • Internet
  • Military Personnel
  • Reliability
  • Security
  • United States

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