Career guides
Clear answers for your cleared career.
Understand the requirements, prepare your application, and find your next role in Colorado.
Getting started
What is a security clearance?I need the basics Security clearance levels explainedI need to compare requirements What is TS/SCI clearance?A posting requires TS/SCI Public Trust vs. security clearanceA job says Public Trust How to get a security clearance for a jobI do not have an active clearance How much does a security clearance cost?I was asked to pay a fee Do you need U.S. citizenship for a clearance?I need to check citizenship rules CI vs. full-scope polygraphA posting names a polygraph
Finding your next role
The application process
How to fill out the SF-86 in eAppI received an eApp invitation How far back does a clearance background check go?I need to understand the lookback Security clearance interview: what to expectAn investigator contacted me How long does a security clearance take?My case has started What is an interim security clearance?I am waiting on an interim decision
Managing your clearance
Common concerns
Security clearances, foreign contacts, and travelI have foreign contacts or travel Mental health and security clearancesI have a mental-health concern Criminal records and security clearancesI have an arrest or criminal record Marijuana use and security clearances in ColoradoI am concerned about past use What disqualifies you from a security clearance?I have an eligibility concern Security clearance denial and appeal processI received an adverse notice Security clearances, debt, credit, and bankruptcyI am worried about my finances
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