How do I know if my clearance is still active?

SPC Chelsea Fernandez — Mon, 27 Aug 2018 17:27:53 -0400

I am trying to apply for an account with Clearance jobs and I have to ask a verification question and one of them ask do I have an active clearance. I don't won't to perjury myself or set myself up for failure.

Response by PO1 Rick Serviss made Aug 27 at 2018 6:18 PM

PO1 Rick Serviss — Mon, 27 Aug 2018 18:18:38 -0400

If you never submitted an SF 86 then you were never applied for a Clearance and the answer is no. If you were approved for a Clearance and it was revoked, you would have been notified. You will always have an opportunity to explain your answers during an interview. Answer all questions truthfully.

Response by MSgt Steven Holt, NRP, CCEMT-P made Aug 27 at 2018 9:01 PM

MSgt Steven Holt, NRP, CCEMT-P — Mon, 27 Aug 2018 21:01:39 -0400

Rule of Thumb: Active clearances (and access) are usually a local unit/function/assignment activity and handled by your local security office. If you've been read out of access, then your clearance is still valid, just inactive.

Special Security Background Investigations (SSBI) are only good for five years. If it's been longer than that since your last update, most likely your clearance has been invalidated. Easy enough to re-accomplish but your new employer will be responsible for the cost of the SSBI update.

Response by MSG Private RallyPoint Member made Aug 27 at 2018 9:37 PM

MSG Private RallyPoint Member — Mon, 27 Aug 2018 21:37:25 -0400

Contact your Security Manager. They will know

Response by SGT Private RallyPoint Member made Aug 27 at 2018 11:22 PM

SGT Private RallyPoint Member — Mon, 27 Aug 2018 23:22:36 -0400

Did you have a clearance of any level for your MOS? You could always contact a colleague with JPAS access and have them look you up. Takes about 30 seconds.