Security Clearance news

Clearance Applicant Overcomes Failure to File Taxes for Multiple Years in Appeal
A recent Department of Energy (DOE) Office of Hearing and Appeals case involved a DOE contractor who had failed to file his federal and state tax returns from 2017 to 2022. He was initially denied security clearance eligibility based on financial concerns and subsequently appealed the decision. Here are the highlights of

Interviewing Witnesses at a Security Clearance Denial Appeal Hearing
During a security clearance denial appeal hearing the applicant is allowed to question witnesses, both their own and the Department counsel’s. Prehearing guidance will be provided regarding procedures. The Administrative Judge does not swear in applicants or other witnesses but does remind all parties of the fact it is a criminal offense
Yeah exactly what’s your take on this? Are certain analysts or operations roles a go and then admin types of roles are basically on pause? I wish I had more…
I’m a Meade candidate and my April polygraph was canceled due to the hiring freeze.
I have also heard it’s a ■■■■ show there… truly hoping they get it sorted immediately. Insane to mess with such an important mission set..cool with a reorg and great…
@RandomMan let us know if you hear any updates this week!