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Does not having an Active Security Clearence disqualify you when applying for a position?

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David Ryder Wills Point , TX

Clearance: TS/Expired 1996 SCI/Expired 2016

24 April 2020 1 reply Career Exploration

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Jenna Berkowitz New York , NY

Hi David,

Thank you for your service!

I am not an expert when it comes to Active Security Clearances, but I found this website that may be very helpful. It is an FAQ page about Security Clearances with a long list of specific questions. Check this out! https://www.clearancejobs.com/security-clearance-faqs#17 . You can learn about the requirements for an Active Security Clearance and the process of obtaining one.

In particular, you may want to look at the answer to the question "If I don't have a security clearance, where can I find employers that might be able to sponsor me to receive one?" (under the heading Security Clearance Jobs). This seems like it may be a helpful Internet source and can provide you with answers.

I hope this helps!!

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