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 CLEARANCE COMPLIANCE RECRUITMENT PROGRAM (CCRP) America's #1 Minority Security Compliance Program!

Are you interested in participating in our Security Clearance Compliance Program?


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The Thurgood Marshall College Fund (TMCF) Clearance Compliance Program is a pro-active and comprehensive security clearance career preparedness program, designed to enhance student interest in careers that require security clearances. Students participating in this program will:

  • Thoroughly explore the myriad of career options available to them, where security clearance is mandatory
  • Attend interviewing workshops that prepare them for the rigors of a security clearance interview
  • Learn how to "Remain Clearance Compliant"

 

To many students, obtaining a security clearance might seem like a scary and unattainable goal. Others may be unaware of the amazing opportunities available to students who are able to obtain this clearance. This program is designed to educate students regarding security clearances and the process required to obtain a clearance. Through workshops and discussions students will gain a better understanding of their likelihood of passing a security clearance check and what behaviors to avoid so that they can remain compliant.

This program will also give government agencies and corporate partners access to candidates who have been pre-screened and have a high probability of obtaining a security clearance. Our partners will receive advanced and continual access to students, throughout their academic progression.

 

 

ABOUT THE TMCF SECURITY COMPLIANCE PROGRAM
How Will TMCF Maintain a Compliant Program? - Students will be pre-screened annually for this and required to attend the requisite workshops before they will be presented to participating government agencies and corporations for potential employment opportunities. Additionally, TMCF will also host security clearance compliance annual events, regional, and conference workshops.
Student Qualifications - Students interested in applying for this program must meet the following criteria:

  • Must be a U.S. Citizen
  • All grade classifications are eligible to apply
  • Cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher
  • Excellent Communication and Strong Presentation Skills
  • Exemplary Leadership Ability
  • Interested in positions within government agencies or corporations that require security clearance. 

 

 

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is a Security Clearance?

  • A security clearance is a determination by the United States government that a person or company is eligible for access to classified information.
  • There are two types of clearances:

Personnel Security Clearances (PCL) are for people.
Facility Security Clearance (FCL) are for companies.

Government agencies that issue clearances often refer to clearances as "eligibility for access."

 

Why is a Security Clearance necessary?

Any person who has worked or will work for an organization that requires access to restricted information more than likely has or will need a security clearance.

The largest source of individuals with security clearances is the military population. Once this group finishes their military career, the majority pack up their uniform and security clearance to look for a civilian job. These jobs generally require background checks due to the sensitive nature of the materials the individual handles on a daily basis - this is where the former military member's clearance becomes a valuable commodity.

The importance of a security clearance does not stop with defense contractors. The medical, telecommunications, education and financial fields (to name a few) have an increasing number of jobs where company information needs to be guarded and HR managers seek out individuals with current security clearances.

 

What kinds of companies have positions that might require Security Clearance?

ADECCO GOVERNMENT SOLUTIONS 
APEX SYSTEMS 
AT&T GOVERNMENT SOLUTIONS 
CIA
DOE
DOS 
FBI 
NSA
(GOVERNMENT RELATED JOBS)


For more information about jobs that require (http://www.clearancejobs.com).  

 

What can obtaining security clearance do for my career?

Experts project that a security clearance can increase your salary anywhere from $5,000 to $15,000, and in some cases, even more. Former military personnel who have security clearances are very appealing to employers. In addition to the thorough government background check that has already been completed, these prospective employees are disciplined, dependable and have strong leadership skills - priceless attributes in today's market, and should generally pass through any corporate background checks easily.

 

What are the criteria to apply for a Security Clearance?

There are three main phases to receiving a security clearance:

  1. Application Process - This involves verification of: 
    • U.S. citizenship
    • fingerprinting
    • completion of the Personnel Security Questionnaire (SF-86).

* For detailed application procedures, see Security Clearance Requirements.

  1. Background Check - The second phase involves the actual investigation of your background. Most of the background check is conducted by the Defense Security Service (DSS).
  1. Adjudication Phase - The final phase is the adjudication phase
    • The results from the investigative phase are reviewed.
    • The information that has been gathered is evaluated based on thirteen factors determined by the Department of Defense (DoD). Some examples of areas they consider are; allegiance to the United States, criminal and personal conduct, and substance abuse or mental disorders.
    • Clearance is granted or denied following this evaluation process.

 What are some of the areas where companies will investigate when conducting a review of an applicant?

  • Credit
  • Public Record
  • Internet
  • Previous Employment
  • School
  • References

What are some of the behaviors that can keep you from obtaining a security clearance?

  • An individual has been convicted in any court of the U.S. of a crime and sentenced to imprisonment for a term exceeding one year.
  • An individual is (currently) an unlawful user of, or is addicted to, a controlled substance (as defined in section 102 or the Controlled Substances Act (21U.S.C. 802))
  • An individual is mentally incompetent, as determined by a mental health professional approved by the DoD
  • An individual has been discharged or dismissed from the armed forces under dishonorable conditions.