What is the focus of a security clearance investigation?

The focus of a security clearance investigation is to thoroughly investigate an individual’s background to determine their eligibility for access to classified or sensitive information. This investigation includes analyzing various aspects of a person's life, such as their criminal history, employment history, educational background, and personal conduct. The goal is to assess whether the individual poses a risk to national security or could be susceptible to coercion or influence from foreign entities.

By scrutinizing aspects such as loyalty, reliability, and trustworthiness, the investigation aims to evaluate if the person can safeguard sensitive information and act in the best interest of national security.

While assessing technical skills, financial integrity, or workplace issues are important aspects of overall employee management and organizational compliance, they do not specifically pertain to the core objective of a security clearance investigation, which is focused on evaluating background and risk factors related to security threats.