Personnel Security Clearance

Personnel security clearance is an official background check process used by organizations, especially government agencies, to determine if an individual is trustworthy enough to access sensitive or classified information. It involves thorough reviews of personal history, financial records, criminal background, and other aspects to assess potential risks, such as vulnerability to coercion or espionage. Clearances are granted at different levels depending on the sensitivity of the information involved. The goal is to ensure that only qualified and reliable personnel handle information critical to national security or organizational integrity.