Demystifying Security Clearances
The clearance process can feel like a black box. We're here to help you understand the journey—what to expect, what's actually required, and what the process really looks like from people who've been through it.
From Couch to SCIF
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The three questions everyone asks first
What are the clearance levels?
Confidential, Secret, Top Secret—what each means and who needs them.
→ The ProcessHow do I get a clearance?
From sponsorship to investigation to adjudication—the complete journey.
→ The TruthWhat actually disqualifies people?
Separating real concerns from myths. Hint: it's rarely what you think.
→Written by People Who've Been There
We are a team of authors and professionals who have served the United States in the intelligence and defense industries for decades. Our experience spans every clearance level and multiple sectors of the cleared workforce. This site represents a culmination of verified facts and real-world experience—not speculation or secondhand advice.
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