Security Clearance Factors
In the interest of protecting national security, the federal government has many layers of security clearances in place to ensure that sensitive information is only available to the appropriate parties. When a person’s job requires access to this information, the denial of a security clearance raises many questions, especially when it is due to discriminatory practices.
Discrimination in the workplace continues to be widespread, despite the existence of a number of laws dedicated to eliminating these practices. The federal employment attorneys of the Vaughn Law Firm are prepared to help persons who have been wrongly denied the security clearance necessary to their employment on the basis of discrimination. Contact our federal employment lawyers today at 877-615-9495 to learn how to protect your rights.
Determining Your Security Clearance
The below factors determine the level of security clearance given to federal employees.
- Nature and seriousness of duty
- Frequency of duties
- Age and length of employment
- Loyalty to other countries
- Interest in other countries
- Existence of a criminal record
- Financial situation
- History of mental illness/disorders
- Previous history with drugs and alcohol
- Legal record
- Whether there is any threat of pressure, exploitation, or coercion
Security clearance should not be based on discriminatory practices. If security clearance decisions are based on considerations such as due to race, religion, or sex, legal action should be taken.
Contact Us
If you were unlawfully denied security clearance, it is important to ensure that you are aware of your legal rights. Discriminatory practices in federal employment should not be tolerated and there is help. The federal employment attorneys of the Vaughn Law Firm are passionate about protecting the rights of federal employees like you. Contact us today at 877-615-9495 for a free consultation.
