Federal activity overview — SF-86: Questionnaire for National Security Positions
Federal form · U.S. General Services Administration (Standard Form)
The comprehensive background investigation questionnaire completed by individuals requiring security clearances at the Secret or Top Secret level. It covers personal history, residence, employment, education, foreign contacts, financial records, mental health, and drug use over the previous 7-10 years.
Contractor employees complete SF-86 (via e-QIP online system) when their contract requires access to classified information. The investigation process typically takes 4-12 months for initial clearances.
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is federal form SF-86 (Questionnaire for National Security Positions). The comprehensive background investigation questionnaire completed by individuals requiring security clearances at the Secret or Top Secret level. It covers personal history, residence, employment, education, foreign contacts, financial records, mental health, and drug use over the previous 7-10 years.
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