Summary
A 31-year-old information technology senior auditor was denied a security clearance under Guideline E (Personal Conduct) and Guideline F (Financial Considerations). The denial stemmed from a history of financial irresponsibility and a failure to disclose debts on his security clearance application.
The Statement of Reasons detailed several allegations, including the failure to disclose a $3,239 state tax lien filed in 2002. Additionally, the applicant failed to disclose multiple delinquent accounts, including one owing $26,476 and several others each owing approximately $2,863. These issues raised Disqualifying Conditions under both Guideline E and Guideline F.
The denial was based on the applicant's long history of failing to meet financial obligations, dating back to the late 1990s. At the time of the hearing, he had 11 delinquent accounts totaling approximately $29,400. The judge concluded that the applicant's failure to disclose the tax lien and other debts demonstrated a lack of candor, and his evidence did not sufficiently prove control over his finances or a track record of financial responsibility, leading to the determination that he posed a security risk.
Why the Applicant Was Denied
- The applicant has a long history of failing to meet financial obligations dating back to the late 1990s.
- As of the hearing, the applicant had 11 delinquent accounts totaling approximately $29,400.
- The applicant failed to disclose a state tax lien and other debts in his security clearance application, indicating a lack of candor.
- The applicant's evidence did not demonstrate that he is in control of his finances or has a track record of financial responsibility.
Conditions Referenced
- FC DC ¶ 19(a)appliedInability or Unwillingness to Satisfy Debts
- FC DC ¶ 19(c)appliedA History of Not Meeting Financial Obligations
- E DC ¶ 16(a)appliedDeliberate Omission, Concealment, or Falsification of Relevant Facts
- E DC ¶ 16(e)appliedPersonal Conduct or Concealment of Information That Creates a Vulnerability to Exploitation
Key Rule Quoted
“The government has a compelling interest to ensure each applicant possesses the requisite judgment, reliability and trustworthiness of one who will protect the national interests as his or her own.”
Procedural Posture
- SOR issuedApr 18, 2007
- Answer filedMay 7, 2007
- Hearing heldJun 21, 2007
- Decision dateAug 16, 2007
Cite For
- Failure to Disclose Debts in Security Clearance Applications Under Guideline E
- Financial Irresponsibility as a Disqualifying Factor Under Guideline F
- Lack of Evidence Demonstrating Financial Control and Responsibility as a Basis for Denial