Security Clearance
/ˈsɪkjʊrɪti ˈklɪərəns/
Definitions
- (n.) Official authorization permitting access to classified information or restricted areas based on background checks and need-to-know.
He was denied a security clearance due to concerns arising in his background check.
Forms
- security clearances
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Commentary
Security clearance is a formal process typically used in government or defense contexts to ensure that individuals accessing sensitive information are trustworthy; drafting should specify the level of clearance and applicable jurisdiction where relevant.
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