If you’re looking for jobs that require a security clearance, you may be wondering if you can obtain one on your own before applying. The short answer is: No, you cannot apply for a security clearance as an individual.
A security clearance is not something you can obtain proactively—it must be sponsored by a government agency or a private company with a government contract. However, at National Security Law Firm, we offer a Pre-Employment Security Clearance Screening service to help job seekers demonstrate their clearability to potential employers.
This service provides a professional assessment of your eligibility for a security clearance, allowing you to present a letter to employers indicating that you are an excellent candidate for a clearance with no foreseeable issues or explaining how an identified security concern could be mitigated.
Why Can’t You Get a Security Clearance on Your Own?
Security clearances are issued by the federal government through agencies such as the Department of Defense (DoD), Department of State, FBI, CIA, and other intelligence and military agencies.
Key Reasons Why Individuals Cannot Apply for a Security Clearance Themselves:
❌ A security clearance requires sponsorship. Only a government agency or a government contractor can initiate the security clearance process.
❌ There must be a job that requires a clearance. Clearances are granted based on a need-to-know basis—you must have a role that requires access to classified information.
❌ The government initiates and pays for the clearance investigation. You cannot pay for a clearance investigation on your own or request one independently.
How National Security Law Firm Can Help: Pre-Employment Security Clearance Screening
Even though you can’t obtain a clearance before being hired, you can prove to employers that you are an ideal candidate for one.
At National Security Law Firm, we offer a Pre-Employment Security Clearance Screening service to assess your background before you apply for jobs that require a clearance.
📌 How It Works:
✔️ We conduct a thorough legal review of your background, examining potential security concerns such as financial history, foreign contacts, past drug use, and criminal records.
✔️ We provide a formal letter stating (if applicable) that you have no known issues that would prevent you from obtaining a security clearance or explaining how any identified security concerns could be mitigated.
✔️ You can present this letter to employers as part of your job application, increasing your chances of getting hired for clearance-required positions.
📌 Flat Fee: $950
This service helps employers feel more confident in hiring you, knowing that a security clearance attorney has already assessed your suitability.
Why Employers Value a Pre-Employment Clearance Screening
✅ Reduces hiring risks: Employers want to ensure candidates won’t have clearance issues before investing time and resources in the hiring process.
✅ Speeds up the security clearance process: If an employer knows that you are already pre-screened, they may be more likely to hire you and sponsor your clearance.
✅ Gives you a competitive edge: With more candidates applying for clearance-required jobs, demonstrating that you are “clearable” can set you apart.
By providing them with a formal letter from National Security Law Firm stating that you have no known clearance eligibility issues or outlining how potential concerns can be mitigated, you make it easier for them to justify hiring and sponsoring you.
What Our Pre-Employment Clearance Screening Covers
✔️ Criminal History – We assess whether past offenses could pose clearance risks.
✔️ Financial Issues & Debt – We review whether outstanding debts, bankruptcies, or financial problems could raise concerns.
✔️ Foreign Contacts & Influence – We evaluate whether foreign connections could impact your eligibility.
✔️ Drug Use & Substance History – We determine if past drug use could be an issue under current clearance policies.
✔️ Employment & Military History – We review prior job and military service records for potential red flags.
If we identify any potential concerns, we will provide guidance on how to mitigate them before applying for jobs that require a clearance.
FAQs About Security Clearances & Pre-Employment Screening
- Can I apply for a security clearance before I get a job?
❌ No. You must be sponsored by an employer or a government agency.
- How do I improve my chances of getting a job that requires a clearance?
✔️ Obtain a Pre-Employment Security Clearance Screening from us.
✔️ Apply to positions at companies that frequently sponsor clearances.
✔️ Keep a clean financial, legal, and employment record.
- Can I use the Pre-Employment Security Clearance Screening letter for multiple job applications?
✔️ Yes! The letter can be used for multiple job applications, helping you stand out in the hiring process.
- Does this guarantee that I will get a security clearance?
❌ No one can guarantee a security clearance. However, our screening process identifies any potential risks and explains how they can be addressed so that you can proactively address them.
Take the Next Step Toward a Security Clearance Job
If you’re applying for jobs that require a security clearance, don’t let employers overlook you due to uncertainty about your eligibility. Our Pre-Employment Security Clearance Screening provides you with a trusted legal assessment that can help you secure sponsorship for a clearance-required job.
📞 Call us today at 202-600-4996 or book a consultation here.
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