With UKSV and Cabinet Office
This is a process to protect national security.
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SC, but no higher than DV.
A BPSS clearance check is a legal requirement for UK civil servants, members of the UK armed forces and any government contractors. In addition to this, it is also a requirement for anybody applying for NSV security clearance.
This is a requirement of anyone applying for NSV
Immigration and Right to Work Legislation
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When working with sensitive information, it is important to protect yourself and others. Cost of a
The risk owner may have set a shorter valid period. Your sponsor will initiate a DV
In most cases, pre-employment screening is conducted.
Cabinet Office policy is that a DV-clearance must be formally
Manually checking the elements in a BPSS may be difficult.
UKSV is working with the Cabinet Office.
National Insurance number, or the credit card details.
If the BPSS is kept in place, it can remain in effect indefinitely. The same is true if the
BPSS services are efficient, hassle-free and quality-assured.
SC but not to the DV level.
Candidates must pass 4 elements of a BPSS test
A very small number requires Enhanced Vetting.
Designed for roles that require an extra level of assurance
Baseline Vetting � 15 years. Negative Vetting Level 1 � 10 years. Negative Vetting Level 2 � 7 years. Positive Vetting � 7 years but reviewed annually.
It is Cabinet Office/MOD policy that individuals should not make public the level of security clearance they hold; this includes staff disclosing their vetting status in order to secure employment opportunities.
Evidence of alcohol or drug abuse is another obvious reason to have a security clearance denied. Investigators look for issues that may identify abuse, like a DUI, public drunkenness, or a previous arrest. Once again, the level of the clearance influences whether or not it gets denied. 7 Apr 2023
The BPSS is the recognised standard for the pre-employment screening of individuals with access to government assets. It is not a formal security clearance but its rigorous and consistent application underpins the national security vetting process at CTC , Level 1B, SC and DV . 2 Dec 2022
There are 5 main levels of national security vetting; Accreditation Check (AC) Counter Terrorist Check (CTC) Level 1B. Security Check (SC) Developed Vetting (DV) 12 Feb 2020
What does a BPSS Check include? Identity Checks. 3 Year Occupation History Checks. Right to work Checks. Unspent Conviction Check (Basic DBS Check) 14 Jun 2022
BPSS Clearance - Verification Process A very initial step enables us to check the legal rights of someone to work with the UK government. The status of your immigration and nationality is evaluated. Here, government
What does a BPSS Check include? Identity Checks. 3 Year Occupation History Checks. Right to work Checks. Unspent Conviction Check (Basic DBS Check) 14 Jun 2022