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What is the Q clearance?
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What is DOE “Q” clearance? - iQuasar LLC
A Q clearance is a security clearance granted by the US Department of Energy (DOE). It's functionally equivalent to a Top Secret clearance in other US government agencies and grants access to sensitive information, including Restricted Data (RD) and special nuclear material. It's the highest level of clearance typically given to non-military personnel, including contractors, and often involves armed security escorts when accessing certain information.
Here's a more detailed breakdown:
DOE Specific:
Q clearances are specifically associated with the DOE and their related activities, particularly those involving nuclear weapons and related materials.
Restricted Data:
The primary focus of a Q clearance is access to Restricted Data (RD), defined under the Atomic Energy Act of 1954, and other classified information related to nuclear weapons and materials.
Equivalent to Top Secret:
Q clearances are generally considered equivalent to a Top Secret clearance in other US government agencies.
Need-to-Know Basis:
Access to Restricted Data is granted only on a need-to-know basis, meaning individuals must have the appropriate clearance and a specific need to access the information.
Background Investigation:
Q clearances require a thorough background investigation, including a single-scope background investigation covering the previous ten years of the applicant's life.
Historical Context:
The Q clearance was established in 1946 by Major William L. Uanna, the first Chief of the Central Personnel Clearance Office at the Atomic Energy Commission.