SFPC Comprehensive Exam Questions with Correct Answers

SFPC Comprehensive Exam Questions with Correct Answers Three main types of adjudications - Answer-National security, suitability, and Homeland Security Presidential Direction (HSPD-12) What is a suitability adjudication? - Answer-To determine suitability for federal employment General purpose of suitability investigation - Answer-Ensure individuals can carry out their dutions with integrity, efficiency, and effectiveness 5 main elements of the suitability process - Answer-1) Position designation, 2) pre-investigation, 2) investigation, 4) adjudication, and 5) reinvestigation What investigation tiers are used for suitability determinations? - Answer-1, 2, and 4 Tier 1 investigation - Answer-Low risk, nonsensitive, HSPD-12. SF-85. Tier 2 investigation - Answer-Nonsensitive, moderate risk public trust. SF-85P Tier 4 investigation - Answer-Nonsensitive, high risk public trust. SF-85P What investigations are used for national security positions? - Answer-3 and 5 Tier 3 investigation - Answer-Noncritical sensitive, or requring Confidential, Secret, or L access. SF-86 Tier 5 investigation - Answer-Critical sensitive (TS/Q), special sensitive (SCI/SAP) Position Designation Automated Tool (PDt) - Answer-OPM's system to determine type of investigation needed based on level of risk and sensitivity Standards of evidence in suitability cases - Answer-The government has the burden of proof, the evidence must establish the conduct, all facts must be supported by a preponderance of evidence