Are all employees universally eligible for an interim security clearance?

Individuals are not universally eligible for an interim security clearance because the issuance of such clearances is contingent upon specific criteria that employees must meet. Employers and security clearance authorities evaluate factors such as the nature of the employee’s position, their background, and any prior security issues. An interim clearance is granted to allow an employee to start working in a position requiring clearance while their background investigation is still ongoing.

Given this context, certain individuals may be deemed unsuitable for an interim clearance due to various concerns, including criminal history, financial instability, or other security risks that could affect their trustworthiness and reliability. The process is also designed to ensure that only those who fulfill the security requirements for sensitive or classified information are granted interim clearances. Therefore, the statement that all employees are universally eligible for an interim security clearance is incorrect.