I have been working a TS/SCI program for about a year or two now and there is a new requirement for a FS Poly. Does this mean in turn that they’re probably going to be more strict about who they let on the program? I have some pretty questionable things (drug use, theft) from my underage years that I went over in my first interview that I hope they won’t care anymore about now that there is some new requirement. Also I know nobody who has done a Poly can tell you what questions they ask but if anyone could give me a general idea of what to expect I would appreciate it.
NSA used to have some YouTube videos about their poly program. Not a lot of substance really but at least its something.
If you disclosed those “questionable things” (and pretty much everyone has some kind of frailty in their past) then they will not be a problem. Yes there are a few people who have had problems with the poly to the point they cannot pass, but really in my experience that has been a small percentage. Nonetheless it can be a stressful and upsetting process but in the end you should be OK.
As far as being more strict, the standards are the same, poly or not.
By the way I don’t mean be dismissive of the problems of those who have really struggled with the poly, I know it can really mess things up. But honestly I have not seen a large percentage of people in that situation.
Thanks for the info! If all they’re using this for is the CI part and also just confirming the lifestyle stuff from my SF86 I think I’ll be good then. I was already honest and upfront about everything the first go around.
The questions asked during a full scope polygraph examination are not secret. Numerous applicants and employees have shared their experiences here:
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Statistically, most studies show a false positive rate of 60% to 20% of examinees (and the 80% accuracy study is an outlier) if we don’t rely upon the 95% - 99% accuracy studies done by those with a financial interest in polygraphs. There is a reason pharmaceutical companies must disclose studies they provide funding for which is self evident, and this requirement should be true for polygraphs as well.