What are the differences between Counterintelligence, Lifestyle, and Full Scope Polygraphs?
Within the context of security clearances, the purpose of a polygraph exam is to assist in determining whether or not an applicant can be trusted with sensitive information. For screening purposes two types of polygraph exams exist, and either one or both exams may be administered. A Counterintelligence Polygraph asks the candidate questions limited to those necessary to determine whether the examinee ever had any involvement with or knowledge of espionage/sabotage against the United States, unauthorized contact with representatives of a foreign government, or unauthorized disclosure of classified material. A Counterintelligence Polygraph is the most common polygraph. Within DoD, polygraph examinations used to determine initial eligibility for special assignment or special access are limited to counterintelligence questions. A Lifestyle Polygraph asks the candidate questions the concern the subject’s personal life and conduct and can involve all aspects of present and past behavior. Qu
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