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Originally Posted by PiKA2001
I think we are looking at seperate sides of the spectrum. I'm thinking more of the enforcement arm ( in the field) of CBP and I think you are looking at the support specialist (office job) arm. I suppose someone who works in IT or accounting wouldn't need an extensive background check as opposed to someone with a gun and arrest authority, possibility of being bribed.
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No, I'm looking at the law enforcement arm (as that is what I have the most experience with). I think you're looking at the higher level (investigative) jobs while I'm looking at the patrolling groups - which have similar training to local law enforcement and therefore have similar background investigations.
They don't typically have Security Clearances (Confidential, Classified, Secret, Top Secret, etc.).
A thorough background investigation does not equal a Security Clearance.
People will office jobs are actually MORE likely to need a Security Clearance.
ICE agents (who are actively practicing law enforcement) are more likely to need a security clearance than Customs and Border PATROL (who are actively practicing law enforcment).