PSH-24-0035 - In the Matter of Personnel Security Hearing

On May 17, 2024, an Administrative Judge determined that the Individual's access authorization should be restored under 10 C.F.R. Part 710. The Individual is employed by a DOE Contractor in a position that requires him to hold a security clearance. The Local Security Office (LSO) received potentially derogatory information regarding the Individual's alcohol consumption. The Individual testified on his own behalf and presented the testimony of six other witnesses. The DOE Psychologist testified at the hearing.

The evidence in the record established that the Individual stopped drinking alcohol in July 2023, joined AA in August 2023, completed an alcohol education program, and attends classes to help him maintain his sobriety. The Individual completed an inpatient treatment program and participated in one-on-one therapy. The DOE Psychologist testified that the Individual has shown adequate evidence of rehabilitation and reformation. Accordingly, the Administrative Judge determined that the Individual mitigated the stated Guideline G concerns. (OHA Case No. PSH-24-0035, Rahimzadeh)