Background Investigations Outreach

Special Agent and Contract Investigator Verification

Upon every introduction, DCSA Special Agents and Contract Investigators will present credentials identifying them as agency representatives.  For questions related to an Agent or Investigator’s identity, contact the DCSA Safety and Security Team.

Law Enforcement Information

For general information or questions concerning DCSA’s mission, our relationship with law enforcement agencies or partnering to access records, contact the DCSA Law Enforcement Liaison Office.

U.S. Department of Defense
Defense Counterintelligence and Security Agency
Attn:  Law Enforcement Liaison Office
1900 E Street, NW
Washington, DC 20415
 
Upon request, DCSA can collaborate with law enforcement agencies by providing educational material or presentations to assist with cooperation.
 

Standard Form 86 (SF-86) Completion Information

Background investigations are conducted on civilian and military applicants and Federal employees or employees of Government Contractors and consultants.  The SF-86 must be completed to begin the background investigation process.  For questions in completing this form in its entirety, contact Customer & Stakeholder Engagement.

U.S. Department of Defense
Defense Counterintelligence and Security Agency
27130 Telegraph Road
Quantico, VA 22134
www.DCSA.mil 

Obtain an individual’s signed Authorization for Release of Information

If a written request is received, you may ask for a copy of the individual’s signed Authorization for Release of Information by indicating this on the written request or by contacting DCSA directly at 878-274-1000.  If an investigator contacts you, you may request a copy of the Authorization for Release of Information directly from the investigator.  By law, Federal agencies are required to accept electronic signatures (Public Law 105-277, Title XVII).

Records Outreach Information

For assistance with replying to DCSA investigative inquiries, fees/billing, address changes, contract investigator authorization to receive records, referrals to other police departments or other record providers, contact Federal Investigative Records Enterprise, Outreach.

U.S. Department of Defense
Defense Counterintelligence and Security Agency
Attn:  Federal Investigative Records Enterprise, Outreach
P.O. Box 618
1137 Branchton Road
Boyers, PA 16018-0618