Merton Miller
Associate Director
Federal Investigative Services
Access to information relating to the background investigation process is critical to the Federal Government's development in personnel security and suitability. The Office of Personnel Management, Federal Investigative Services (OPM-FIS) conducts background investigations on Federal applicants, employees, military members, and contractor personnel for suitability and security purposes. Although agency or organization hiring needs may differ, understanding investigation processes and using OPM's electronic systems to their fullest potential improves the Federal Government's hiring capabilities across the board. Streamlined personnel security and suitability practices help the Federal Government hire individuals in a timely manner while accurately assessing suitability and fitness for employment, and protecting the United States from security threats.
Federal Investigative Services (FIS) is committed to helping your agency obtain the information and resources you need on background investigations and the suitability adjudication process. In this section, you will find information on the OPM Secure Portal, agency training, and suitability adjudication.