Which statement best describes NACI?

• A. It is used for high risk positions
• B. It replaces a full background investigation for all federal employees
• C. It is the minimum investigation required for all new federal employees and is used for low risk positions with no position sensitivity
• D. It excludes employment verification

Answer: (C)

NACI is the baseline background check used for new federal employees in low‑risk, non‑sensitive positions. It covers checks of national agency records and requires inquiries to prior employers and other references. Because its scope is limited, it is not used for high‑risk or sensitive roles, which require more thorough investigations. It does not replace a full background investigation for all federal employees, and it does not exclude employment verification, which is typically part of the review process. This aligns with the described statement as the minimum investigation for all new federal employees in low‑risk positions with no position sensitivity.