CIARDS
Central Intelligence Agency Retirement and Disability System
Definition
The Central Intelligence Agency Retirement and Disability System is a specialized retirement program for intelligence community personnel. In contracting contexts, CIARDS references may appear in personnel cost structures, benefits administration, or contractor support for intelligence agency human resources functions.
Contractors supporting intelligence agency HR systems may need to understand CIARDS along with other federal retirement systems. CIARDS has unique provisions reflecting the specialized nature of intelligence work. Compliance with CIARDS requirements may affect contractor operations supporting intelligence personnel management.
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