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π₯ 12 hours ago
Entry-level Background Investigator conducting federal security interviews and records research for CACI, a national security and defense contractor. Flexible remote work with local travel and potential U.S. temporary duty assignments.
πΎ Iowa, New Mexico, +3 more states β Remote
π΅ $26 / hour
π₯ Funding within the last year
π° $500M Post-IPO Debt on 2026-02
β° Full Time
βͺοΈ Entry-level
β¨ Background Investigator
π» Ghost score 0%
π 2 days ago
Background Investigator conducting federal suitability investigations for Peraton, a national security and enterprise IT company. Interviewing subjects and contacts, searching records, and producing government reports near Joplin.
π° Missouri β Remote
π΅ $26 / hour
β° Full Time
π‘ Mid-level
π Senior
β¨ Background Investigator
π¦ H1B Visa Sponsor
π» Ghost score 0%
π 2 days ago
Background Investigator conducting interviews, records searches, and reports for Peratonβs federal suitability investigations. Home-based near Grand Forks with daily field travel and possible TDY assignments.
πΎ North Dakota β Remote
π΅ $26 / hour
β° Full Time
π‘ Mid-level
π Senior
β¨ Background Investigator
π¦ H1B Visa Sponsor
π» Ghost score 0%
π 2 days ago
Background Investigator conducting interviews and records searches for Peraton, a national security and enterprise IT provider. Home-based role serving Columbus-area government background investigations with extensive field travel.
π Ohio β Remote
π΅ $26 / hour
β° Full Time
π‘ Mid-level
π Senior
β¨ Background Investigator
π¦ H1B Visa Sponsor
π» Ghost score 0%
π 3 days ago
Background Investigator conducting federal suitability investigations for Peraton, a national security and enterprise IT provider. Interviewing sources, searching records, and preparing government reports.
π Alabama β Remote
π΅ $26 / hour
β° Full Time
π‘ Mid-level
π Senior
β¨ Background Investigator
π¦ H1B Visa Sponsor
π» Ghost score 0%
π 3 days ago
Background Investigator conducting interviews and records searches for Peraton, a national security and IT company. Field-based role supporting U.S. Government personnel clearance and suitability decisions.
π Florida β Remote
π΅ $26 / hour
β° Full Time
π‘ Mid-level
π Senior
β¨ Background Investigator
π¦ H1B Visa Sponsor
π» Ghost score 0%
π September 17
Background Investigator conducting federal suitability investigations for Peraton, a national security and enterprise IT provider. Interviewing sources, searching records, and producing government reports near Tallahassee.
π Florida β Remote
π΅ $26 / hour
β° Full Time
π‘ Mid-level
π Senior
β¨ Background Investigator
π¦ H1B Visa Sponsor
π» Ghost score 0%
π September 16
Entry-level investigator conducting interviews and records research for CACIβs federal background investigation contracts. Resolving case issues and supporting national security through mostly virtual work.
πΎ Iowa, New Mexico, +2 more states β Remote
π΅ $26 / hour
π₯ Funding within the last year
π° $500M Post-IPO Debt on 2026-02
β° Full Time
βͺοΈ Entry-level
β¨ Background Investigator
π» Ghost score 0%
π September 16
Background Investigator conducting federal suitability investigations for Peraton, a national security and IT company. Interviewing sources, searching records, and preparing classified-information clearance reports.
π Alabama β Remote
π΅ $26 / hour
β° Full Time
π‘ Mid-level
π Senior
β¨ Background Investigator
π¦ H1B Visa Sponsor
π» Ghost score 0%
π September 11
Background Investigator conducting interviews and records research for Peratonβs government suitability investigations. Home-based Riverside role requiring local field travel and federal clearance eligibility.
π California β Remote
π΅ $26 / hour
β° Full Time
π‘ Mid-level
π Senior
β¨ Background Investigator
π¦ H1B Visa Sponsor
π» Ghost score 0%
π September 10
Background Investigator conducting federal suitability investigations for Peraton, a national security and IT company. Interviewing subjects and contacts, searching records, and producing government reports.
π Pennsylvania β Remote
π΅ $26 / hour
β° Full Time
π‘ Mid-level
π Senior
β¨ Background Investigator
π¦ H1B Visa Sponsor
π» Ghost score 0%
π September 9
Background Investigator conducting interviews and records research for Peratonβs federal suitability investigations. Home-based near Baton Rouge with daily field travel and potential TDY assignments.
βοΈ Louisiana β Remote
π΅ $26 / hour
β° Full Time
π‘ Mid-level
π Senior
β¨ Background Investigator
π¦ H1B Visa Sponsor
π» Ghost score 0%
π September 1
Background Investigator conducting interviews and records searches for Peratonβs federal suitability investigations. Home-based near Chambersburg, supporting national security and government information-access decisions.
π Pennsylvania β Remote
π΅ $26 / hour
β° Full Time
π‘ Mid-level
π Senior
β¨ Background Investigator
π¦ H1B Visa Sponsor
π» Ghost score 2%
π August 28
Entry-level Background Investigator conducting federal security interviews and records reviews for CACI, a provider of government background investigations. Supporting national security cases through virtual, phone, and in-person interviews.
πΆοΈ New Mexico, North Dakota, +4 more states β Remote
π΅ $26 / hour
π₯ Funding within the last year
π° $500M Post-IPO Debt on 2026-02
β° Full Time
βͺοΈ Entry-level
β¨ Background Investigator
π» Ghost score 4%
π August 27
Background Investigator conducting federal security interviews and records reviews for CACI. Completing virtual, phone, and occasional in-person interviews to support national security.
π½ Illinois, Kentucky, +2 more states β Remote
π΅ $26 / hour
π₯ Funding within the last year
π° $500M Post-IPO Debt on 2026-02
β° Full Time
βͺοΈ Entry-level
β¨ Background Investigator
π» Ghost score 5%
π August 21
DHS background investigator conducting federal suitability investigations for Peraton, a national security and enterprise IT company. Interviewing subjects and contacts, searching records, and preparing government reports.
π California β Remote
π΅ $25 - $45 / hour
β° Full Time
π‘ Mid-level
π Senior
β¨ Background Investigator
π¦ H1B Visa Sponsor
π» Ghost score 8%
π August 21
Background Investigator conducting federal security-clearance investigations for Peraton, a national security and enterprise IT company. Interviewing subjects and references, searching records, and producing detailed investigative reports nationwide.
π Alabama, Florida, +5 more states β Remote
π΅ $26 - $46 / hour
β° Full Time
π’ Junior
β¨ Background Investigator
π¦ H1B Visa Sponsor
π» Ghost score 8%
π August 21
Background Investigator conducting federal suitability investigations for Peraton, a national security and IT company. Interviewing subjects and contacts, searching records, and preparing government reports.
π California β Remote
π΅ $26 / hour
β° Full Time
π‘ Mid-level
π Senior
β¨ Background Investigator
π¦ H1B Visa Sponsor
π» Ghost score 18%
π August 20
Background Investigator / Analyst assessing personnel risk for SandboxAQ, a company delivering AI solutions for cybersecurity and other critical sectors. Conducting OSINT investigations and quantitative risk analysis.
πΊπΈ United States β Remote
π΅ $118.4k - $222k / year
β° Full Time
π‘ Mid-level
π Senior
π§ Analyst
π» Ghost score 0%
π August 17
Background Investigator conducting federal suitability investigations for Peraton, a national security and IT provider. Interviewing subjects and contacts, searching records, and producing government reports.
ποΈ District of Columbia, Washington β Remote
π΅ $26 / hour
β° Full Time
π‘ Mid-level
π Senior
β¨ Background Investigator
π¦ H1B Visa Sponsor
π» Ghost score 30%
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The average salary for remote background investigators is $71,486 per year. This is based on data from 7 job openings. Our advanced AI searches the internet for remote job openings and posts them on our website. We use the salary data from these job postings to calculate salary expectations.
Below is a breakdown of salary data by years of experience:
| Experience | Number of roles analyzed | Average Salary |
|---|---|---|
βͺοΈ Entry-level Background Investigator (0 yrs) | 2 | $0 |
π’ Junior Background Investigator (1-2 yrs) | 1 | $0 |
π‘ Mid-level Background Investigator (2-4 yrs) | 4 | $125,100 |
We analyzed 2 job listings in the last year and found it takes about 12 days for employers to close a job opening.
We reviewed 7 job postings and found the top 10 skills employers are asking for most often are:
Strong analytical skills, attention to detail, excellent written and verbal communication, proficiency in research techniques, and familiarity with databases and assessment tools are essential for remote Background Investigators. Good interpersonal skills and the ability to maintain confidentiality are also important.
Typically, a degree in criminal justice, security management, or a related field is preferred. Relevant certifications in background investigation or security are beneficial. Also, prior experience in investigative roles or law enforcement can be an advantage.
Responsibilities include conducting thorough background checks, reviewing public records, interviewing references, compiling investigation reports, ensuring compliance with legal standards, and maintaining accurate documentation on findings.
Benefits include flexible work hours, the ability to work from any location, reduced commuting costs, and improved work-life balance. Remote Background Investigators may also have access to a wider range of job opportunities and the chance to work with diverse clientele.
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