Background Investigator

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🏄 California – Remote

🏄 California – Remote

💵 $26 / hour

⏰ Full Time

🟡 Mid-level

🟠 Senior

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Peraton

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10,000+ employees

💼 Consulting

🏥 Healthcare

📦 Logistics

Consulting • Healthcare • Logistics

Peraton is a mission-focused enterprise that supports national security initiatives through advanced IT and cyber services. They provide capabilities in areas such as cyber defense, cloud operations, engineering, and intelligence. With a commitment to solving complex challenges, Peraton integrates data-driven technologies to ensure mission success for their military and government clients.

📋 Description

• Complete 6–7 week full-time new Investigator training virtually and in person to obtain certification in Federal Investigative Standards • Conduct in-person background investigations to determine employment suitability for individuals requiring access to sensitive or classified U.S. Government information • Schedule and conduct face-to-face interviews with subjects, neighbors, employers, friends, and family • Perform record searches at police agencies, courthouses, educational and financial institutions, and medical/mental health facilities • Type and report collected information clearly and concisely on a government-issued computer system • Work independently while collaborating with investigator teams and a Field Manager • Travel daily locally and outside the primary work area as needed • Complete temporary duty assignments requiring 14–30 days away from home when required

🎯 Requirements

• 4 years of general work experience or a bachelor’s degree may be considered • Experience conducting federal background investigations preferred • Must be able to obtain and maintain a Top Secret eligible clearance • U.S. citizenship • Daily local travel and travel outside the primary work area as needed • Must reside within 50 miles of Ramona city center • Home office required • Temporary Duty Assignments/remote travel of 14–30 days away from home may be required • Valid driver’s license and full-time use of reliable transportation • Sufficient motor vehicle insurance • Accurate and efficient typing capabilities; 40+ WPM recommended • Ability to work with multiple computer programs concurrently • Ability to speak for extended periods and hear sufficiently for in-person and telephone communication • Ability to record, read, and transcribe words and numbers accurately • Proficient grammar and writing skills • Professional interaction skills, attendance, punctuality, and attention to detail • High confidentiality, ethics, and integrity • Professional attire required • Ability to lift and move up to 10 pounds, climb stairs, walk extensively, stand for long periods, and drive in adverse or nighttime conditions • Ability to work with diverse individuals and personalities professionally • Ability to work in a fast-paced, changing environment under remote supervision • Organizational, scheduling, and prioritization skills • Proficient writing and communication skills

🏖️ Benefits

• Full-time employee status • Home office • Potential overtime • Shift differential may be available • Discretionary bonus may be available • Temporary Duty Assignments/remote travel opportunities • Relocation assistance is not available