Background Investigator
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Job Description
Background Investigator conducting federal suitability investigations for Peraton, a national security and enterprise IT provider. Interviewing sources, searching records, and preparing government reports.
Responsibilities:
- Complete full-time 6–7 week new Investigator training virtually and in person
- 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 all obtained information clearly and concisely in a government-issued computer system
- Travel daily while conducting investigations
- Work independently as well as within a team of Investigators and with a Field Manager
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
- Active federal background investigation with a T5 adjudication preferred
- U.S. citizenship
- Daily local and outside-area travel as needed
- Home office required
- Temporary Duty Assignments/remote travel of 14–30 days away from home per TDY may be required
- Must reside within 50 miles of Montgomery city center
- 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 use 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
- Ability to interact professionally, write for long periods, meet attendance and punctuality expectations, and pay attention to detail
- High level of 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 in a fast-paced, changing environment under remote supervision
- Organizational, scheduling, and prioritization skills
- Proficient writing and communication skills
- Relocation assistance is not available
Benefits:
- Full-time employment
- 6–7 week new Investigator training, conducted virtually and in person
- Overtime eligibility may be available
- Shift differential may be available
- Discretionary bonus may be available
- Equal opportunity employment, including disability and protected veterans

