Background Investigator – Entry Level

CACI International Inc

Entry Level Background Investigator conducting interviews and documenting findings for national security investigations. Remote position with required travel for background cases across the United States.

Posted 7/21/2026part-timeRemote • 🇺🇸 United StatesEntry Level💰 $26 per hourWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates strong investigative skills through comprehensive interviews and documentation, with a focus on problem-solving and effective communication. Maintains integrity and a strong work ethic while supporting national security initiatives.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Bachelor's DegreeT5 InvestigationExceptional Written CommunicationExceptional Oral CommunicationTime Management

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Soft Skills

Problem SolvingPlanning and OrganizingIntegrityCan-Do Attitude

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft WordMicrosoft ExcelHigh-Speed Internet

Industry Keywords

National Security InitiativesInvestigationDocumentationInterviewingBackground Check

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Conduct comprehensive interviews with subjects, employers, associates, references, and other knowledgeable individuals and review appropriate records to obtain facts to resolve all material issues in a case or to establish the background, reputation, character, suitability, or qualifications of the subject under investigation.
Document all information and submit a detailed report of investigation within a strict required timeline.
Attend a four-week intensive virtual, online training with additional in-field shadowing and mentorship with a Senior Investigator TDY opportunity at locations across the U.S. for 2 or more weeks in duration

Requirements

What you’ll need

A Bachelor’s Degree or 4 years of general experience demonstrating progressive responsibility in problem solving, planning and organizing work, and communicating effectively orally and in writing.
Ability to obtain/maintain a favorable determination based on a T5 Investigation
A sense of mission in support of national security initiatives
An impeccable work ethic, integrity, and can-do attitude
A current driver’s license, reliable personal vehicle, and willingness to extensively travel locally on a daily basis dependent on assignment location
A home office equipped with high-speed Internet ($50 monthly internet stipend is provided)
A personal computer compatible with Microsoft applications (e.g. Word and Excel)
Excellent time management skills
Exceptional written and oral communication skills

Benefits

Comp & perks

healthcare
wellness
financial
retirement
family support
continuing education
time off benefits