Background Investigator

Peraton

Background Investigator performing in-person background investigations for employment suitability with Peraton’s federal standards. Requires home office, travel, and federal clearance.

Posted 7/2/2026full-timeEspanola • New Mexico • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $26 per hourWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in conducting thorough background investigations, including face-to-face interviews and record searches, while maintaining confidentiality and integrity. Proficient in typing and report writing, with strong attention to detail and the ability to communicate effectively in various settings.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Federal Background Investigation ExperienceTop Secret Eligible ClearanceAccurate Typing Skills (40+ WPM)Professional Communication SkillsAttention to Detail

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Hard Skills

Background InvestigationRecord SearchReport WritingInterviewingTyping SkillsData EntryTranscriptionDrivingTravel CoordinationConfidentiality Maintenance

Soft Skills

ProfessionalismInterpersonal SkillsAttention to DetailPunctualityEthics and Integrity

Tools & Technologies

Computer ProgramsCommunication Tools

Certifications & Qualifications

Top Secret ClearanceFederal Background Investigation Certification

Industry Keywords

Employment SuitabilityTemporary Duty Assignments (TDY)U.S. CitizenshipDriving RequirementsHome Office

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Conduct in-person background investigations
Travel daily when conducting in-person investigations for determining employment suitability
Schedule and conduct face-to-face interviews with subjects and their contacts
Perform record searches at various institutions
Type and report all obtained information in a clear and concise manner

Requirements

What you’ll need

4 years of general work experience or a bachelor’s degree may be considered
Candidates with 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 is preferred
U.S. citizenship
Daily travel required locally and outside of primary work area as needed
Home office required
Temporary Duty Assignments (TDY)/remote travel ranging from 14 – 30 days may be required
Must reside within the stated mileage requirement posted in job description
A valid driver's license and full-time usage of reliable transportation are required
Driving is an essential function of the job
Accurate and efficient typing capabilities (40+ WPM recommended)
Ability to work within multiple computer programs concurrently
Must be able to speak for extended periods of time and hear sufficiently to communicate in person and over the phone
Record, read and transcribe words and numbers with a high degree of accuracy
Proficient grammar and writing skills to submit high quality reports with minimal errors
Must be able to interact professionally with others, write for long periods of time, meet expectations for attendance and punctuality, and pay attention to details
Maintain high level of confidentiality ethics and integrity
Professional attire required
Must be able to lift and move up to 10 pounds, climb stairs, walk extensively, endure long periods of standing and drive in adverse and/or night conditions.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Relocation assistance is not available for this position.
Successful completion of a full time, 6-7 week new Investigator training both virtually and in person in order to be certified in the Federal Investigative Standards for government background investigations.