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Peraton

Background Investigator

Peraton

Background Investigator performing background investigations for government clearance near Lawrenceville, GA. Responsible for conducting interviews and compiling detailed reports.

Posted 7/13/2026full-timeLawrenceville • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $26 per hourWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in conducting background investigations, including record searches and face-to-face interviews, while maintaining confidentiality and professionalism. Proficient in typing and writing skills, with the ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Highest-signal resume keywords
Background Investigation ExperienceTop Secret Clearance EligibilityAccurate Typing Skills (40+ WPM)Professional CommunicationU.S. Citizenship

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Hard Skills
Background InvestigationRecord SearchInterviewingTyping SkillsWriting Skills
Soft Skills
Professional InteractionTeam CollaborationConfidentiality Maintenance
Industry Keywords
Federal Background InvestigationsDaily TravelHome OfficeValid Driver's License

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact
  • Successfully complete a full time, 6-7 week new Investigator training
  • Travel daily conducting in person background investigations
  • Schedule and conduct face-to-face interviews
  • Perform record searches at police agencies, courthouses, educational and financial institutions
  • Type and report all obtained information
  • Work independently while also a member of a team

Requirements

What you’ll need
  • 4 years of general work experience or a bachelor’s degree
  • Experience conducting federal background investigations preferred
  • Must be able to obtain and maintain a Top Secret eligible clearance
  • U.S. citizenship
  • Daily travel required locally and outside of primary work area as needed
  • Home office required
  • Valid driver's license and full time usage of reliable transportation
  • Accurate and efficient typing capabilities (40+ WPM recommended)
  • Proficient grammar and writing skills
  • Must be able to interact professionally with others and maintain confidentiality

Benefits

Comp & perks
  • Health insurance
  • 401(k) matching
  • Paid time off