Background Investigator, Full-Time

Peraton

Background Investigator conducting federal suitability investigations for Peraton, a national security and enterprise IT company. Interviewing subjects and contacts, searching records, and producing accurate government reports.

Posted 8/13/2026full-timeTopeka • Kansas • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $26 per hourWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in conducting federal background investigations, including interviewing and record searches, while maintaining high standards of confidentiality and ethics. Proficient in report writing and effective communication, with the ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Federal Background InvestigationsTop Secret Clearance EligibilityTyping Skills (40+ WPM)Effective CommunicationAttention to Detail

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Hard Skills

Record SearchesInterviewing SkillsReport WritingTyping CapabilitiesComputer Program Proficiency

Soft Skills

Organizational SkillsProfessionalismInterpersonal SkillsAdaptabilityIntegrity

Tools & Technologies

Government-Issued Computer System

Certifications & Qualifications

Federal Investigative Standards Certification

Industry Keywords

U.S. CitizenshipTop Secret ClearanceConfidentialityEthicsRemote Supervision

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Complete full-time 6–7 week new Investigator training virtually and in person to become certified in the Federal Investigative Standards for government background investigations
Travel daily to conduct in-person background investigations determining 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 using a government-issued computer system
Work independently while participating as a member of a team of Investigators and collaborating with a Field Manager

Requirements

What you’ll need

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 occasional out-of-area travel required
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 Topeka city center
Valid driver’s license and full-time use of reliable transportation required
Sufficient motor vehicle insurance required
Accurate and efficient typing capabilities; 40+ WPM recommended
Ability to work concurrently within multiple computer programs
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 for high-quality reports
Ability to interact professionally, write for long periods, meet attendance and punctuality expectations, and maintain 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 varied individuals and personalities professionally and effectively
Ability to work in a fast-paced, changing environment under remote supervision
Strong organizational, scheduling, prioritization, writing, and communication skills
Relocation assistance is not available

Benefits

Comp & perks

Full-time employment
6–7 week new Investigator training, conducted virtually and in person
Home office
Potential eligibility for overtime
Potential eligibility for shift differential
Potential eligibility for a discretionary bonus