Background Investigator

Peraton

. Conduct daily travel for in-person background investigations determining employment suitability for individuals requiring access to sensitive or classified U.S.

Posted 10/14/2026full-timeSan Diego • California • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $35 per hourWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in conducting background investigations, including interviewing and record searches, while maintaining confidentiality and ethical standards. Proficient in written and verbal communication, with strong organizational and prioritization skills to manage fieldwork effectively.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Federal Background Investigative ExperienceTop Secret Eligible ClearanceExcellent Written And Verbal Communication SkillsIntermediate Typing Skills (40+ WPM)Professional Interaction With Varied Individuals

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Hard Skills

Background InvestigationRecord SearchesInterviewing SkillsTyping SkillsSchedulingReport WritingData EntryField WorkQuality MetricsTime Management

Soft Skills

Organizational SkillsPrioritization SkillsCommunication SkillsIndependenceCollaboration

Tools & Technologies

Government-Issued Computer System

Certifications & Qualifications

New Investigator TrainingTop Secret Clearance

Industry Keywords

U.S. GovernmentConfidentialityEthicsFederal StandardsBackground Investigation Compliance

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Conduct daily travel for 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, and friends
Perform record searches at police agencies, courthouses, educational and financial institutions, and medical/mental health facilities
Type and report obtained information clearly and concisely using a government-issued computer system
Work independently while collaborating with a team of investigators and a Field Manager
Maintain confidentiality, ethics, and integrity while conducting field work
Meet attendance, punctuality, detail, communication, and reporting expectations

Requirements

What you’ll need

Must reside within 50 miles of the city center of San Diego, CA
Must be able to obtain and maintain a Top Secret eligible clearance
U.S. citizenship
At minimum, High School diploma
1 year of specialized Federal Background Investigative experience within the last five years, with investigator training compliant with National Training Standards
3 years of general experience within the last five years and completion of “New Investigator” training
Valid driver's license and personal vehicle
Sufficient motor vehicle insurance
Daily local and outside-area travel as needed
Home office required
Ability to interact professionally with varied individuals and personalities
Ability to work in a fast-paced changing environment with limited supervision
Excellent organizational, scheduling, and prioritization skills
Exceptional written and verbal communication skills
Intermediate typing and computer skills; 40+ WPM recommended
Ability to speak for extended periods, hear sufficiently, and accurately record, read, and transcribe words and numbers
Demonstrated metrics in quality, timeliness, and production
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

Benefits

Comp & perks

Overtime eligibility
Shift differential eligibility
Discretionary bonus eligibility
Temporary Duty Assignments opportunities several times per year ranging from 14–30 days