Background Investigation & Compliance Analyst

SGS Consulting; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

SGS Consulting seeks an experienced Background Investigations Specialist in the United States to conduct CIP background checks and monitor renewals for personnel. You will coordinate investigations through third-party vendors, review results for accuracy and compliance, and maintain confidential records.

You will support NERC-related screening activities, analyze data, and communicate with internal teams and vendors while using Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint for reporting.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree preferred; 2–5 years in background investigations, HR recruiting, compliance, or related field.
• Experience with NERC CIP and compliance monitoring is a plus.
• Strong data analysis and documentation skills required.

Responsibilities

• Conduct and review CIP background checks.
• Process and monitor seven-year background check renewals for existing personnel.
• Coordinate background investigations through third-party screening vendors.
• Review background investigation results for completeness, accuracy, and compliance requirements.
• Support background investigation teams with NERC-related screening activities.
• Research and analyze background investigation data and related records.
• Monitor background check status and follow up on outstanding requirements.
• Maintain accurate and confidential background investigation documentation.
• Utilize third-party vendor portals to initiate, track, and manage background screening activities.
• Support physical security and compliance-related processes.
• Identify discrepancies or issues in background investigation information and coordinate appropriate follow-up.
• Assist with compliance projects and background investigation initiatives.

Skills

Background Investigations

Background Checks

NERC CIP

NERC Compliance

Compliance Monitoring

Background Check Renewals

Vendor Portals

Third-Party Vendor Management

Physical Security

Data Analysis

Data Research

Compliance Documentation

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Outlook

Microsoft PowerPoint

PC/Desktop Skills

Project Management

Multitasking

Organization

Problem Solving

Attention to Detail

Written and Verbal Communication

Confidential Information Handling

Energy Industry Knowledge Preferred

Education

Bachelor's degree preferred

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Outlook

Microsoft PowerPoint

Job description

Job Responsibilities:

• Conduct and review NERC Critical Infrastructure Protection (CIP) background checks
• Process and monitor seven-year background check renewals for existing personnel
• Coordinate background investigations through third-party screening vendors
• Review background investigation results for completeness, accuracy, and compliance requirements
• Support background investigation teams with NERC-related screening activities
• Research and analyze background investigation data and related records
• Monitor background check status and follow up on outstanding requirements
• Maintain accurate and confidential background investigation documentation
• Utilize third-party vendor portals to initiate, track, and manage background screening activities
• Support physical security and compliance-related processes
• Identify discrepancies or issues in background investigation information and coordinate appropriate follow-up
• Assist with compliance projects and background investigation initiatives
• Apply strong organizational skills to manage multiple investigations, deadlines, and systems simultaneously
• Communicate effectively with internal teams, vendors, and other stakeholders
• Use Microsoft Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint for reporting, tracking, and documentation
• Support project management activities related to background investigations and compliance
• Ensure assigned activities are completed accurately and within established timelines
• Perform additional background investigation and compliance duties as assigned

Skills:

• Background Investigations
• Background Checks
• NERC CIP
• NERC Compliance
• Compliance Monitoring
• Background Check Renewals
• Third-Party Vendor Management
• Vendor Portals
• Physical Security
• Data Analysis
• Data Research
• Compliance Documentation
• Microsoft Excel
• Microsoft Outlook
• Microsoft PowerPoint
• PC/Desktop Skills
• Project Management
• Multitasking
• Organization
• Problem Solving
• Attention to Detail
• Written and Verbal Communication
• Confidential Information Handling
• Energy Industry Knowledge Preferred

Education/Experience:

Bachelor's degree preferred. 2-5 years of experience in background investigations, HR recruiting, compliance, or a related field