Background Investigator - Independent Contractor

Peraton; United States; On-site; USD 28,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

PTO

Job summary

Peraton is seeking Independent Contractors for the Risk Decision Group to perform federal background investigations. Investigators interview subjects and gather records to determine suitability for access to sensitive U.S. government information, reporting findings via government systems.

Travel within a 50-mile radius is typical, and pay is task-based with contractor status. Candidates must be U.S. citizens, reside in the U.S., and maintain a business license/EIN.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or 4 years general work experience; federal investigations preferred
• Ability to obtain and maintain a Top Secret clearance; T5 adjudication preferred
• U.S. citizenship and residence in the U.S.
• Independent contractor must have a business license, EIN, and business bank account
• Field work within 50-mile radius of home location/primary work location
• Pay is based on tasks/activities performed
• Valid driver's license and reliable transportation; insurance required
• Strong typing and computer skills; proficient reading and transcription accuracy
• Ability to communicate clearly for extended periods by phone and in person

Responsibilities

• Conduct background investigations to determine employment suitability for access to sensitive information
• Interview subjects, neighbors, employers, friends, and family
• Perform records searches at police, court, education, and financial institutions
• Prepare clear, concise reports in government systems

Skills

Typing (40+ WPM)

Computer skills

Writing & communication

Organizational skills

Adaptability

Professional appearance

Interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor's degree or 4 years general experience

Tools

MS Office

Internet research

Job description

About Peraton

Peraton is a next-generation national security company that drives missions of consequence spanning the globe and extending to the farthest reaches of the galaxy. As the world's leading mission capability integrator and transformative enterprise IT provider, we deliver trusted, highly differentiated solutions and technologies to protect our nation and allies. Peraton operates at the critical nexus between traditional and nontraditional threats across all domains: land, sea, space, air, and cyberspace. The company serves as a valued partner to essential government agencies and supports every branch of the U.S. armed forces. Each day, our employees solve the most daunting challenges that our customers face. Visit peraton.com to learn how we're keeping people around the world safe and secure.

About Peraton

Peraton is a next-generation national security company that drives missions of consequence spanning the globe and extending to the farthest reaches of the galaxy. As the world's leading mission capability integrator and transformative enterprise IT provider, we deliver trusted, highly differentiated solutions and technologies to protect our nation and allies. Peraton operates at the critical nexus between traditional and nontraditional threats across all domains: land, sea, space, air, and cyberspace. The company serves as a valued partner to essential government agencies and supports every branch of the U.S. armed forces. Each day, our employees solve the most daunting challenges that our customers face. Visit peraton.com to learn how we're keeping people around the world safe and secure.

Program Overview

RDG (Risk Decision Group) provides nationwide background investigations compliant with national government standards to include support of continuous vetting for over 110 government agencies.

About The Role

PLEASE NOTE: This is a 1099 Contractor position which does not include benefits.

1099 Contractor position pay is based on work tasks and activities performed.

Peraton's Risk Decision Group is the leading provider of federal background investigation services, supporting numerous government agencies for 20+ years. We are currently seeking to fill a critical role for Independent Contractors. Our staff demonstrates exceptional quality, integrity and professionalism, with a focus on National Security. We have a skilled workforce of employees and contractors covering all 50 U.S. states, to include Guam, Puerto Rico and the Virgin Islands.

Investigators are typically expected to work in the field within a 50-mile radius of their home location/primary work location.

What you'll do:

Our investigative responsibilities include following operational policies when reviewing obtained information, interviewing friends and family, gathering related documents from law enforcement and credit agencies, and providing a summary of our findings to our federal government customers.

The Investigator will be responsible for the following but not limited to:

• Conducting background investigations for the purpose of determining employment suitability of persons who require access to sensitive or classified U.S. Government information
• Investigators will conduct interviews with the subject and their neighbors, employers, friends, and family
• Investigators will also perform record searches at police agencies, courthouses, educational and financial institutions, and medical/mental health facilities
• Investigators report all obtained information in a clear and concise report on an issued government computer system

Qualifications

Required qualifications:

• Candidates with 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
• Reside witin the U.S.
• Independent Contractor must maintain a business license. Business entities must also have an EIN obtained from the IRS and a business bank account.
• Investigators are typically expected to work in the field within a 50-mile radius of their home location/primary work location.
• As an independent contractor, pay is based on work tasks/activities performed.
• A valid driver's license and reliable transportation are required. May use public transportation if available and practical. Required to carry sufficient motor vehicle insurance.
• Intermediate typing (40+ WPM recommended) and computer skills
• 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
• Perform in a manner that prevents errors and omissions, maintain visual ability including close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and to adjust focus sufficiently to complete computer work
• Maintain high level of confidentiality ethics and integrity

Desired qualifications:

• Professional appearance and an ability to interact with a variety of individuals and personalities professionally and effectively
• Ability to work in a fast-paced changing environment
• Excellent organizational, scheduling and prioritization skills
• Proficient writing and communication skills

Training requirements:

• Investigators who do not have prior federal background investigations investigative experience or qualifying federal personnel security clearance investigations experience (documented training per National Training Standards) will be required to complete a New Investigator Training course. The NIT courses are inclusive of a 5 week virtual training course followed by 2 weeks of on the job training.
• NIT classroom instruction is conducted in an all virtual environment.

SCA / Union / Intern Rate or Range

Contractor Rate

Details

Target Salary Range: The rate / range per hour below represents the typical salary range for this position. Salary is determined by various factors, including but not limited to, the scope and responsibilities of the position, the individual's experience, education, knowledge, skills, and competencies, as well as geographic location and business and contract considerations. Depending on the position, employees may be eligible for overtime, shift differential, and a discretionary bonus in addition to base pay.

Benefits Statement: Peraton offers eligible employees a variety of benefits including medical, dental, vision, life, health savings account, short/long term disability, EAP, parental leave, 401(k), paid time off (PTO) for vacation, and company paid holidays. A full listing of available benefits can be viewed at https://www.careers.peraton.com/benefits.

Application Statements:

The application period for the job is estimated to be 30 days from the job posting date. However, this timeline may be shortened or extended depending on business needs and the availability of qualified candidates. By applying to this job, you are expressing interest in the role and the Company. During the review of your application, you may be required to participate in an on-camera interview, as well as participate in a process to verify your identity. Use of artificial intelligence (AI) tools of any kind during Peraton interviews is strictly prohibited unless the candidate has obtained prior written authorization. All interview responses must be the candidate's own.

EEO:

Equal opportunity employer, including disability and protected veterans, or other characteristics protected by law.