Federal Background Investigator – Independent Contractor

Peraton; Herndon (VA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 83,000; Full time

Job summary

Peraton seeks Independent Contractors for Background Investigator roles across the United States. You will conduct interviews, gather documents, and report findings to federal customers.

This is a 1099 contractor position with pay based on tasks and activities performed. Applicants should have 4 years of general work experience or a bachelor’s degree, US citizenship, and the ability to obtain/maintain a Top Secret clearance.

Qualifications

• 4 years of general work experience or a bachelor's degree
• Active federal background investigation with a TS clearance is preferred
• Must be a U.S. citizen and reside within the U.S.
• Independent Contractor must maintain a business license, EIN, and business bank account
• Work typically within a 50-mile radius of home location; pay is task-based

Responsibilities

• Conduct background investigations to determine employment suitability for sensitive or classified information
• Interview subjects, neighbors, employers, friends, and family
• Perform records searches at police, court, educational, financial, and health facilities
• Provide clear, concise reports of findings in government systems

Skills

Top Secret clearance

US citizenship

Typing 40+ WPM

Interviewing & reporting

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Peraton seeks Independent Contractors for Background Investigator roles across the United States. You will conduct interviews, gather documents, and report findings to federal customers.

This is a 1099 contractor position with pay based on tasks and activities performed. Applicants should have 4 years of general work experience or a bachelor’s degree, US citizenship, and the ability to obtain/maintain a Top Secret clearance.