Field Federal Background Investigator

Peraton; Gainesville (FL); On-site; USD 74,390,000 - 77,146,000; Full time

Job summary

Peraton is seeking a full-time background investigator near Gainesville, FL. You will travel locally to interview subjects, gather records, and report findings in a government system. The role requires Top Secret eligibility and residence within 25 miles of Gainesville, with TDY possible.

You must have U.S. citizenship, a valid driver’s license, and be able to work independently as part of a field team, with home-office requirements and strong writing skills.

Qualifications

• Must be able to obtain and maintain a Top Secret eligible clearance; Active federal background investigation with a T5 adjudication is preferred
• US citizenship is required
• Daily local travel and possible TDY travel (14–30 days)
• Home office required
• Must reside within 25 miles of Gainesville, FL
• Reliable transportation and valid driver’s license required
• Strong typing and multi-program data entry skills
• Excellent writing and communication abilities, with high attention to detail

Responsibilities

• Complete a 6–7 week training to become certified in the Federal Investigative Standards
• Travel daily to conduct in-person background investigations
• Schedule and conduct face-to-face interviews with subjects, neighbors, employers, and others
• Perform record searches at police agencies, courthouses, schools, financial and medical facilities
• Type and report findings in a government IT system with clarity and conciseness
• Work independently within a team of investigators and with a Field Manager

Skills

Background investigation

Interviewing

Record searches

Typing 40 WPM

Security clearance

Citizenship

Driving

Education

Bachelor's degree

4 years general work experience

Job description

Peraton is seeking a full-time background investigator near Gainesville, FL. You will travel locally to interview subjects, gather records, and report findings in a government system. The role requires Top Secret eligibility and residence within 25 miles of Gainesville, with TDY possible.

You must have U.S. citizenship, a valid driver’s license, and be able to work independently as part of a field team, with home-office requirements and strong writing skills.