National Security Background Investigator (Contract)

ISN; Bethesda (MD); On-site; USD 55,000 - 83,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive Medical Coverage with Rx

Dental Insurance

Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)

Short/Long-Term Disability

Basic Life Insurance

401(k)

Paid Time Off

Professional growth and leadership dev

Job summary

ISN Corporation is actively recruiting Background Investigators to support a National Security Clearance program. Investigators will conduct federal background investigations, including interviews and record reviews, to support national security and public trust missions.

This role is for independent contractors and requires adherence to strict guidelines, strong integrity, and ability to work independently across multiple cases with government systems and MS Office.

Qualifications

• 3 years of general investigative experience within the last 5 years & completion of “New Investigator” training & at least a high school diploma or equivalent.
• 1 year of specialized Federal background investigative experience within the last five years & at least a high school diploma or equivalent
• Completion of “New Investigator” training & at least a bachelor’s degree

Responsibilities

• Conduct federal background investigations, including subject interviews and record reviews.
• Perform interviews with references, employers, neighbors, and other sources.
• Review and analyze records (criminal, employment, education, financial, and other public records).
• Prepare accurate, thorough, and timely written investigative reports; meet strict quality and timeliness standards.
• Maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information appropriately.
• Use government-provided systems and adhere to investigative guidelines.
• Excellent time management and organizational skills.
• Work independently and manage multiple cases.
• Proficiency with investigative reporting systems and Microsoft Office tools.

Skills

Investigation

Interviewing

Record review

Report writing

MS Office

Case management

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

ISN Corporation is actively recruiting Background Investigators to support a National Security Clearance program. Investigators will conduct federal background investigations, including interviews and record reviews, to support national security and public trust missions.

This role is for independent contractors and requires adherence to strict guidelines, strong integrity, and ability to work independently across multiple cases with government systems and MS Office.