Senior Field Background Investigator - Travel Required

Peraton; Valdosta (GA); On-site; USD 52,348 - 57,859; Full time

Job summary

Peraton is seeking a full-time experienced background investigator near Valdosta, GA. Applicants must reside within 50 miles of Valdosta city center and maintain a home office.

The role requires daily travel for in-person background investigations, face-to-face interviews, and extensive record searches across multiple agencies. Candidates must hold a Top Secret clearance and demonstrate exceptional ethics and attention to detail.

Qualifications

• Must be able to obtain and maintain a Top Secret clearance.
• U.S. citizenship.
• High School diploma minimum.
• 1 year of specialized Federal Background Investigative experience within the last five years.
• 3 years of general investigative experience within the last five years and completion of “New Investigator” training.
• Valid driver’s license and a personal vehicle.
• Daily travel required locally and outside of primary work area.
• Home office required.
• Must reside within the stated mileage requirement posted in job description.

Responsibilities

• Travel daily for in-person background investigations to determine employment suitability for sensitive or classified U.S. government information.
• Schedule and conduct face-to-face interviews with subjects, neighbors, employers, and friends.
• Perform record searches at police agencies, courthouses, schools, financial institutions, and health facilities.
• Type and report all information in a clear, concise report on a government system.
• Work independently and as part of a team with a Field Manager.
• Maintain confidentiality, ethics, and integrity; professional attire required.

Skills

Interviewing

Report writing

Travel readiness

Confidentiality

Attention to detail

Education

High School diploma

New Investigator training

Job description

Peraton is seeking a full-time experienced background investigator near Valdosta, GA. Applicants must reside within 50 miles of Valdosta city center and maintain a home office.

The role requires daily travel for in-person background investigations, face-to-face interviews, and extensive record searches across multiple agencies. Candidates must hold a Top Secret clearance and demonstrate exceptional ethics and attention to detail.