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Background Investigator - Independent Contractor ? Remote

Peraton

Remote

Part-time

Re-posted 8 days ago

Peraton rating

8.3

Company rating: 8.3 out of 10

Based on 56 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

46th of 221 rated it services

Job description

Responsibilities
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 Remote 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.
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 Remote 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
  • 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 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.

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Peraton Overview
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 do the can't be done by solving the most daunting challenges facing our customers. Visit peraton.com to learn how we're keeping people around the world safe and secure.
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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.
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At Peraton, we re at the forefront of delivering the next big thing every day. We re the partner of choice to help solve some of the world s most daunting challenges, delivering bold, new solutions to keep people around the world safer and more secure.

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Headquarters location

Herndon, VA, US

Year founded

2017

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