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About the Role

Peraton is seeking a full-time Background Investigator near Austin, TX. This role is critical for conducting government background investigations to determine employment suitability for individuals requiring access to sensitive U.S. Government information.

Responsibilities

• Complete a 6-7 week new Investigator training program, virtually and in-person, to be certified in Federal Investigative Standards.
• Travel daily to conduct in-person background investigations.
• Schedule and conduct face-to-face interviews with subjects, neighbors, employers, friends, and family.
• Perform record searches at police agencies, courthouses, educational institutions, financial institutions, and medical/mental health facilities.
• Type and report all obtained information clearly and concisely using a government-issued computer system.
• Work independently and as part of a team of Investigators and with a Field Manager.

Requirements

• Reside within 50 miles of Austin, TX city center.
• Possess 4 years of general work experience or a bachelor's degree.
• Be able to obtain and maintain a Top Secret eligible clearance.
• Be a U.S. citizen.
• Be able to travel daily locally and outside of the primary work area as needed.
• Maintain a home office.
• Be available for Temporary Duty Assignments (TDY)/remote travel ranging from 14-30 days away from home per TDY.
• Possess a valid driver's license and use reliable transportation.
• Carry sufficient motor vehicle insurance.
• Type accurately and efficiently (40+ WPM recommended).
• Be able to work within multiple computer programs concurrently.
• Be able to speak for extended periods and hear sufficiently for communication.
• Be able to record, read, and transcribe words and numbers with high accuracy.
• Possess proficient grammar and writing skills for high-quality reports with minimal errors.
• Be able to interact professionally with others.
• Be able to write for long periods.
• Meet expectations for attendance and punctuality.
• Be able to pay attention to details while conducting fieldwork.
• Maintain a high level of confidentiality, ethics, and integrity.
• Adhere to professional attire requirements.
• Be able to lift and move up to 10 pounds, climb stairs, walk extensively, stand for long periods, and drive in adverse or night conditions.

Skills

• Typing (40+ WPM recommended)
• Working within multiple computer programs concurrently
• Speaking for extended periods
• Hearing sufficiently for communication
• Recording, reading, and transcribing words and numbers with high accuracy
• Proficient grammar and writing skills
• Professional interaction with others
• Writing for long periods
• Attention to detail
• Confidentiality
• Ethics
• Integrity
• Organizational skills
• Scheduling skills
• Prioritization skills
• Communication skills

Location

• Austin, TX

Work Type

• Full-time
• Daily travel required
• Remote supervision

Experience Level

• 4 years of general work experience or a bachelor's degree
• Experience conducting federal background investigations preferred

Education Level

• Bachelor's degree

Salary/Compensations

• $26.07 per hour

About the Company

• 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, Peraton delivers 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.
• Peraton employees solve the most daunting challenges facing customers.

Equal Opportunity

• EEO: Equal opportunity employer, including disability and protected veterans, or other characteristics protected by law.