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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.