Background Investigation Jobs in New York City, NY

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GI Hospitalist, Assistant/Associate Professor, Internal Medicine, Gastroenterology (155371)

Company: Stony Brook University SUNY

Location: Stony Brook, New York

Posted Mar 31, 2025

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Physician - Pediatrics

Company: CHRISTUS Health

Location: Alamogordo, New Mexico

Posted Mar 30, 2025

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Community General Surgeon

Company: Dartmouth Health

Location: Claremont, New Hampshire

Posted Mar 30, 2025

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Pediatric Infectious Diseases Physician

Company: Mount Sinai Services of the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai--Elmhurst and Queens Programs

Location: Elmhurst, New York

Posted Mar 31, 2025

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Assistant/Associate Professor, Non-Tenure Track Full Time Position

Company: Rutgers School of Dental Medicine

Location: Newark, New Jersey

Posted Mar 30, 2025

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Amazing Cardiothoracic Surgeon Opportunity at the Oklahoma City VA, Oklahoma.

Company: Department of Veterans Affairs

Location: Oklahoma City, Oklahoma

Posted Mar 31, 2025

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Company: Pennrose

Location: Brooklyn, NY

Posted Apr 04, 2025

Requires a valid driver’s license, an insured vehicle, and the ability to travel (between properties, on-call emergencies, training, etc.).

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Family Medicine Full-Time Opportunity

Company: Kaiser Permanente – Southern California Permanente Medical Group

Location: Panorama City, California

Posted Mar 30, 2025

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Outpatient Internal Medicine Physician- Forest City, Iowa- $100,000 sign-on bonus

Company: Trinity Health

Location: Forest City, Iowa

Posted Mar 31, 2025

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Driver/ Armed Guard

Company: Rapid Armored Corp

Location: Brooklyn, NY

Posted Apr 03, 2025

Must have valid New York State driver license, no points or accidents. Sign on Bonus (Combined total $1500), paid after 60 & 180 days of employment.

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Section Chief - Headache Medicine

Company: Dartmouth Health

Location: Lebanon, New Hampshire

Posted Mar 30, 2025

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Academic Hospitalist, Clinical Assistant/Associate Professor, OBGYN, General

Company: Stony Brook University SUNY

Location: Stony Brook, New York

Posted Mar 31, 2025

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the typical salary ranges for Background Investigation roles at different seniority levels?
Entry‑level investigators earn between $45,000 and $60,000 annually, while mid‑level professionals range from $60,000 to $85,000. Senior investigators typically earn $85,000 to $110,000, and managerial positions can command $110,000 to $140,000, with regional variations reflecting cost of living and demand.
What skills and certifications are essential for a career in background investigation?
Core skills include investigative research, data analysis, OSINT, legal and regulatory compliance, and report writing. Key certifications are Certified Background Screening Professional (CBSP), Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA), Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP), Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE), and ISO/IEC 27001 Lead Implementer. Proficiency with LexisNexis, Accuity, Palantir, Checkr, and Maltego enhances employability.
Can Background Investigation jobs be performed remotely?
Many analyst, compliance, and digital forensic roles are fully remote, accessed via secure VPNs and cloud‑based reporting tools. Field investigators and on‑site compliance officers typically require physical presence, but hybrid models are increasingly common.
What are common career progression paths in background investigation?
Typical advancement follows Investigator → Senior Investigator → Lead Investigator → Manager → Director. Digital forensic specialists may progress to Senior Forensic Lead or Chief Security Officer, while compliance roles can evolve into Regulatory Affairs Lead or Head of Risk Management.
What trends are shaping the background investigation industry?
The industry is moving toward AI‑driven screening, machine‑learning risk scoring, and automated credential verification. Compliance with GDPR, CCPA, and emerging data‑privacy laws drives new protocols. Cloud‑based platforms, blockchain credential verification, and expanded demand from fintech, healthcare, and defense sectors are also accelerating growth.

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