Background Investigation Jobs in New York City, NY

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Primary Care Physician - WellMed - Trinity, FL

Company: UnitedHealth Group

Location: New Port Richey, FL

Posted Jan 25, 2025

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IoT reliability platform Enterprise Account Executive meet quarterly sales goals

Enterprise Account Executive

Company: Memfault

Location: New York City, NY

Posted Jan 25, 2025

Memfault, an IoT reliability platform, is seeking an experienced Enterprise Account Executive. The role involves meeting quarterly sales goals, generating pipeline, managing opportunities in Salesforce, and understanding the product to communicate business value. The ideal candidate has 5+ years of B2B SaaS sales experience, a record of meeting $1M ARR quota, and experience selling to product engineering buying committees. Memfault is committed to diversity and inclusion, and recently closed a $24M Series B funding round.

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AI Product Manager - Infrastructure - Executive Director

Company: JPMorgan Chase

Location: New York, NY

Posted Jan 25, 2025

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Assistant Director & Associate, Actuarial Student, Global Reinsurance Actuarial

Company: The Hartford

Location: New York, NY

Posted Jan 25, 2025

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Senior Manager, Incentive Design

Company: Capital One

Location: New York, NY

Posted Jan 25, 2025

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Senior Manager, Growth Marketing

Company: Rent the Runway

Location: New York, NY

Posted Jan 25, 2025

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2025 Intern - IBM Product Marketing

Company: IBM

Location: New York, NY

Posted Jan 25, 2025

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Truck Driver - MARCY NY

Company: Walmart

Location: Utica, NY

Posted Jan 25, 2025

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Postdoctoral Researcher, Fundamental AI Research (PhD)

Company: Meta

Location: New York, NY

Posted Jan 25, 2025

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Market Structure Optimization Engineer

Company: Hudson River Trading

Location: New York, NY

Posted Jan 25, 2025

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Senior Manager, Design Lead - Brand and Marketing

Company: Capital One

Location: New York, NY

Posted Jan 25, 2025

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Mechanical Journeyperson (Machine Repair) -Tonawanda

Company: General Motors

Location: Buffalo, NY

Posted Jan 25, 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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