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Background Investigation positions are experiencing a surge as companies tighten compliance and data security. The defense, aviation, healthcare, and fintech sectors now require rigorous background checks to meet regulatory mandates and protect critical assets. This demand fuels rapid hiring, offering professionals a chance to work on high-impact projects and stay ahead of evolving threats.
Roles span from investigator, analyst, and compliance officer to field officer and digital forensic specialist. Typical duties include gathering public and proprietary records, conducting interviews, verifying credentials, and leveraging tools such as LexisNexis, Accuity, Palantir, and OSINT platforms like Maltego. Analysts also apply risk scoring models and generate actionable reports for hiring managers or security teams.
Salary transparency is vital because background investigators deal with sensitive data and high-stakes decisions. Clear pay ranges help attract talent with niche skills, benchmark against cybersecurity or risk management roles, and ensure fair compensation for the rigorous training required, such as CBSP or CISA certifications.
Journeyman Electrician
Company: Proman Skilled Trades
Location: Houston, TX
Posted Oct 09, 2025
Must have active TDLR Journeyman Electrician license. Must have own hand tools for the trade and reliable transportation. OSHA 10 required on some jobsites.
Graphic Designer
Company: Mint Cannabis
Location: Tempe, AZ
Posted Oct 09, 2025
Must be at least 21 years of age and eligible for a state-issued cannabis license. Must be 21+ and eligible for state cannabis licensing. Ready to grow with us?
Substitute Teacher K-12
Company: Scoot Education
Location: San Diego, CA
Posted Oct 09, 2025
Earn up to $168 - $221 for day-to-day assignments and more for long-term pay varies by certification, school, and assignment. A TB risk assessment or test.
Carpenter/ Carpenter apprentice
Company: PDHGroup
Location: Dallas, TX
Posted Oct 09, 2025
Must possess valid driver’s license and good driving record. Experience in a similar role or one that required a mechanical aptitude preferred.
HVAC Service Technician
Company: Will Fix It Plumbing, Heating, Cooling, Electrical
Location: San Antonio, TX
Posted Oct 09, 2025
All candidates are required to undergo pre-employment drug screen, background checks and must have a valid drivers license with good driving record.
Director of Pipeline and Relationship Management
Company: Western Washington University
Location: Washington State
Posted Oct 09, 2025
Lead UA's prospect qualification efforts, driving lead generation and establishing best practices and protocols for successful program implementation.
HEALTH FACILITIES SURVEILLANCE NURSE
Company: State of Illinois
Location: Westchester, IL
Posted Oct 09, 2025
Requires appropriate, valid Driver's license. This individual will conduct surveys of facilities, including state licensure, federal certification and complaint…
Service Electrician
Company: George-McKenna Electrical
Location: Dallas, TX
Posted Oct 09, 2025
Install, maintain, and repair electrical wiring, equipment and fixtures. GME is an Electrical, Security, and Structured Cabling Contractor with the capability…
Painter
Company: Naval Foundry and Propeller Center
Location: Philadelphia, PA
Posted Oct 09, 2025
Maintain painting equipment and tools in good working condition. Knowledge of painting techniques, tools, and materials. Full Time, 1st, 2nd or 3rd Shift.
Substitute Teacher K-12
Company: Scoot Education
Location: Austin, TX
Posted Oct 09, 2025
Earn up to $176 for day-to-day assignments and more for long-term pay varies by certification, school, and assignment. Have a teaching credential/certificate.
Second Shift Refrigeration Technician I
Company: Thermo King
Location: Houston, TX
Posted Oct 09, 2025
Must have own tools- DVOM, refrigeration gauges, hand tools, power tools, etc. One year of experience and TK certified or in the process of TK certification.
Security Operations Center (SOC) Analyst
Company: WESTCONTRACTRECRUITINGLLC
Location: Houston, TX
Posted Oct 09, 2025
Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or related field preferred; relevant experience may substitute for education. Forensic investigation: 1 year (Required).