Background Investigation Jobs
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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.
Senior React Native Engineer
Company: Nearform
Location: UK
Posted Dec 13, 2025
A 6-month remote contract for a Senior React Native Engineer at Nearform, offering collaboration with top companies and opportunities to build innovative AI solutions. Responsibilities include designing applications, optimizing performance, and working in agile environments. The process includes a technical assessment and interview with a Hiring Manager.
Senior Cloud Network Engineer
Company: First Advantage
Location: USA
Posted Dec 13, 2025
This job posting seeks a Senior Cloud Network Engineer to design and manage multicloud networks for First Advantage, emphasizing strategic planning, operational management, and collaboration with global teams. The role requires expertise in AWS, networking protocols, and certifications, with a competitive salary range of $120,000-$150,000. The company highlights its commitment to diversity, innovation, and employee growth.
Principal Product Designer
Company: Sunbit
Location: USA
Posted Dec 13, 2025
Sunbit is a fast-growing fintech company offering financial technology solutions with AI-driven platforms focused on customer service, inclusion, and transparency. They seek a Principal Product Designer to lead strategic design initiatives while providing competitive benefits and a people-first culture.
Senior Security Engineer - Incident Response
Company: Canva
Location: UK
Posted Dec 13, 2025
The role involves leading security incident response and working in a flexible, supportive environment. Canva offers equity, parental leave, and a collaborative culture with opportunities for growth and innovation.
Marketing Automation and Platform Lead
Company: Gametime United
Location: USA
Posted Dec 13, 2025
This job description outlines a role focused on marketing automation and machine learning at Gametime, emphasizing cross-functional collaboration, ML model development, and strategic leadership. It details responsibilities, competencies, and requirements for the position, along with company benefits.
Vice President of Product Management
Company: Modern Health
Location: USA
Posted Dec 13, 2025
This job description outlines a senior product management role with responsibilities spanning cross-functional collaboration, strategic vision, and team leadership. It highlights competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and opportunities for professional growth in a dynamic startup environment.
Account Coordinator - Direct Mail
Company: MissionWired
Location: USA
Posted Dec 13, 2025
MissionWired supports nonprofits with innovative fundraising strategies, emphasizing social impact and diversity. They offer competitive benefits and remote work, seeking an Account Coordinator.
Director - Global Compensation
Company: GitLab
Location: North America,Latin America
Posted Dec 13, 2025
This job description outlines the Director Global Compensation role at GitLab, detailing responsibilities for shaping global compensation strategies, collaborating with cross-functional teams, and managing analytics. It emphasizes scalability, equity, and alignment with business goals while specifying salary ranges and required qualifications.
Financial Crimes Investigations Lead
Company: Stripe
Location: USA
Posted Dec 13, 2025
Stripe seeks a Financial Crimes Investigations Lead to manage global compliance efforts, requiring expertise in AML regulations and team leadership. The role involves leading investigations, conducting risk assessments, and collaborating with financial partners while adhering to complex regulatory frameworks.
Customer Success Director (Industrial Vertical)
Company: First Advantage
Location: USA
Posted Dec 13, 2025
This job posting highlights a Customer Success Director role at First Advantage, emphasizing account management, sales growth, and strategic account planning. The company promotes a global inclusive workforce, remote work flexibility, and competitive benefits including healthcare, retirement plans, and paid time off. It positions itself as a leader in background screening solutions with opportunities for career growth and technological innovation.
Partner Sales Director - Global System Integrator (GSI)
Company: Canonical
Location: Anywhere
Posted Dec 13, 2025
Canonical promotes itself as a leading open-source provider with global enterprise presence, highlighting Ubuntu's adoption in cloud, AI, and IoT. The text emphasizes growth opportunities, partnership roles, and a distributed work environment with benefits like travel allowances and professional development.
Staff Software Engineer
Company: Magnet Forensics
Location: USA
Posted Dec 13, 2025
Magnet Forensics, a global leader in digital forensics, seeks a Staff Software Engineer to innovate and scale their cloud-native data processing systems. The role offers competitive compensation, mentorship, and opportunities to impact digital investigations worldwide.