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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.
Unarmed Security Officer - 2nd Shift - Part Time/Full Time
Company: Prosegur
Location: Santa Clara, CA
Posted Sep 02, 2025
Clean driving record and valid driver license. Interact with clients, visitors, employees, and the public in a professional manner.
Retail Sales Associate (Electronics Repair)
Company: Asurion
Location: La Grange, IL
Posted Sep 02, 2025
Provide technical expertise, troubleshoot, and repair customer electronic devices. Through interactions with customers, our experts demonstrate integrity in…
P-3 SCA Janitor / Secret / Interim Secret
Company: Northrop Grumman
Location: Jacksonville, FL
Posted Sep 02, 2025
Ability to obtain/maintain a DoD Secret level security clearance. Your duties involve a combination of the following: Sweeping, mopping or scrubbing, and…
Sr. Associate, BI & Analytics
Company: Ledgent Technology
Location: Los Angeles, CA
Posted Sep 02, 2025
BS/BA Degree in Finance, Economics, Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field. Advanced Degree in Degree in Finance, Economics, Computer Science,…
Sr. PM Data Analytics & Integration
Company: Ledgent Technology
Location: Pasadena, CA
Posted Sep 02, 2025
This role will drive modernization and integration efforts involving platforms such as Microsoft Fabric, Data Bricks, master data and quality data management…
HVAC Technician II, Facilities Management
Company: Mount Saint Mary's University
Location: Los Angeles, CA
Posted Sep 02, 2025
Valid class "C" driver's license. Must be able to work well with other technicians, including outside vendors and contractors, other university departments, and…
Full Time Security Officers Needed-Rover Must Have Open Availability
Company: GuardTexas
Location: Austin, TX
Posted Sep 02, 2025
Write reports of daily activities and irregularities, such as equipment or property damage, theft, presence of unauthorized persons, or unusual occurrences…
Customer Service Lead Construction Supply
Company: SouthernCarlson, Inc.
Location: Phoenix, AZ
Posted Sep 02, 2025
The vision of SouthernCarlson is to develop strong business relationships so we understand our customers' individual needs and provide the best possible service…
Hospital Security Officer
Company: American Heritage Protective Services, Inc.
Location: Olympia Fields, IL
Posted Sep 02, 2025
Receive all emergency and non-emergency incoming calls to the dispatch center while soliciting descriptive information to determine the nature and urgency of…
Carpenter Foreman
Company: Superior Skilled Trades
Location: Seattle, WA
Posted Sep 02, 2025
Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation. Read and interpret blueprints, shop drawings, and specifications to plan daily field operations.
Technology Leadership Program - Risk & Security Analyst
Company: Vanguard
Location: Malvern, PA
Posted Sep 02, 2025
Bachelor's or Master's degree with a concentration in computer science, computer engineering, IST, IT, CIS, Security, Risk, Cybersecurity or related technical/…
Unarmed Security
Company: Platinum Security
Location: San Diego, CA
Posted Sep 02, 2025
Protect property, employees, and visitors on-site. 1 year of security experience (Required). _*\*MUST HAVE VALID GUARD AND CPR*_. Must be at least 18 years old.