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.
Security Officer - Corporate Patrol
Company: Allied Universal®
Location: Phoenix, AZ
Posted Aug 18, 2025
A valid driver’s license will be required for driving positions only. A valid guard card or license is preferred. CPR and first aid certification is preferred.
Therapist Radiation Graduate- On Call
Company: Kaiser Permanente
Location: Portland, Oregon
Posted Aug 18, 2025
Commercial Hvac Installer Foreman (8+yrs Exp)
Company: Future Air
Location: San Jose, CA
Posted Aug 18, 2025
Valid driver’s license and a clean driving record. Identify issues between drawing and field conditions to develop RFIs. • Hole cutting in metal ductwork.
Senior Machine Learning Engineer (ML Algorithms, Deep Learning, Python, AWS)
Company: Capital One
Location: New York, NY
Posted Aug 18, 2025
Master's or doctoral degree in computer science, electrical engineering, mathematics, or a similar field. You’ll participate in the detailed technical design,…
Part Time Security Officer - Shopping Complex
Company: Allied Universal®
Location: San Diego, CA
Posted Aug 18, 2025
A valid driver’s license will be required for driving positions only. As a condition of employment, applicants will be subject to a background investigation in…
Emergency Medicine Opportunity in Baker City, OR
Company: Trinity Health
Location: Baker City, Oregon
Posted Aug 18, 2025
Home Improvement Sales
Company: EI&C
Location: El Cajon, CA
Posted Aug 18, 2025
Valid CA drivers license with a clean driving record. Problem solving in the field, including resolving customer concerns and complaints.
Senior Manager - Global Payment Network Information Security Office (ISO) Consultant
Company: Capital One
Location: Chicago, IL
Posted Aug 18, 2025
Collaborating with enterprise cyber teams and tech architects in defining and driving the cyber architecture strategy and guiding principles for the…
Physician for Dermatology in Northwest Portland Oregon
Company: The Oregon Clinic P.C.
Location: Portland, Oregon
Posted Aug 18, 2025
Security Professional - Screening Patrol - Part Time
Company: Allied Universal®
Location: Phoenix, AZ
Posted Aug 18, 2025
A valid driver’s license will be required for driving positions only. A valid guard card or license is preferred. Fri 08:00 AM - 12:00 PM.
Senior Manager - Global Payment Network Information Security Office (ISO) Consultant
Company: Capital One
Location: Chicago, IL
Posted Aug 18, 2025
Collaborating with enterprise cyber teams and tech architects in defining and driving the cyber architecture strategy and guiding principles for the…
Security Officer - School
Company: Allied Universal®
Location: La Jolla, CA
Posted Aug 18, 2025
A valid driver’s license will be required for driving positions only. As a condition of employment, applicants will be subject to a background investigation in…