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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 Supervisor - Unarmed
Company: ADM Security Solutions
Location: Dallas, TX
Posted Aug 15, 2025
The successful candidate must have at least 2 years of security supervisor experience or experience in a related field. Be at least 21 years of age.
M&A Hybrid Cloud Infrastructure Senior Manager
Company: Deloitte
Location: San Diego, CA
Posted Aug 15, 2025
We modernize core infrastructure, networks, and AI platforms from the data center to the edge and develop new infrastructure and device services that help…
Security Operations Center Officer
Company: Allied Universal
Location: New York, NY
Posted Aug 15, 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…
Part Time Institutional Research Data Analyst
Company: Houston Christian University
Location: Houston, TX
Posted Aug 15, 2025
Familiarity with data visualization tools (Power BI) and reporting automation tools (Argos) preferred. Proven statistical analysis skills, including proficiency…
Staff Software Engineer - AMR Planning & Controls
Company: General Motors
Location: Mountain View, CA
Posted Aug 15, 2025
Contribute to testing and validation workflows, including simulation (SIL), hardware-in-the-loop (HIL), and field testing.
Ravenswood Studio, Overhire Carpenter
Company: Ravenswood Studio
Location: Lincolnwood, IL
Posted Aug 15, 2025
Provide and maintain personal hand tools, cordless power tools, layout tools, and appropriate tool storage. Relevant degree/diploma, professional certification,…
Data Systems Analyst 3
Company: UC San Diego
Location: San Diego, CA
Posted Aug 15, 2025
CAIDA investigates both practical and theoretical aspects of the Internet, with particular focus on topics that are macroscopic in nature and provide enhanced…
Custodian
Company: Giesecke+Devrient
Location: Bolingbrook, IL
Posted Aug 15, 2025
Use industrial walk-behind floor scrubber. Maintain cleanliness of floors, including sweeping, mopping, and waxing. High School Diploma or GED preferred.
M&A Hybrid Cloud Infrastructure Senior Manager
Company: Deloitte
Location: San Antonio, TX
Posted Aug 15, 2025
We modernize core infrastructure, networks, and AI platforms from the data center to the edge and develop new infrastructure and device services that help…
Academic Ob Hospitalist Physician
Company: Atrium Health
Location: Charlotte, North Carolina
Posted Aug 15, 2025
Graphic Designer
Company: Pacific Health Group
Location: Media, PA
Posted Aug 15, 2025
You partner with the Publicist or other department managers to design a series of social graphics, event banners, and print flyers for a new mental health…