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.
SOC Analyst I Hybrid
Company: Motorola Solutions
Location: San Antonio, TX
Posted Aug 15, 2025
Familiar with managing & analyzing alerts from security tools such as firewalls and IDS/IPS, endpoint detection and response (EDR) tools.
Security Officer - Armed (Auburn Highland BC)
Company: Allied Universal
Location: Chicago, IL
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…
Custodian (Part-Time)*
Company: City of Henderson
Location: Henderson, NV
Posted Aug 14, 2025
Graduation from high school or the equivalentSix (6) months of full-time experience performing custodial maintenance dutiesNote: An equivalent combination of…
Learning & Leadership Program Manager
Company: Port of Seattle
Location: Seattle, WA
Posted Aug 14, 2025
As the Learning & Leadership Program Manager, you will be responsible for collaboratively leading the design and implementation of the organization’s leadership…
Senior Accountant
Company: Ledgent Finance & Accounting
Location: Phoenix, AZ
Posted Aug 15, 2025
Bachelor's in Accounting or related field. For unincorporated Los Angeles county, to the extent our customers require a background check for certain positions,…
Project Coordinator
Company: Project Resources Group
Location: San Antonio, TX
Posted Aug 15, 2025
Experience with contractors and coordinating multi-site projects. This role involves administrative office responsibilities, ensuring the execution of outside…
Bridge & Bldg Carpenter Help- Chicago, IL
Company: Union Pacific
Location: Chicago, IL
Posted Aug 15, 2025
Execute a range of tasks such as painting, framing, and installing bridge timbers, conducting pile driving, executing masonry repairs on bridges (including…
Senior Backend Developer
Company: Ryder System
Location: Jacksonville, FL
Posted Aug 15, 2025
Bachelor's Degree in computer science, software engineering, or equivalent foundational experience; or 4 years of practical experience developing software,…
SOC Analyst I Hybrid
Company: Motorola Solutions
Location: San Antonio, TX
Posted Aug 15, 2025
Familiar with managing & analyzing alerts from security tools such as firewalls and IDS/IPS, endpoint detection and response (EDR) tools.
Dual Immersion Teacher (Bilingual Spanish & English) - Certificated
Company: Voices College-Bound Language Academies
Location: San Jose, CA
Posted Aug 14, 2025
Collaborate closely with other teachers, consultants, and the principal to align curriculum across subjects, improve own and others’ instructional practices and…
Journeyman Plumber - Residential
Company: Drain Bears
Location: Las Vegas, NV
Posted Aug 14, 2025
Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record. Ability to operate plumbing tools and equipment safely and effectively.
Senior Provider Relations Representative - Remote within WA, MO, or NC
Company: UnitedHealthcare
Location: Seattle, WA
Posted Aug 14, 2025
Contribute to design and implementation of programs that build/nurture positive relationships between the health plan, providers and practice managers.