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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.
Nurse Manager II, Telemetry
Company: Kaiser Permanente
Location: Walnut Creek, California
Posted Aug 05, 2025
Principal Data Scientist - Remote
Company: Optum
Location: San Diego, CA
Posted Aug 05, 2025
8+ years of experience in machine learning or data science: data analysis, algorithm design, model architecture specification, machine learning algorithm…
Analyst (Multi-Family Housing Bonds)
Company: Los Angeles County Development Authority
Location: Alhambra, CA
Posted Aug 05, 2025
Prepares program and project scope, descriptions, and implementation plans; assesses feasibility of program and project implementation and impact to Authority…
Graphic Designer
Company: Run Studios Llc
Location: Seattle, WA
Posted Aug 05, 2025
Experience in B2B design, video editing, and motion graphics is a strong plus. Physical demands of the job, including bending, sitting, lifting and driving.
Graphic Designer
Company: Run Studios Llc
Location: Santa Clara, CA
Posted Aug 05, 2025
Experience in B2B design, video editing, and motion graphics is a strong plus. Physical demands of the job, including bending, sitting, lifting and driving.
Staff Data Scientist
Company: The University of Chicago
Location: Chicago, IL
Posted Aug 05, 2025
Serving as a reference for staff, faculty members, and Gen3 users as technical subject matter expert by applying principles of data science to define and scope…
Machine Operator - 2nd shift
Company: Channell Commercial Corp
Location: North Las Vegas, NV
Posted Aug 05, 2025
Power tools and hand tools. Good mechanical skills, use of hand/power tools. Physical Demands: Standing and walking (up to continuously); bend/stoop, twist neck…
Flooring Expert, Tile, Hardwood, Vinyl
Company: Essential Building Group co
Location: Chicago, IL
Posted Aug 05, 2025
Utilize hand tools and power tools for various flooring tasks. Familiarity with hand tools, power tools, caulking techniques, and buffing processes.
Senior OpenText (OT) Documentum Architect
Company: The Norland Group
Location: Downey, CA
Posted Aug 05, 2025
Three (3) years of experience in developing, modifying, supporting, and remediating/upgrading OpenText Documentum applications in RHEL Shared environment;…
Semi-skilled Laborer
Company: City of Houston, TX
Location: Houston, TX
Posted Aug 05, 2025
A valid Texas Class C driver's license and compliance with the City of Houston's policy on driving (AP 2-2). This role may also involve driving vehicles to and…
Press Brake Operator
Company: 4M HR Logistics
Location: San Antonio, TX
Posted Aug 05, 2025
Read and interpret blueprints, engineering drawings, and work orders. Use measuring tools such as calipers and micrometers to verify dimensions and tolerances.
Senior Manager, Software Engineering (PL)
Company: Capital One
Location: Chicago, IL
Posted Aug 05, 2025
Capital One will consider for employment qualified applicants with a criminal history in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable laws regarding…