Background Field Investigator - Experienced - Part Time

CANDA Solutions•Columbia, MD

11h•Remote

About The Position

Join CANDA Solutions, LLC as an Experienced Part-Time Background Field Investigator and elevate your career in the Investigations industry! This position is fully remote based out of your primary residence. With your active Top-Secret Clearance required, you will play a vital role in supporting National Security and ensuring excellence for our clients and customers. The compensation range is $26.07–$46.27 per hour with additional H&W/hour, plus the ability to achieve a production/goal incentive that rewards your skills and dedication. You'll be surrounded by a high-performance culture that values forward thinking and problem-solving – perfect for those eager to make a meaningful impact on a flexible schedule. At CANDA Solutions, even our part-time team members are valued - offering 401(k) with Company Match, Competitive Salary, Paid Time Off, and Sick Leave. This is your chance to thrive in a collaborative environment while enjoying the freedom of remote, part-time work! Apply today to reshape your future with CANDA Solutions, LLC. CANDA Solutions: Who We Are CANDA Solutions was created from the need for advanced technological solutions that provide secure and flexible results. Our experience in National Security and business applications, risk management, data warehouse and database development, various operating systems, cloud and security helps us to deliver innovative solutions that exceed expectations. Through managing large enterprise programs and implementing large ERP systems for risk management, we discovered a common challenge: clients sought simple answers, but large systems required significant time and expense for customization. So, we created the Fresh Haystack case management platform, specifically designed to be risk-focused, simplify technical implementation, deliver business benefits and compliance, and improve worker productivity while confining expenditures. As we celebrate 18 years in 2026, we continue to grow, embrace new technologies, remain committed to "Simplifying National Security," and support our clients' mission success. What it's like to be a Part-Time Background Field Investigator As a Part-Time Background Field Investigator at CANDA Solutions, LLC, you will conduct federal background investigations while preparing detailed reports that adhere to Federal Investigative Standards, laws, and agency regulations. Your role involves working on diverse cases throughout your geographic area of responsibility on a part-time schedule, meaning you'll travel to various places of employment, residences, and educational institutions as cases are assigned. This dynamic opportunity allows you to blend investigative expertise with a commitment to excellence and integrity, ensuring each report meets stringent federal requirements. Your required active Top-Secret Clearance will be instrumental as you navigate this exciting field, making a real difference while solving complex problems-all within a schedule that fits your life. This position not only emphasizes flexibility but also champions a high-performance culture that encourages forward-thinking approaches.

Requirements

Active Top-Secret Clearance
Bachelor's Degree or a High School Diploma with a minimum of 2–3 years of relevant experience
A valid driver's license
Reliable transportation
A home office equipped with high-speed internet and fax line
Exceptional written and oral communication skills such as typing detailed, extensive, and lengthy reports
Prior experience working on a Federal Background Investigation contract
A current driver's license, reliable transportation, and willingness to travel locally dependent on assignment location
Laptop provided by government customer

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's Degree or a High School Diploma with at least 1 year of the last 3 years working on a Federal BI contract

Responsibilities

Conduct federal background investigations.
Prepare detailed reports that adhere to Federal Investigative Standards, laws, and agency regulations.
Work on diverse cases throughout your geographic area of responsibility on a part-time schedule.
Travel to various places of employment, residences, and educational institutions as cases are assigned.
Conduct comprehensive one-on-one subject and source interviews to obtain information about individuals' backgrounds and character in accordance with agency guidelines.
Meticulously review appropriate records to resolve material issues and establish the qualifications of the subjects under investigation.
Produce thorough reports within strict timelines while maintaining high-quality standards and meeting production metrics.
Engage effectively with individuals from diverse backgrounds.
Maintain professional relationships with government organizations, contractors, and law enforcement agencies.
Produce detailed investigative reports.
Complete the National Training Standards course.
Conduct efficient and accurate investigations and meet quality, timeliness, and production metrics.
Engage in dialogue on a regular basis with managers and representatives at contractor facilities, various U.S. Government organizations, and law enforcement agencies to develop and maintain effective and cooperative working relationships.