Entry Level Background Investigator (Top Secret)

CACI • San Diego, CA

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About The Position

CACI is seeking an entry-level Background Investigator to conduct federal background investigations in support of national security. The role involves conducting comprehensive interviews with subjects, employers, associates, references, and other knowledgeable individuals, and reviewing appropriate records to obtain facts. Investigators resolve material issues in each case to establish a subject’s background, reputation, character, suitability, or qualifications. Interviews are conducted by virtual teleconference (the primary method), phone, and in person. The position includes intensive multiweek virtual training, followed by shadowing and mentorship with an experienced investigator. Temporary duty travel to locations across the United States may be required, typically for assignments lasting two weeks. The position is contingent on funding and may not be filled immediately.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree or four years of general experience demonstrating progressive responsibility in problem solving, planning and organizing work, and communicating effectively orally and in writing.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a favorable determination based on a T5 Investigation.
• Strong sense of mission in supporting national security initiatives.
• Impeccable work ethic, integrity, and a positive, can-do attitude.
• Ability to navigate and use multiple technology systems simultaneously.
• Current driver’s license, reliable personal vehicle, and willingness to travel locally as assignment location requires.
• Home office within reasonable distance of workload areas and reliable high-speed internet access.
• Ability to sit, type, stand, or walk for extended periods.
• Excellent time management and prioritization skills.
• Exceptional written and oral communication skills, including communicating complex or sensitive information, listening attentively, responding to nonverbal cues, and making clear and convincing oral presentations.
• Ability to maintain strong relationships with diverse individuals and handle challenging situations with tact and professionalism.
• Ability to use correct English grammar, punctuation, and spelling, and to produce succinct, organized written information appropriate for the intended audience.
• Top Secret clearance required to start.

Nice To Haves

• Active Top Secret clearance based on a T5.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive interviews with subjects, employers, associates, references, and other knowledgeable individuals using virtual teleconference, phone, and in-person methods.
• Review appropriate records to obtain facts for background investigations.
• Resolve all material issues in a case to establish the subject’s background, reputation, character, suitability, or qualifications.
• Use technology, electronic tools, and multiple systems simultaneously to conduct investigations and maintain workflow efficiency.
• Attend multiweek intensive virtual training and participate in shadowing and mentorship with an experienced investigator.
• Travel locally as required by assignment and potentially travel to U.S. locations for temporary duty assignments.

Benefits

• Flexible time off benefit.
• Learning resources and learning and development opportunities.
• Healthcare, wellness, financial, retirement, family support, continuing education, and time off benefits.
• $50 monthly internet stipend.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level