Entry Level Background Investigator (West Region) TOP SECRET CLEARANCE REQUIRED

CACI•Fairbanks, AK

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About The Position

CACI is hiring an entry-level Background Investigator to conduct federal background investigations supporting national security. The investigator gathers and verifies information through comprehensive interviews and appropriate records reviews, resolving material issues to establish a subject’s background, reputation, character, suitability, or qualifications. Interviews may take place by virtual teleconference, phone, or in person, with virtual teleconference as the primary method. The role includes multiweek intensive virtual training, followed by additional shadowing and mentorship with an experienced investigator. It may involve temporary duty travel to locations across the United States, typically for assignments lasting two weeks, as well as local travel depending on assignment location. The position is contingent on funding and may not be filled immediately.

Requirements

Hold an active Top Secret clearance based on a T5 investigation.
Be able to obtain and maintain a favorable determination based on a T5 investigation.
Have a bachelor’s degree or four years of general experience demonstrating progressive responsibility in problem solving, planning and organizing work, and oral and written communication.
Demonstrate a strong sense of mission in supporting national security initiatives.
Have an impeccable work ethic, integrity, and a positive, can-do attitude.
Be able to navigate and use multiple technology systems simultaneously.
Have a current driver’s license, a reliable personal vehicle, and willingness to travel locally depending on assignment location.
Have a home office equipped with reliable high-speed internet.
Be able to sit, type, stand, or walk for extended periods.
Have excellent time-management skills and the ability to prioritize effectively.
Have exceptional written and oral communication skills, including communicating complex or sensitive information, listening attentively, responding to nonverbal cues, and making clear and convincing presentations.
Maintain strong relationships with diverse individuals and handle challenging situations with tact and professionalism.
Use correct English grammar, punctuation, and spelling, and produce succinct, organized written information appropriate for the intended audience.

Responsibilities

Conduct comprehensive interviews with investigation subjects, employers, associates, references, and other knowledgeable individuals using virtual teleconference, phone, and in-person methods.
Review appropriate records to obtain facts for investigations.
Resolve material issues in cases 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 intensive virtual training and participate in shadowing and mentorship with an experienced investigator.
Travel locally as required by assignment and potentially travel across the United States for temporary duty assignments.