Entry Level Background Investigator (On Site)

CACI•Tampa, FL
•$26•Onsite

About The Position

CACI is hiring an Entry Level Background Investigator to support federal background investigations and national security initiatives. The role requires daily, Monday-through-Friday onsite presence at CACI’s Virtual Investigations Operation Center in Tampa, Florida. Investigators use virtual teleconference (the primary interview method) and telephone to interview subjects, employers, associates, references, and other knowledgeable individuals, and review appropriate records to obtain facts. They resolve material issues in each case to establish the subject’s background, reputation, character, suitability, or qualifications. The position includes multiweek intensive onsite training, followed by additional shadowing and mentorship with an experienced investigator. The role is full-time and regular, with no travel required. It 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.
  • Ability to sit and type for extended periods.
  • Excellent time management and prioritization skills.
  • Exceptional written and oral communication skills, including communicating complex or sensitive information effectively, listening attentively, responding appropriately 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; communicate information succinctly and in an organized manner; and produce written information appropriate for its intended audience.

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 and telephone, with virtual teleconference as the primary method.
  • 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 maintain workflow efficiency and productivity.
  • Attend multiweek intensive onsite training and participate in additional shadowing and mentorship with an experienced investigator.

Benefits

  • Flexible time off benefit.
  • Access to robust learning resources.
  • Healthcare benefits.
  • Wellness benefits.
  • Financial benefits.
  • Retirement benefits.
  • Family support benefits.
  • Continuing education benefits.
  • Time off benefits.
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