About the position
At CACI, background investigation is more than research and reports; it's your chance to contribute to the safety and security of our nation in the company of colleagues who value trust and integrity above all else. CACI fosters a culture based on integrity, strong ethics, quality, and professionalism. Our staff has been an industry-leading provider of federal background investigations since 2004 and employs full-time and part-time investigators in all 50 U.S. states, Puerto Rico, Guam, the U.S. Virgin Islands, and other U.S. territories. As an Entry Level Background Investigator in the Northeast Region, you will conduct comprehensive interviews with subjects, employers, associates, references, and other knowledgeable individuals. You will review appropriate records to obtain facts to resolve all material issues in a case or to establish the background, reputation, character, suitability, or qualifications of the subject under investigation. It is essential to document all information and submit a detailed report of investigation within a strict required timeline. You will also attend a four-week intensive virtual, online training with additional in-field shadowing and mentorship with a Senior Investigator. There are opportunities for temporary duty assignments at locations across the U.S. for 2 or more weeks in duration, as well as opportunities to work on multiple field investigation contracts.
Responsibilities
- Conduct comprehensive interviews with subjects, employers, associates, references, and other knowledgeable individuals.
- Review appropriate records to obtain facts to resolve all material issues in a case.
- Establish the background, reputation, character, suitability, or qualifications of the subject under investigation.
- Document all information and submit a detailed report of investigation within a strict required timeline.
- Attend a four-week intensive virtual, online training with additional in-field shadowing and mentorship with a Senior Investigator.
- Participate in temporary duty assignments at locations across the U.S. for 2 or more weeks in duration.
- Work on multiple field investigation contracts.
Requirements
- A Bachelor's Degree or 4 years of general experience demonstrating progressive responsibility in problem solving, planning and organizing work, and communicating effectively orally and in writing.
- Ability to obtain/maintain a favorable determination based on a T5 Investigation.
- A sense of mission in support of national security initiatives.
- An impeccable work ethic, integrity, and can-do attitude.
- A current driver's license, reliable personal vehicle, and willingness to extensively travel locally on a daily basis dependent on assignment location.
- A home office equipped with high-speed Internet (a $50 monthly internet stipend is provided).
- A personal computer compatible with Microsoft applications (e.g. Word and Excel).
- Ability to walk, type, sit, or stand for long periods of time.
- Excellent time management skills.
- Exceptional written and oral communication skills.
Nice-to-haves
- Active Top Secret Clearance based on a T5.
Benefits
- Competitive benefits and learning and development opportunities.
- Flexible time off benefit.
- Healthcare, wellness, financial, retirement, family support, continuing education, and time off benefits.
