NETS is seeking a Background Investigator to work in tandem with the Defense Counterintelligence and Security Agency (DCSA) and our IC customers to help secure the trustworthiness and integrity of the United States Government's workforce by delivering high quality National Security Background Investigations.

Location:
Remote

Secret Clearance:
Active Top Secret

Responsibilities:

• Conduct comprehensive face to face interviews with subjects, employers, associates, references, and other knowledgeable individuals and 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
• Review appropriate records to obtain facts to resolve all material issues in a case or to establish suitability, or qualifications of the subject under investigation
• Document all information and submit a detailed report of investigation within a strict required timeline
• Conduct efficient and accurate investigations and to meet quality, timeliness, and production metrics
• Maintain a steadfast commitment to program mission in support of national security initiatives

Minimum Requirements:

• Bachelor’s Degree or 1-2 years of progressive work experience supporting DCSA background investigations
• 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 and a cell phone; laptop provided by government customer
• Exceptional written and oral communication skills, such as typing detailed, extensive, and lengthy reports
• Position requires candidates to have completed the National Training Standards course
• Opportunities available for multiple level candidates based upon qualifications
• As a condition of your employment, per the DCSA Background Investigation contract you must complete the New Hire Credential syllabus and pass the final exam with at least an 80% to work on the DCSA contract. You cannot retake the final exam. Should you be unable to meet this requirement your employment will be separated.

Job Type: Full-time

Salary: $23.00 - $52.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

Travel requirement:

• Up to 25% travel

Experience:

• DCSA Background Investigations: 1 year (Required)
• Federals Background investigations: 1 year (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• DCSA (Required)
• OPM/NBIB (Preferred)

Security clearance:

• Top Secret (Preferred)

Work Location: On the road