Background Investigator - Federal Security Clearance Investigations

Benefits:

• Competitive salary
• Flexible schedule
  
  
  

KENTECH Consulting Inc. is an award-winning private investigative company. We are the creators of innovative projects such as eKnowID.com - 1st consumer background checking system of its kind, and ClarityIQ, a high-tech / high-touch investigative case management system.

MISSION

We're on a mission to help the world make clear and informed hiring decisions.

VALUE

In order to achieve our team, we exhibit the behaviors and core values aligned with this mission.

• Customer-Focused: We are client-focused and results-driven.
• Growth Minded: We believe in collaborative learning and industry best practices to deliver excellence.
• Fact Finders: We are passionate investigators for discovery and truth.
• Community Partnerships: We believe there is no greater power for transformation than delivering on what a community cares about.
  
  
  

IMPACT

KENTECH is a small, agile, and fast-growing company that believes in hiring high performers whose work directly impacts our clients. We’re transforming the background investigation industry with a focus on accuracy, compliance, and innovation.

Location: Multiple locations nationwide (Remote field work with regional assignments)

Employment Type: Full-time, Part-time, and Contract positions available

Compensation: Competitive based on experience and region ($50-85/hour)

Job Description

KENTECH is seeking experienced Background Investigators to conduct federal security clearance investigations for the Department of Homeland Security and Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE). As a Background Investigator, you will conduct thorough field investigations in accordance with Federal Investigative Standards (FIS) and National Training Standards (NTS) requirements.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct personal subject interviews, source interviews, and record checks in accordance with federal standards
• Perform thorough investigations covering employment, education, residence, references, and law enforcement records
• Develop comprehensive reports of investigation using high-impact writing style
• Verify and validate information obtained during investigations
• Identify and resolve discrepancies, derogatory information, and potential security concerns
• Meet strict deadlines for investigation completion while maintaining quality standards
• Travel within assigned geographic region to conduct in-person interviews and record checks
• Maintain strict confidentiality and security of all investigative materials
• Utilize secure electronic systems to submit reports and documentation
• Adhere to all applicable federal regulations, policies, and procedures
  
  
  

Qualifications

Required:

• Minimum 3 years of experience in one of the following areas:
• Federal background investigations
• Law enforcement investigations
• Military security/intelligence investigations
• Private investigation with focus on background screening
• National Training Standards (NTS)-trained background investigator
• High school diploma or equivalent (Bachelor's degree preferred)
• Current or previous federal security clearance (ability to obtain T5 or HT clearance)
• Valid driver's license and reliable transportation
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and ability to learn proprietary investigative software
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision

Preferred:

• Completion of National Training Standards (NTS) compliant investigator training
• Prior experience conducting T2-T5 or equivalent federal background investigations
• Background in federal law enforcement, military security, or personnel security
• Previous experience with DHS, ICE, DOJ, DOD, or OPM investigations
• Bachelor's degree in Criminal Justice, Security Management, or related field
• Knowledge of Federal Investigative Standards (FIS)
• Bilingual capabilities (especially Spanish)