Independent Contractor Experienced Background Investigator

Job Description

Candidates for Independent Contractor Experienced Background Investigator roles must have a minimum 3 years of investigative experience conducting face-to-face interviews with 2 years of experience performing investigative work in a law enforcement capacity (i.e, police detective, parole or probation officer) at the local, state, or federal level. The candidate must have a Top-Secret Clearance with SCI/Counterintelligence Polygraph eligibility. The contract will support the client’s security processing of personnel via both investigative and polygraph services. Must be available to work primarily on client site in Reston, VA. May require work in various locations to include (but not restricted to): DC Metro, State of Maryland, and Commonwealth of Virginia.

· Conduct interviews in private and in person or via Government Video Teleconference or telephonically, as approved by client to validate and supplement information provided on the Subject’s SF86 form as well as supplemental Government information to clarify and collect information relevant to the Subject’s background, loyalty to the United States, foreign influence, foreign preference, character, reliability, judgment, trustworthiness, and to expand on derogatory information related to the Subject

· Strive to establish rapport and maintain trust in order to achieve a high level of cooperation from all Subjects interviewed

· Review all relevant information related to a Subject’s suitability to classified national intelligence information

· Maintain the highest levels of professionalism

· Work independently and conduct research using a variety of Intent based resources and Government databases

· Produce written reports containing details, examples, justifications, commentary from Subject and investigative leads

· Make decisions and take action within the established Security Investigations Division practices and procedures

· Possess strong work ethic, impeccable integrity, and a passion to support national security initiatives and represent our federal customer with the highest level of professionalism.

· Conduct face-to-face interviews with the subject of investigation, his or her references (both provided by the subject and those you develop independently), as well as neighbors, coworkers, supervisors, friends, and other associates, as necessary.

· Complete record searches at places of employment, residences, law enforcement agencies, courthouses, and mental health, financial, educational institutions, or other record repositories, as needed.

· Meet government and industry standards for quality, integrity, timeliness and productivity

· Ability to accept or reject assignments.

Qualifications

· Bachelor’s Degree

· Minimum 3 years of investigative experience conducting face-to-face interviews with 2 years of experience performing investigative work in a law enforcement capacity (i.e, police detective, parole or probation officer) at the local, state, or federal level

· U.S. Citizenship

· Currently possess a Top-Secret Clearance with SCI/Counterintelligence Poly eligible

· Maintain highest level of confidentiality, ethics and integrity.

· Possess a professional demeanor and attitude, with an ability to adopt and adapt to change.

· Have strong writing and communication skills, including the ability to establish rapport quickly and communicate well with individuals from various backgrounds.

· Have excellent problem solving, time management, organization, scheduling and prioritization skills.

· Possess a valid driver's license with a favorable driver history and reliable transportation are required.

· Carry sufficient motor vehicle insurance, specifics of which may be changed from time to time.

· Have intermediate or better typing (40+ WPM) and computer skills.

Additional Information

ISNCorporation is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, marital status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Candidates are required to pass a pre-screening background investigation.

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