Background Investigator - TS ( Residing in VA, CO, GA, WA, UT)

About the role

Xcelerate Solutions is seeking a Full Time Background Investigator to support a large national background investigations (BI) program that provides investigative products and services to departments and agencies of the federal government. Focused on our Nation’s security, BIs determine an individual’s suitability for employment with the federal government, eligibility for access to classified information, assignment to or retention in positions with sensitive duties, or other designated duties requiring such investigations. Investigations often involve personal and intimate details of an individual’s life and must be processed and conducted with tact and discretion. Information collected by the investigator as part of the BI is protected under the Privacy Act of 1974. Come join our award‑winning organization and work with some of the most talented and brightest minds in the GovCon industry. The position is based in Northern Virginia, Denver, Atlanta, Seattle, Salt Lake City, or Los Angeles and requires an active Top Secret clearance.

Responsibilities

• Review completed background interview documentation checking for inconsistencies, errors, omissions, falsifications, and minimum requirements to ensure accuracy and completion before beginning initial candidate interview.
• Conduct background investigations by interviewing employers, co‑workers, neighbors, law enforcement officials, military personnel, members of the candidate’s family, and personal references.
• Prepare detailed and complete interview statements for each person being interviewed to allow a reviewer to draw reasonable and logical conclusions about the prospective candidates.
• Prepare documentation for inclusion into a results of investigation package, organizing all investigative material in accordance with established procedures.
• Prepare a detailed summary of adverse information based on objective analysis and evaluation of the candidate’s background and interviewee statements, measured against requirement standards set forth by the FIS.
• Ability to conduct interviews remotely and/or in‑person and be able to travel up to 50% of the time.
• Spanish speaking is a plus.

Requirements

• Active Top‑Secret clearance
• Completion of NTS Background Investigator course
• Ability to travel up to 50% of the time
• Ability to conduct interviews virtually at home
• Located near Northern Virginia, Atlanta, Seattle, or Salt Lake City

Benefits

• Medical | Dental | Vision
• Vacation and Sick Time
• 11 Paid Holidays Per Year
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Education and Professional Development Reimbursement
• Other benefits in accordance with company plans and policies

Pay

Anticipated hourly pay range: $25.35 to $38.00 per hour

About the company

Founded in 2009 and headquartered in McLean, VA, Xcelerate Solutions (www.xceleratesolutions.com) is one of America's fastest‑growing companies. Xcelerate’s culture is defined by a diversified workforce of dynamic and versatile professionals, supported with growth and development opportunities that contribute to individual and company growth. This strong commitment to employees has been recognized by inclusion on the Washington Business Journal’s “50 Best Places to Work” list and as a “Great Place to Work” certified company with a 4.6‑star rating and a 99% CEO approval Glassdoor rating. Come find out why Xcelerate Solutions is one of the DC Metro top employers.