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)