Background Investigator – Analyst

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in United States.

📋 Description

• Become a part of SandboxAQ's Information Security team and insider threat initiative.

• Collaborate with HR, Information Security, and Legal departments to assess, evaluate, and quantify personnel-related risks.

• Take charge of investigations from the initial intake to the final reporting stage.

• Utilize OSINT and commercial investigative tools for thorough information gathering and research.

• Confirm the accuracy, completeness, and reliability of information from existing sources.

• Conduct quantitative risk assessments using a standardized and repeatable methodology.

• Identify, prioritize, and address both internal and external personnel security risks.

• Manage sensitive personal data with utmost confidentiality.

• Promptly escalate high-risk or uncertain findings to leadership.

• Improve investigative methodologies, risk-scoring models, research protocols, and reporting standards.

• Execute research and analysis in compliance with relevant laws, regulations, company policies, and ethical standards.

• Provide detailed analytical reports and actionable recommendations to executive stakeholders.

⛳️ Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Criminal Justice, Criminology, Psychology, Intelligence Studies, or a related discipline (or equivalent professional experience).

• 3–5 years of relevant experience in background investigations, due diligence research, employment screening, corporate investigations, intelligence analysis, or similar investigative roles, particularly with US-based individuals or organizations.

• Proficiency in investigative research databases and tools or proven ability to quickly learn commercial research platforms.

• Excellent written communication skills with the capability to distill complex findings into clear and concise risk assessments and reports.

• Understanding of privacy laws and ethical standards that govern background investigations and employment screenings.

• Strong attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple investigations while maintaining accurate documentation and consistent investigative practices.

• Capability to exercise discretion and sound judgment when handling confidential, sensitive, or potentially adverse information.

• Familiarity with open-source intelligence (OSINT) techniques and tools for investigating individuals and corporate entities.

• Knowledge of insider threat frameworks, indicators of compromise, or personnel security principles, including NISPOM and SEAD guidelines.

• Awareness of foreign influence risk factors, export control regulations (ITAR/EAR), or intellectual property protection issues within a corporate context.

• Previous experience in corporate security, information security, or risk management roles.

• Relevant certifications such as Certified Background Investigator (CBI), PBSA membership, FCRA certification, or Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE).

🏝️ Benefits

• Competitive base salary.

• Performance-based incentives or bonuses (where applicable).

• Equity participation.

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage for employees and their dependents, with generous employer premium contributions.

• Retirement savings plan with company matching.

• Paid parental leave.

• Inclusive family-building benefits.

• Fully remote work options.

• Flexible paid time off.

• Company-wide seasonal breaks.

• Support for flexible work arrangements.

• Opportunities for on-the-job development.

• Cross-functional collaboration.

• Access to internal learning and development programs.