Background Investigator / Analyst

Summary

SandboxAQ is a high-growth company delivering AI solutions that address some of the world's greatest challenges. The company is seeking an experienced Background Investigator / Analyst to support its Information Security team and insider threat program by conducting investigations, assessing personnel risk, and preparing analytical reports. The role partners with HR, Legal, and Information Security teams and provides actionable recommendations to executive stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Leverage open-source intelligence (OSINT) and commercial investigative tools to facilitate comprehensive information gathering and research
• Verify the accuracy, completeness, and reliability of information gathered from available sources
• Perform quantitative risk analysis based on available information, applying a consistent and repeatable methodology to support risk determinations
• Partner with HR, Legal, and Information Security teams to identify, triage, and mitigate internal and external personnel security risks
• Handle sensitive personal data with appropriate discretion and escalate high-risk or ambiguous findings to leadership in a timely manner
• Help refine investigative methodologies, risk-scoring models, research procedures, and reporting standards as the organization's personnel risk program matures
• Conduct research and analysis in accordance with applicable laws, regulations, company policies, and ethical standards

Skills

• • Bachelor's degree in Criminal Justice, Criminology, Psychology, Intelligence Studies, or a related field (or equivalent work experience)
• • 3–5 years of professional experience conducting background investigations, due diligence research, employment screening, corporate investigations, intelligence analysis, or related investigative work, particularly involving US-based individuals or organizations
• • Proficiency with investigative research databases and tools or demonstrated ability to learn commercial research platforms quickly
• • Strong written communication skills with the ability to synthesize complex findings into clear, concise risk assessments and dossiers
• • Understanding of privacy regulations, and ethical standards governing background investigations and employment screening
• • Strong attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple investigations while maintaining accurate documentation and consistent investigative standards
• • Ability to exercise discretion and sound judgment when working with confidential, sensitive, or potentially adverse information
• • Experience with open-source intelligence (OSINT) techniques and tools for investigating individuals and corporate entities
• • Familiarity with insider threat frameworks, indicators of compromise, or personnel security concepts (e.g., NISPOM, SEAD guidelines, general operation in FCL environments)
• • Knowledge of foreign influence risk factors, export control regulations (ITAR/EAR), or IP protection concerns in a corporate environment
• • Prior experience in a corporate security, information security, or risk management function (vs. purely federal/government investigation)
• • Relevant certifications such as Certified Background Investigator (CBI), Professional Background Screening Association (PBSA) membership, FCRA certification, or Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE)

Qualifications

Must Haves

• • Bachelor's degree in Criminal Justice, Criminology, Psychology, Intelligence Studies, or a related field (or equivalent work experience)
• • 3–5 years of professional experience conducting background investigations, due diligence research, employment screening, corporate investigations, intelligence analysis, or related investigative work, particularly involving US-based individuals or organizations
• • Proficiency with investigative research databases and tools or demonstrated ability to learn commercial research platforms quickly
• • Strong written communication skills with the ability to synthesize complex findings into clear, concise risk assessments and dossiers
• • Understanding of privacy regulations, and ethical standards governing background investigations and employment screening
• • Strong attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple investigations while maintaining accurate documentation and consistent investigative standards
• • Ability to exercise discretion and sound judgment when working with confidential, sensitive, or potentially adverse information

Nice to Haves

• • Experience with open-source intelligence (OSINT) techniques and tools for investigating individuals and corporate entities
• • Familiarity with insider threat frameworks, indicators of compromise, or personnel security concepts (e.g., NISPOM, SEAD guidelines, general operation in FCL environments)
• • Knowledge of foreign influence risk factors, export control regulations (ITAR/EAR), or IP protection concerns in a corporate environment
• • Prior experience in a corporate security, information security, or risk management function (vs. purely federal/government investigation)
• • Relevant certifications such as Certified Background Investigator (CBI), Professional Background Screening Association (PBSA) membership, FCRA certification, or Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE)

Benefits

• Performance-based incentives or bonuses (where applicable)
• Equity participation
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage for employees and dependents with generous employer premium contributions
• Retirement savings with company matching
• Paid parental leave
• Inclusive family-building benefits
• Fully remote work
• Flexible paid time off
• Company-wide seasonal breaks
• Support for flexible work arrangements that enable sustainable performance
• Opportunities for continuous learning and growth through on-the-job development
• Cross-functional collaboration
• Access to internal learning and development programs