Overview:
This independent contractor role is responsible for conducting thorough, confidential, and objective internal investigations in support of a three-letter federal agency. The Internal Investigator ensures accurate fact-finding, proper documentation, and compliance with all applicable federal policies, legal standards, and security requirements while operating in a high-trust, sensitive environment.

Key Responsibilities:

Conduct internal administrative, personnel, and operational investigations involving misconduct, fraud, waste, abuse, policy violations, and other sensitive matters

Investigate issues involving coordination with or actions related to state and federal agencies

Gather, review, and analyze evidence including reports, records, interviews, surveillance, digital materials, and other investigative documentation

Conduct interviews with subjects, witnesses, complainants, and other relevant personnel

Prepare detailed investigative reports, findings, summaries, and case documentation for leadership, legal review, and possible administrative or criminal referral

Maintain case files, evidence records, and investigative documentation in accordance with agency standards and chain-of-custody requirements

Coordinate with agency leadership, legal counsel, human resources, inspectors general, law enforcement, and other oversight entities as required

Identify patterns, trends, and systemic issues discovered during investigations and provide recommendations for corrective action

Maintain strict confidentiality and professionalism while handling sensitive and classified information

Provide investigative updates and briefings to leadership as needed

Ensure all investigative activities are conducted in compliance with federal regulations, internal policies, and security protocols

Supervisory Responsibilities:
None.

Qualifications:

Active Top Secret clearance required

Demonstrated experience conducting investigations involving both state and federal agencies

Strong experience with internal investigations, administrative investigations, workplace misconduct inquiries, or related investigative work

Ability to prepare clear, detailed, and defensible investigative reports

Experience gathering evidence, conducting interviews, and analyzing investigative findings

Strong understanding of investigative procedures, legal standards, and documentation requirements

Ability to work independently and manage multiple investigative matters at one time

High level of discretion, professionalism, and sound judgment

Prior experience supporting a federal agency, inspector general function, law enforcement organization, intelligence organization, or similar environment preferred

Bachelor’s degree in Criminal Justice, Investigations, Homeland Security, Intelligence, Public Administration, or a related field preferred

Schedule:
Flexible | On-demand assignments | May require coordination during standard business hours, after-hours case activity, and occasional travel depending on assignment needs

If you meet the qualifications and are interested in contracting with our team, please submit your resume and proof of credentials to support@total-resolution-service.com.