
Temp Mgr Pers Backgro Investi / 139148 / Jackson
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KPMG is seeking a Temporary Manager, Personnel Background Investigator for a twelve-month assignment in Enterprise Security Services. The role manages and adjudicates background investigations to mitigate risks involving personnel and third-party talent with trusted access. It partners with internal stakeholders and external information sources, oversees service-level and quality deliverables, and prepares technical reports and other products. Five years of recent investigations experience is required; a bachelor's degree and listed certifications are preferred.
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Known for being a great place to work and build a career, KPMG provides audit, tax and advisory services for organizations in today's most important industries. Our growth is driven by delivering real results for our clients. It's also enabled by our culture, which encourages individual development, embraces an inclusive environment, rewards innovative excellence and supports our communities. With qualities like those, it's no wonder we're consistently ranked among the best companies to work for by Fortune Magazine, Consulting Magazine, Seramount, Fair360 and others. If you're as passionate about your future as we are, join our team. KPMG is currently seeking a Temporary Manager, Personnel Background Investigator for a twelve-month assignment to join our Enterprise Security Services organization.Responsibilities: Apply comprehensive and specialist knowledge in conducting background investigation case management and adjudication programming to mitigate and minimize risks associated with personnel and third-party talent acquisition, assignment, and promotional processes of parties with trusted access to people, information, and assets in alignment to all set forth governmental, client driven, or regulatory obligations Administer service level agreements and quality assurance deliverables aligned to the goals of the program via thorough, objective, and timely investigations Closely partner with Office of General Counsel, Talent & Culture, Risk Management, FSS teams, and other stakeholders throughout the firm to implement security measures complementary to the overall safety and security risk program Prepare technical products, reports, and other deliverables based on expert interpretation of analyzed data; direct, plan, and execute sensitive and complex background adjudication related operations and projects Cultivate and maintain effective liaisons with governmental, law enforcement, intelligence sources, and other third-party sources to understand current threats and maintain ready access to relevant information; actively participate in industry and other sector relevant industry groups to maintain a strong collaborative network Act with integrity, professionalism, and personal responsibility to uphold KPMG's respectful and courteous work environmentQualifications: Minimum five years of recent experience handling internal investigations in a large corporate environment or government entity; specialized experience in workplace threat assessment, risk assessment, or background check investigations required inclusive of advanced interview skills Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university is preferred; or seven years of relevant work experience Demonstrated knowledge of relevant compliance obligations (e.g, FCRA, EEOC), investigations methodologies & report writing, public records research, risk analysis & evaluation is required FCRA Basic/Core or Advanced Certification (PBSA) or Certified Professional Investigator (CPI), or Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE), or other relevant certification preferred Able to establish credibility as a business partner with all levels within a matrix organization and exhibit a high degree of influence; ability to be a strategic thinker capable of handling multiple, concurrent situations and investigations Exceptional verbal/written communication, collaboration, presentation, and negotiation skills to lead case management and adjudication in an environment driven by customer service, high quality, and teamwork; capable of building strong professional relationships with ability to influence all levels across the organization; able to set and execute strategic initiatives for team; creative thinker with ability to identify innovative business solutions; ability to develop strategic organization and resource plans, defining next generation busi ess and leadership needs Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. without the need for employment-based visa sponsorship now or in the future; KPMG LLP will not sponsor applicants for U.S. work visa status for this opportunity (no sponsorship is available for H-1B, L-1, TN, O-1, E-3, H-1B1, F-1, J-1, OPT, CPT or any other employment-based visa) KPMG LLP and its subsidiaries ("KPMG") complies with all local/state regulations regarding displaying salary ranges. If required, the ranges displayed below or via the URL below are specifically for those potential hires who will work in the location(s) listed. Any offered salary is determined based on relevant factors such as applicant's skills, job responsibilities, prior relevant experience, certain degrees and certifications and market considerations. In addition, KPMG is proud to offer a comprehensive, competitive benefits package, with options designed to help you make the best decisions for yourself, your family, and your lifestyle. Available benefits are based on eligibility. Our Total Rewards package includes a variety of medical and dental plans, vision coverage, disability and life insurance, 401(k) plans, and a robust suite of personal well-being benefits to support your mental health. Depending on job classification, standard work hours, and years of service, KPMG provides Personal Time Off per fiscal year. Additionally, each year KPMG publishes a calendar of holidays to be observed during the year and provides eligible employees two breaks each year where employees will not be required to use Personal Time Off; one is at year end and the other is around the July 4th holiday. Additional details about our benefits can be found towards the bottom of our KPMG US Careers site at Benefits & How We Work. Follow this link to obtain salary ranges by city outside of CA: https://kpmg.com/us/en/how-we-work/pay-transparency.html/?id=7806\_9\_26 California Salary Range: $127200 - $246900 KPMG offers a comprehensive compensation and benefits package. KPMG is an equal opportunity employer. KPMG complies with all applicable federal, state and local laws regarding recruitment and hiring. All qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship status, disability, protected veteran status, or any other category protected by applicable federal, state or local laws. The attached link contains further information regarding KPMG's compliance with federal, state and local recruitment and hiring laws. No phone calls or agencies please. KPMG recruits on a rolling basis. Candidates are considered as they apply, until the opportunity is filled. Candidates are encouraged to apply expeditiously to any role(s) for which they are qualified that is also of interest to them. Los Angeles County applicants: Material job duties for this position are listed above. Criminal history may have a direct, adverse, and negative relationship with some of the material job duties of this position. These include the duties and responsibilities listed above, as well as the abilities to adhere to company policies, exercise sound judgment, effectively manage stress and work safely and respectfully with others, exhibit trustworthiness, and safeguard business operations and company reputation. Pursuant to the California Fair Chance Act, Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers, Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records. KPMG is an equal opportunity employer. KPMG complies with all applicable federal,
How this job compares
Set against the 2,821 open Security jobs on Olive Jobs, counted October 28, 2026.
- Pay
- This postingNot listed
- US median$133–216K/yr1,194 salary ranges
- US median$18–19/hr704 hourly ranges
- Openings
- Olive Jobs lists 15 open Security jobs in Mississippi and 2,821 across the US. 4% of them nationwide are listed as remote or flexible.
- Hiring the most across the US
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- Experience
- This posting asks for at least 5 years of experience; Security postings that state a minimum ask for 5 years at the median (1,511 postings).
- Education
- 690 of the 2,821 open Security jobs (24%) ask for a bachelor's degree or higher.
Counted across the open, public US postings on Olive Jobs on October 28, 2026. Pay medians are the middle values of the low ends and of the high ends of postings that list both ends of a range in the same cadence (a yearly salary or an hourly rate); a range's midpoint is halfway between its ends. Pay and experience figures resting on fewer than 20 postings are left out.
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