Professional Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Accomplishments
Timeline

Lawrence Baca

Peraton Risk Decision Group
Rio Rancho
8
years of professional experience

Dynamic Background Investigator IV with active Top Secret Clearance at Peraton Risk Decision Group, adept at conducting complex federal personnel security investigations. Proven ability to analyze sensitive information and exercise independent judgment, ensuring accurate and objective reporting while maintaining strict confidentiality. Recognized for mentoring peers and enhancing investigative standards.

Work History

Background Investigator IV

2 Years 6 Months
Peraton Risk Decision Group | 03.2024 - Current

Conducts official inquiries to determine the employment suitability and security clearance eligibility of individuals needing access to sensitive or classified U.S. government information in a risk decision manner through conducting interviews ,obtaining records and creating in depth reports of investigation.

Police Records Technician

7 Months
Rio Rancho Police Department | 08.2022 - 03.2023

Conducted internal and external background research and records checks in support of Police Department and DCSA investigations. Reviewed, verified, and compiled sensitive law enforcement and investigative records for authorized investigators while maintaining strict confidentiality and accuracy. Responded to records requests from DCSA investigators, law enforcement personnel, and District Attorney’s Office staff, providing relevant documentation to support criminal investigations and prosecutions. Applied sound judgment when handling sensitive information and ensured records were accurate, complete, and released in accordance with applicable policies, laws, and disclosure requirements.

Flooring Associate

2 Years 3 Months
Lowes | 08.2019 - 11.2021

Provided expert customer support by guiding shoppers through hardwood, laminate, tile, and carpet selections while actively driving department sales to meet project needs. Responsibilities included calculating material measurements, processing special orders, and scheduling home installations accurately. Maintained department standards by controlling inventory levels, organizing displays, safely operating power equipment for down-stocking, and providing cross-functional support at checkout to resolve customer inquiries efficiently.

Cashier

1 Year 1 Month
The Home Depot Inc | 05.2018 - 06.2019

Delivered fast, friendly, and accurate checkout experiences while actively engaging with customers to provide high-quality service. Responsibilities included processing point-of-sale transactions and returns, managing cash drawers, and monitoring self-checkout lanes to maximize frontend efficiency. Proactively developed product and project knowledge to share actionable advice, pitch store credit accounts, and highlight special promotional opportunities to shoppers. Maintained an organized, safe checkout area, meticulously adhered to store inventory protection policies to minimize shrink, and collaborated with head cashiers to resolve customer escalations seamlessly.

Education

High School Diploma

Rio Rancho High School | Rio Rancho, NM

Skills

Active Top Secret Clearance.
Conduct complex federal personnel security investigations involving sensitive and classified information in accordance with DCSA policies and federal standards.
Analyze interviews
records
references
law enforcement sources
financial information
and other leads to identify and resolve security concerns.
Evaluate adverse or conflicting information
conduct follow-up research
and prepare accurate
objective investigative reports.
Apply knowledge of risk decisions and adjudicative guidelines to assess potentially disqualifying or mitigating information and support well-founded security determinations.
Exercise independent judgment in prioritizing leads
resolving discrepancies
and meeting deadlines.
Maintain strict confidentiality when handling sensitive personal
investigative
and classified information.
Vetted for Internal Affairs responsibilities
demonstrating integrity
discretion
and sound judgment.
Selected and certified as a Field Trainer
mentoring investigators and reinforcing investigative and quality standards.
Performed investigative duties across multiple contracts and managed multiple cases while maintaining productivity
accuracy
quality
and compliance with applicable adjudicative guidelines
Demonstrate advanced interviewing skills through structured questioning
active listening
rapport-building
and investigative techniques to obtain accurate information
identify inconsistencies
and develop useful information.
Demonstrate proficiency with investigative equipment and technology
including secure systems
digital tools
recording equipment
and databases supporting personnel security investigations

Accomplishments

  • Investigator of the Month – January 2026: Recognized for outstanding investigative quality, production, and timeliness, earning recognition for consistent performance and contributing to promotion.
  • Promoted from Investigator I to Investigator IV, demonstrating sustained high performance, investigative proficiency, productivity, and professional growth throughout tenure.
  • Completed TDY assignments across multiple states, conducting investigative work under varying operational environments and successfully completing alternate government contract investigations, demonstrating adaptability, professionalism, and the ability to quickly apply differing investigative requirements and procedures.

Timeline

Background Investigator IV

Peraton Risk Decision Group
03.2024 - CurrentRead More

Police Records Technician

Rio Rancho Police Department
08.2022 - 03.2023Read More

Flooring Associate

Lowes
08.2019 - 11.2021Read More

Cashier

The Home Depot Inc
05.2018 - 06.2019Read More

Rio Rancho High School

High School Diploma
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Lawrence Baca