Yalda Sarkash
Rockville,MD
Summary
Detail-oriented Investigator with strong leadership skills and history in security management. Offering exceptional communication skills and network of community resources. Additionally, I consider myself to be a senior-level Investigator with experience managing case analysis in any setting. Adept at partnering with colleagues and other agencies to gather investigative data. Known for excellence in case management.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Credentialed Background Clearance Investigator III
CACI Federal
Rockville, MD
10.2023 - 10.2024
- Documented findings and prepared hundreds of detailed investigative reports.
- Conducted thorough face-to-face and video teleconference interviews with employers, families, neighbors, friends, and documented investigative findings.
- Collected, analyzed and interpreted information, documentation, and evidence associated with investigations.
- Ensured compliance with legal regulations during investigations.
- Improved case resolution rates by conducting thorough investigations and utilizing effective interviewing techniques.
- Conducted comprehensive background checks, contributing to informed hiring decisions and improved workplace safety within the federal government.
- Managed sensitive case information with utmost discretion, ensuring confidentiality and integrity.
- Collected information pertaining to proceedings and performed investigations to resolve cases and prepare them for adjudication.
Certified Field Investigator, Level II
PERATON
01.2018 - 10.2023
- Promoted to (confidential) government contracts during year one of employment
- Defense Counterintelligence Security Agency (DCSA) Credentials-Department of Homeland Security Credentials (DHS)
- Completed multiple Temporary Duty (TDY) assignments to New Mexico, California, and Washington State
- Analyzed suspicious bank transactions/withdrawals/deposits; research experience in the financial resolution of bankruptcy issues/failure to file taxes
- Experienced in investigative interviews (both in person and remotely during the Covid-19/Coronavirus Pandemic).
- Interviewed more than 300 subjects for Federal clearance consideration, as well as 1000+ sources/leads for Federal clearance consideration; performed multiple employment verifications with Federal agencies/government contract companies/law enforcement institutions
- Highly proficient in investigative report writing, authored 300+ investigative reports used to determine adjudicative consideration for Federal government work; wrote more than 1000 investigative reports for sources/leads to help determine adjudicative consideration for federal government work
- Maintained an investigative report writing quality of 90% or higher in an almost six year period
- Consistently maintained a professional demeanor even under challenging circumstances, building trust with clients and colleagues alike.
- Managed caseloads effectively while prioritizing urgent cases to meet deadlines without compromising thoroughness or attention to detail.
Receptionist
ANNE WELSH SALON
10.2015 - 01.2018
- Managed the schedules for nine stylists and more than 2k clients
- Owned product inventory, vendor management, pricing, and bookkeeping
- Served as the social media and marketing director for business including Twitter, Instagram, and Facebook feeds
- Promoted and networked at tradeshows to boost the salon’s popularity within the industry
- Supervised the merchandising of Bumble & Bumble products
Canvasser/Campaigner
COMMONWEALTH ATTORNEY, PAUL EBERT
07.2015 - 11.2015
- Actively campaigned for the candidate’s reelection through networking and voter outreach
- Responsible for fostering team building with community leaders
- Coordinate information distribution using fundraising and event planning
Medical Assistant
WASHINGTON METROPOLITAN CARDIOLOGY
03.2015 - 09.2015
- Consistently met deadlines for the submission of medical claims forms to insurance and benefits companies
- Tasked with arranging/organizing complex surgical schedules for cardioversion, catheterizations, Trans esophageal echocardiogram, and stent placements; scheduled appointments and collected patient medical histories
- Determine patient eligibility/benefits by communicating with insurance providers
- Demonstrated an in-depth knowledge of medical computer software including All scripts PM Management; Electronic Health Records Module, and EMR
Education
Master of Administration - Criminal Justice and Security
University of Phoenix
Bachelor of Science - Political Science
University of New Mexico
Albuquerque, NMSkills
- Quantitative Analysis
- Trend Monitoring
- Technology-savvy
- Records Management
- Investigative Research & Report Writing
- Advanced in review of financial reports/credit reports/FinCEN
- Interview techniques
- Research abilities
- Detailed report writing
- Risk Assessment
- Investigation Management
- Data review
Community Service
- Volunteer, Court Appointed Special Advocate (CASA)
- Roadrunner Food drive (Albuquerque, NM)
- S.A.F.E House (Women's shelter/Albuquerque, NM)
Clearances
- Active Secret Clearance
- Active Public Trust Clearance
Timeline
Credentialed Background Clearance Investigator III
CACI Federal
10.2023 - 10.2024
Certified Field Investigator, Level II
PERATON
01.2018 - 10.2023
Receptionist
ANNE WELSH SALON
10.2015 - 01.2018
Canvasser/Campaigner
COMMONWEALTH ATTORNEY, PAUL EBERT
07.2015 - 11.2015
Medical Assistant
WASHINGTON METROPOLITAN CARDIOLOGY
03.2015 - 09.2015
Master of Administration - Criminal Justice and Security
University of Phoenix
Bachelor of Science - Political Science
University of New Mexico