Due Diligence Researcher

TLDR

Join a global leader in third-party risk management, conducting investigative research and delivering insights to support mission-critical objectives for U.S. Government clients.

Who We Are:

Exiger transforms supply chains into a strategic advantage—advancing our mission to make the world a safer and more transparent place to succeed. Our AI platform, 1Exiger, delivers instant visibility into complex supplier ecosystems, leveraging proprietary data and advanced AI to surface risk, automate compliance, and unlock efficiencies and cost savings to strengthen long-term resilience. Trusted by 550+ global customers—including Fortune 500 companies and U.S. government agencies—Exiger is a recognized, award-winning leader in supply chain AI and a FedRAMP® authorized provider to the federal government.

 

Due Diligence Researcher – Government Solutions

Location: United States (Remote / McLean, VA or Client Site)
Work Environment: Remote / Hybrid

Role Summary:

Exiger is a global leader in third-party and supply chain risk management. We combine advanced AI technology with deep domain expertise to help corporations, financial institutions, and government agencies manage risk and compliance across complex ecosystems.

We are seeking a Due Diligence Researcher to support U.S. Government customers in Know Your Customer (KYC) analysis, enhanced due diligence, and supply chain risk management.

This is a client-facing role responsible for conducting investigative research, assessing risk exposure, and delivering clear, actionable insights to support mission-critical government objectives. You will leverage Exiger’s industry-leading AI platform, DDIQ, alongside open-source intelligence and trade data to evaluate third-party and supply chain risk.

 

What You’ll Do:

  • Conduct KYC, enhanced due diligence (EDD), and third-party risk research using DDIQ and open-source intelligence tools
  • Identify risk-relevant information and assess its materiality to client operations
  • Perform supply chain risk assessments using shipping and trade record databases
  • Validate and assess outputs from Exiger’s AI-driven document review systems
  • Synthesize findings into clear, concise, and well-supported narrative reports tailored for government stakeholders
  • Onboard and train client users on Exiger systems and analytical capabilities
  • Advise customers on best practices to maximize the value of Exiger’s software and tools
  • Collaborate cross-functionally to deliver high-quality work in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment

 

What You Need:

  • 3–5 years of direct experience conducting KYC and/or enhanced due diligence investigations
  • Experience performing supply chain risk assessments using shipping or trade data
  • Knowledge of international sanctions regimes, political risk, reputational risk, criminal exposure, and regulatory frameworks
  • Strong analytical and investigative research skills
  • Excellent written and verbal communication abilities, with the ability to translate complex findings into client-ready reports
  • High attention to detail and strong organizational skills
  • Ability to manage competing deadlines in a high-volume environment
  • Self-starter mindset with strong ownership and accountability
  • Comfort working both independently and collaboratively
  • Proficiency leveraging technology and AI-enabled tools to support research and analysis

 

Requirements:

  • U.S. Citizenship required
  • Ability to obtain and maintain a federal background investigation

 

Why You’ll Love Working at Exiger:

  • High-performance culture rooted in accountability, collaboration, and a shared commitment to excellence.
  • Discretionary Time Off for all employees, with no maximum limits
  • Industry-leading health, vision, and dental benefits
  • Competitive compensation package
  • 16 weeks of fully paid parental leave
  • Flexible hybrid work approach where applicable
  • Wellness stipends and dedicated health programming
  • Purposeful career development programs with reimbursement for educational certifications

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Exiger is named a Leader in the Gartner® Magic Quadrant™ for Supplier Risk Management, twice selected as one of Fast Company's 'Brands That Matter,' and recipient of the Third Party Risk Association's Innovator Award, Exiger's technology has been recognized by leading analyst evaluations and 50+ awards. Learn more at Exiger.com and follow Exiger on LinkedIn.

At Exiger, our values define how we work and why we lead. We are mission-inspired, imagination-driven, trust-anchored, and compassion-focused—committed to building technology that makes the world safer, more transparent, and more resilient.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability or protected veteran status, or any other legally protected basis, in accordance with applicable law.

Exiger’s hybrid work policy is periodically reviewed and adjusted to align with evolving business needs.

Benefits

Education Stipend

Purposeful career development programs with reimbursement for educational certifications

Flexible Work Hours

Flexible hybrid work approach where applicable

Health Insurance

Industry-leading health, vision, and dental benefits

Paid Parental Leave

16 weeks of fully paid parental leave

Paid Time Off

Discretionary Time Off for all employees, with no maximum limits

Wellness Stipend

Wellness stipends and dedicated health programming

Exiger builds advanced risk and compliance management solutions powered by AI technology, tailored for corporations, government agencies, and banks. What sets us apart is our commitment to sustainability and innovation, transforming the complex landscape of supply chain, cyber, and financial crime risks into manageable insights.

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