IT services background screening
IT & Software Industry Screening

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Tech hiring moves at startup speed. Our SMART Search® technology delivers background check results in 3–24 hours on average — so you can extend offers before your competition does.

FCRA Compliant Remote-Friendly Identity Verified No Fingerprinting
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FCRA compliant · Searches performed at court of record · Remote-friendly digital process

20+
Years Screening Tech Companies
3–24 hrs
Average Turnaround Time
50
States Covered
FCRA
Fully Compliant

Why Tech Companies Choose ABS

The four biggest background screening pain points in IT and software — and how SMART Search® solves them.

Remote Hires Create Identity Risk

IT and software companies hire globally and remotely — making identity fraud a real risk. Our SSN trace and identity verification confirms who you're actually hiring before they access your systems.

Slow Screening Loses Top Talent

The best developers have multiple offers. A 5-day background check is a 5-day window for a competitor to close the deal. On average, our SMART Search® technology returns results in 3–24 hours.

Data Access Requires Verified Trust

IT staff often have privileged access to databases, source code, and client systems from day one. Accurate criminal and employment verification is your first line of defense against insider threats.

Resume Fraud is Rampant in Tech

Studies show that IT and software roles have among the highest rates of resume fraud — inflated credentials, fabricated employers, and falsified certifications. Our employment and education verification catches it before it costs you.

Screening Services for Tech Companies

Comprehensive background checks for developers, engineers, IT staff, and technology contractors.

Most Requested

Criminal Background Check

Multi-jurisdictional criminal history search — essential for developers, engineers, and IT staff with access to sensitive systems, client data, and proprietary code.

High Fraud Risk

Employment Verification

Confirm past employers, job titles, and dates of service. Catch resume fraud before a candidate gains access to your production environment or client infrastructure.

Education Verification

Verify degrees, certifications, and academic credentials. Particularly important for roles requiring specific technical degrees or professional certifications (CISSP, PMP, AWS).

Gov Contracts

Federal Criminal Records

Search federal district court records — critical for IT contractors working with government agencies, defense contractors, or organizations subject to federal compliance mandates.

Credit Report

Financial background check for roles with access to financial systems, client payment data, or fiduciary responsibilities within your technology organization.

Remote Hire

SSN Trace & Identity Verification

Confirm candidate identity and uncover all names and addresses used — critical for remote IT hires where in-person identity verification is not possible.

Civil Records Search

Identify civil litigation history relevant to intellectual property disputes, non-compete violations, or data breach liability.

Professional License Verification

Verify active professional certifications and licenses for regulated IT roles, including healthcare IT, financial technology, and government systems.

Built for Tech Compliance

From SOC 2 vendor requirements to government contractor clearances — we keep your screening program compliant.

FCRA Compliant

All screening processes follow Fair Credit Reporting Act requirements, including proper disclosure and adverse action procedures.

SOC 2 Compatible

Supports SOC 2 Type II vendor screening requirements for technology companies handling sensitive customer data.

ITAR / Government Clearance

Screening packages available for contractors requiring background investigation support for federal clearance processes.

GDPR Awareness

Data handling practices aligned with international privacy regulations for globally distributed tech teams.

EEOC Guidelines

Individualized assessment process aligned with EEOC best practices to reduce disparate impact liability.

Remote Hire Ready

Digital-first workflow supports fully remote onboarding — no in-person requirements, results delivered electronically.

Trusted by Tech Companies Nationwide

"We hire engineers across 12 states and 3 countries. ABS handles every background check digitally and the turnaround is consistently under 24 hours. That's how we stay competitive in tech hiring."

Head of People Operations
SaaS Company, Tampa FL

"After a bad hire that had fabricated their entire employment history, we switched to ABS. Their employment verification is thorough and the results come back fast enough that it doesn't slow down our offer process."

CTO
Software Development Firm

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FCRA Compliant · Searches Performed at Court of Record · Remote-Friendly Digital Process