Services for Tribal Agencies
1st Defense specializes in secure, online background screening services tailored specifically for Tribal governments, enterprises, and programs. Whether you're screening for child care, law enforcement, or administrative roles, our customizable solutions are designed to support your sovereignty and protect your community.
Online Background Screening
Your Tribe. Your Process. Our Expertise.
Our online screening system gives you access to 40+ investigative tools through
a secure, easy-to-use portal. Every package is custom-built to meet your Tribal program’s specific needs.
Popular screening components include:
- Criminal & civil history checks
- Employment & education verifications
- Reference interviews
- Ongoing monitoring and alerts
✔️ Compliant with PL 101-630, PL 101-647, and 638 contract requirements
✔️ Easy portal access for designated Tribal staff
✔️ Reports built for clear, confident adjudication
Fingerprinting Services
Flexible Options. Trusted Process. Built for Tribes.
We provide both ink and electronic Live Scan fingerprinting solutions, exclusively for Tribal clients, to support the unique needs of Tribal governments and organizations — from individual appointments to organization-wide screening programs.
Our expanded fingerprinting services include:
- Electronic Live Scan workstations available for purchase, with three scanner options to fit your needs and budget
- On-site fingerprinting by experienced technicians (appointments required; minimums may apply)
✔️ Direct FBI submissions, with results delivered through a secure, FBI-approved portal
✔️ Support for Tribes in establishing MOUs and obtaining ORIs under PL 101-630
✔️ Partnered with an FBI-approved channeler; PSC serves as adjudication and support contractor
Additional Service Areas
As part of our custom background screening packages, we also offer:
✔️ Drug & Occupational Health Testing
✔️ Positive ID & Credentialing Services
These services are managed confidentially as part of comprehensive Tribal screening programs and are not available as stand-alone services.
How It Works
1. Schedule Your Consultation
2. Sign NDA for Custom Quote
3. Subscribe With Us
4. Begin Secure Background Screening
Confidential by Design
To protect the integrity of our compliance model and the privacy of our clients, we do not publish pricing or package details online.
All service offerings are tailored and shared only through a direct consultation — with confidentiality built into every step.
