Background
Investigation Service.
Confidential, intelligence-led background investigations designed to protect your family, business, and reputation. In cooperation with global security networks Crisis24 Private Strategic Group.
Important Notice
"Trust is the foundation of every relationship — personal, professional, and financial. Without verified truth, trust is merely assumption. Assumptions in high-stakes situations can be catastrophic."
Discreet intelligence. Absolute certainty. Know who you are dealing with.
Protect Your Reputation.
Verify Before You Trust.
We deliver deep, multi-layered investigations using human intelligence (HUMINT), open-source intelligence (OSINT), and discreet field verification. Every case is handled with absolute confidentiality and professional precision.
Our Investigation Capabilities
Multi-Layered Investigation Coverage
HUMINT + OSINT + discreet field verification for complete picture.
Personal Background Checks
- Identity verification
- Criminal record checks
- Lifestyle and reputation profiling
Financial red flags
Employment & Staff Vetting
- Domestic workers (nannies, drivers, guards)
- Executive and corporate hires
- Education and qualification verification
- Employment history confirmation
Insider threat risk evaluation
Business & Partner Due Diligence
- Shareholder and director checks
- Corporate ownership structure analysis
- Financial integrity review
- Conflict of interest detection
Litigation and legal exposure checks
Relationship & Infidelity Investigations
- Cheating spouse investigations
- Cohabitation and relationship verification
- Hidden family or relationship exposure
Lifestyle and behavioral analysis
Digital & Cyber Background Checks
- Social media intelligence analysis
- Online reputation risk profiling
- Dark web identity exposure checks
Fraud and impersonation risk detection
How Our Process Works
From Consultation to Secure Report
Every investigation follows a rigorous, structured process designed to deliver verified intelligence you can act on with confidence.
Confidential Consultation
We understand your concern, objectives, and level of discretion required.
Investigation Planning
Our analysts design a tailored investigation strategy using lawful and ethical intelligence methods.
Information Collection
We gather intelligence through verified data sources, discreet surveillance (where lawful), and digital intelligence tools.
Analysis & Verification
All findings are cross-checked and validated to eliminate false or misleading data.
Secure Reporting
You receive a clear, confidential report with findings, risks, and professional recommendations.
HUMINT + OSINT + Field Verification — all under one roof.
Why Choose Ardent
Information You
Can Trust.
Absolute Confidentiality
All investigations are handled with strict privacy and professional ethics.
Research-Driven Approach
We combine investigative tradecraft with cyber intelligence and risk analysis.
Local Expertise + Global Reach
Our network allows operations both locally and internationally.
Elite Client Experience
Serving HNWIs, executives, VIP families, and government clients.
Clients Who Need Certainty
Our services are designed for clients who need certainty before trust.
Confidentiality & Legal Compliance
Investigations Conducted By The Book
Ardent Protection conducts all investigations in accordance with applicable national laws, privacy and data protection regulations, and professional ethical standards. We ensure all intelligence is gathered lawfully, discreetly, and responsibly.
National Law Compliance
Privacy & Data Protection
Professional Ethics
Service Levels:
Service Levels & Investment
Delivered in strategic cooperation with global security networks.
Standard Verification
Best For:Service providers and contractors for brief access to a principal’s property and assets (e.g. event caterer).
Criminal and civil court searches for the Subject in the current residential county.
* Not available for subjects in New York State (see Level 2).
Enhanced Vetting
Best For:Service providers, contractors, and employees for limited access for an extended amount of time to property and assets.
Criminal and civil searches for the Subject in all residential counties (last 7 years) plus OSINT and global sanctions checks.
Criminal and civil searches in one international locale plus OSINT and global sanctions checks.
Comprehensive Due Diligence
Best For:Prospective employees and contractors that will have regular access to principals, families, and company assets.
L2 plus employment/military/education verifications, professional licensing, credit analysis, Comprehensive OSINT, and interviews (2 references + 1 informant).
All Level 2 international checks plus the same verification depth as domestic Level 3.
Subject Matter Expert Vetting
Best For:Prospective employees and contractors with significant, close and personal access to the principals and families.
L3 plus a comprehensive SME interview (character, judgment, drugs, etc.) and interviews with at least 3 references and 1 developed informant.
Same SME-level depth with international court searches and cross-border informant development.
* Additional charges apply for an in-person interview.
Live Arrest Monitoring (ARM)
Real-time alerts on subject legal activity.
Credit Check Add-On
For employment-purpose credit screening.
DMV Driving Record
Essential for private drivers and pilots.
Additional International Locations
Expand searches to additional countries.
High-Priority Expedite Fee
Surcharge applied to Levels 1–4 for accelerated turnaround.
Ready to Begin?
Contact us for a confidential consultation. Discretion guaranteed from first contact.
Security Insights
Analysis on security protocols, compliance, and protection strategies.
