Field Investigator Jobs in Santa Ana, CA

A Field Investigator in the security industry is responsible for conducting detailed investigations to gather facts and evidence for various types of inquiries. They generally work for private security companies, law enforcement agencies, insurance companies, or legal firms. Their tasks may include surveillance, interviews, information gathering, evidence collection, document review, and report writing. They may also use specialized equipment, such as video cameras, to gather information, and they often work in the field, traveling to various locations as part of their investigations.

Before becoming a Field Investigator, a person may have roles such as a Police Officer, Security Officer, or Private Investigator. These roles provide the necessary skills and experience, such as observation skills, analytical thinking, communication skills, and understanding of legal procedures. Potential Field Investigators should also have relevant certifications such as Certified Protection Professional (CPP), Professional Certified Investigator (PCI), or Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE). These certifications are provided by professional associations like ASIS International and the Association of Certified Fraud Examiners and demonstrate the holder's competency in conducting investigations.

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Loss Prevention Detective

  • TJX
  • Whittier, CA (20 miles from Santa Ana, CA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Whittier, CA (20 miles from Santa Ana, CA)
  • 5 days ago

enforcement procedures and professionally participates in legal activities as needed (e.g., police calls, etc.)...

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Loss Prevention Detective

  • The TJX Companies, Inc.
  • Tustin, CA (2 miles from Santa Ana, CA)
  • 10 days ago
  • Tustin, CA (2 miles from Santa Ana, CA)
  • 10 days ago

enforcement procedures and professionally participates in legal activities as needed (e.g., police calls, etc.)...

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Tier 2 Senior Cyber Security Analyst

  • Eliassen Group
  • Tustin, CA (2 miles from Santa Ana, CA)
  • 12 days ago
  • Tustin, CA (2 miles from Santa Ana, CA)
  • 12 days ago

Santa Ana, CA | Onsite at OC Data Center Our client seeks a Tier 2 Senior Cyber Security Analyst to support a 24x7x365 Security Operations Center. The analyst will create, tune, monitor, and...

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Information Security Analyst

  • First American Financial Corporation
  • Santa Ana, CA
  • 16 days ago
  • Santa Ana, CA
  • 16 days ago

Who We Are Join a team that puts its People First! Since 1889, First American (NYSE: FAF) has held an unwavering belief in its people. They are passionate about what they do, and we are equally...

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Information Security Analyst

  • BIG 5 Sporting Group
  • Tustin, CA (2 miles from Santa Ana, CA)
  • 26 days ago
  • Tustin, CA (2 miles from Santa Ana, CA)
  • 26 days ago

About Big 5 Sporting Goods Big 5 Sporting Goods is a leading retailer of name-brand sporting goods and accessories, with hundreds of stores in 11 states across the Western U.S. We’re passionate...

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Investigator, Asset Protection(Orange County, CA)-A&F Co.

  • A&F Stores, Inc.
  • Orange, CA (2 miles from Santa Ana, CA)
  • 26 days ago
  • Orange, CA (2 miles from Santa Ana, CA)
  • 26 days ago

Security audits on a routine basis....

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Asset Protection Investigator (GME + eBay)

  • Collectors Universe, Inc.
  • Santa Ana, CA
  • 60+ days ago
  • Santa Ana, CA
  • 60+ days ago

Collaboration with external stakeholders & law enforcement - Upon successful completion of investigation, prepare professional case files and refer cases to law enforcement for prosecution....

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Senior Security Operations Analyst

  • ANDURIL INDUSTRIES
  • Costa Mesa, CA (5 miles from Santa Ana, CA)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Costa Mesa, CA (5 miles from Santa Ana, CA)
  • 90+ days ago

Anduril Industries is a defense technology company with a mission to transform U.S. and allied military capabilities with advanced technology. By bringing the expertise, technology, and business...

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Demographic Data for Santa Ana, CA

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Salary for Field Investigator Jobs in Santa Ana, CA

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Field Investigators in Santa Ana, CA offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
38.4%
Master's Degree
15.9%
High School or GED
15.5%
Associate's Degree
13.1%
Vocational Degree or Certification
10.7%
Doctorate Degree
2.9%
Some College
2.8%
Some High School
0.6%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Field Investigators in Santa Ana, CA
4-6 years
27.1%
2-4 years
25.1%
1-2 years
22.0%
Less than 1 year
9.6%
10+ years
8.5%
6-8 years
6.6%
None
1.1%


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