Field Investigator Jobs in Atlanta, GA

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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Auto Fraud Investigator BL Risk Analyst II

  • Atlanta, GA
  • 11 hours ago
  • Atlanta, GA
  • 11 hours ago

Position will work closely with Legal, Compliance, LOB representatives, Risk, Audit, Human Resources, vendors and law enforcement.* Effectively complete countermeasures and various mitigation strategies...

Investigator III - District Attorney

  • Jonesboro, GA (16 miles from Atlanta, GA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Jonesboro, GA (16 miles from Atlanta, GA)
  • 3 days ago

Talks to teachers and students in public schools about law enforcement matters....

Adult Protective Services Case Manager 2 (Investigator)-00174853

  • Atlanta, GA
  • 6 days ago
  • Atlanta, GA
  • 6 days ago

Stronger Families for a Stronger Georgia. The Georgia Department of Human Services (DHS) is a dynamic state agency responsible for delivering a wide range of services to Georgia's most vulnerable...

Every day, Global Payments makes it possible for millions of people to move money between buyers and sellers using our payments solutions for credit, debit, prepaid and merchant services. Our...

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Fraud Specialist II

  • Atlanta, GA
  • 9 days ago
  • Atlanta, GA
  • 9 days ago

Experience in investigation, law enforcement, or lending role 12. Knowledge of Fraud regulations and/or related compliance requirements, including reporting and record retention requirements 13....

Citizenship Current Tier 5 SSBI favorably adjudicated clearance At minimum, a High School diploma Direct field investigations experience conducting Intelligence Community background investigations to...

Adult Protective Services Case Manager 2 (Investigator)-00020710

  • Atlanta, GA
  • 10 days ago
  • Atlanta, GA
  • 10 days ago

Stronger Families for a Stronger Georgia. The Georgia Department of Human Services (DHS) is a dynamic state agency responsible for delivering a wide range of services to Georgia's most vulnerable...

Experienced Loss Prevention Detective

  • Atlanta, GA
  • 11 days ago
  • Atlanta, GA
  • 11 days ago

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

Cyber Security Analyst

  • Atlanta, GA
  • 12 days ago
  • Atlanta, GA
  • 12 days ago

About the Company: Industrious is the largest premium workplace-as-a-service provider and home to the highest-rated workplaces in the industry. Everything we do comes down to creating great days...

Stronger Families for a Stronger Georgia. The Georgia Department of Human Services (DHS) is a dynamic state agency responsible for delivering a wide range of services to Georgia's most vulnerable...

IAM Authentication Specialist- Information Security Analyst 4

  • Atlanta, GA
  • 12 days ago
  • Atlanta, GA
  • 12 days ago

Innova Solutions has a client that is immediately hiring for an IAM Authentication Specialist- Information Security Analyst Title- IAM Authentication Specialist- Information Security Analyst...

Experienced Loss Prevention Detective

  • East Point, GA (7 miles from Atlanta, GA)
  • 13 days ago
  • East Point, GA (7 miles from Atlanta, GA)
  • 13 days ago

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

Loss Prevention Detective

  • Atlanta, GA
  • 17 days ago
  • Atlanta, GA
  • 17 days ago

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

Investigator - Sheriff's Office

  • Conyers, GA (21 miles from Atlanta, GA)
  • 17 days ago
  • Conyers, GA (21 miles from Atlanta, GA)
  • 17 days ago

Examines court, law enforcement, public, and governmental records needed for investigation....

Risk & Fraud Analyst

  • Atlanta, GA
  • 18 days ago
  • Atlanta, GA
  • 18 days ago

Risk & Fraud Analyst Location: Atlanta GA - (**This role is hybrid and will require 3 days in the office per week. Must be able to work Saturdays and most holidays) Duration: 6-7 Months Contract...

Demographic Data for Atlanta, GA

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Salary for Field Investigator Jobs in Atlanta, GA

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHireSecurity research efforts.

Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Field Investigators in Atlanta, GA offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
38.2%
High School or GED
15.9%
Master's Degree
15.7%
Associate's Degree
13.1%
Vocational Degree or Certification
10.8%
Some College
2.9%
Doctorate Degree
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 Atlanta, GA
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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