Field Investigator Jobs in Silver Spring, MD

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

  • Annapolis, MD (24 miles from Silver Spring, MD)
  • 4 hours ago
  • Annapolis, MD (24 miles from Silver Spring, MD)
  • 4 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...

Background Investigator

  • New Carrollton, MD (7 miles from Silver Spring, MD)
  • 1 day ago
  • New Carrollton, MD (7 miles from Silver Spring, MD)
  • 1 day ago

Enforcement Center (WALES), Maryland Interagency Law Enforcement System (MILES), Virginia Crime Information Network (VCIN) Crime History and WMATA MTPD Department guidelines....

Experienced Background Investigator - Alexandria, VA

  • Alexandria, VA (14 miles from Silver Spring, MD)
  • 1 day ago
  • Alexandria, VA (14 miles from Silver Spring, MD)
  • 1 day ago

enforcement or investigative functions) within the last 5 years and Completion of New Investigator training A valid driver's license and a personal vehicle Required to carry sufficient motor vehicle...

Supervisory Technical Security Investigator (Assistant Division Chief)

  • Washington, DC (9 miles from Silver Spring, MD)
  • 1 day ago
  • Washington, DC (9 miles from Silver Spring, MD)
  • 1 day ago

security, intrusion detection, access control, video assessment, surveillance systems, technical surveillance countermeasures, chemical, biological and radiological hazard countermeasures, or fire...

Retail Loss Prevention Detective

  • Alexandria, VA (14 miles from Silver Spring, MD)
  • 2 days ago
  • Alexandria, VA (14 miles from Silver Spring, MD)
  • 2 days ago

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

Entry Level Background Investigator - Capital Region

  • Alexandria, VA (14 miles from Silver Spring, MD)
  • 3 days ago
  • Alexandria, VA (14 miles from Silver Spring, MD)
  • 3 days ago

investigation contracts, broadening your experience in the field Qualifications: Required: A Bachelors Degree or 4 years of general experience demonstrating progressive responsibility in problem solving...

Loss Prevention Detective

  • Alexandria, VA (14 miles from Silver Spring, MD)
  • 3 days ago
  • Alexandria, VA (14 miles from Silver Spring, MD)
  • 3 days ago

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

Loss Prevention Detective

  • Rockville, MD (8 miles from Silver Spring, MD)
  • 4 days ago
  • Rockville, MD (8 miles from Silver Spring, MD)
  • 4 days ago

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

Background Investigator (FT Employee) - Alexandria, VA

  • Alexandria, VA (14 miles from Silver Spring, MD)
  • 4 days ago
  • Alexandria, VA (14 miles from Silver Spring, MD)
  • 4 days ago

Responsibilities Peraton is seeking to fill a critical role for a full-time background investigator near Alexandria, VA. Applicants must reside within 15 miles of the city center of Alexandria....

Senior Fraud Investigator , Vendor Investigations & Transaction Accuracy

  • Arlington, VA (10 miles from Silver Spring, MD)
  • 4 days ago
  • Arlington, VA (10 miles from Silver Spring, MD)
  • 4 days ago

The ideal candidate must be able to write complex case summaries with clear recommendations for Legal, management or Law Enforcement referral....

Criminal Investigator

  • Washington, DC (9 miles from Silver Spring, MD)
  • 5 days ago
  • Washington, DC (9 miles from Silver Spring, MD)
  • 5 days ago

This is a secondary law enforcement position under 5 USC 8336 (CSRS) and 8412(d) (FERS). Prior law enforcement experience is required. There is no age limit for entry into secondary positions....

Counterterrorism Analyst, MID

  • Reston, VA (18 miles from Silver Spring, MD)
  • 5 days ago
  • Reston, VA (18 miles from Silver Spring, MD)
  • 5 days ago

Provides analytic support to counterterrorism and counter insurgency operations....

Information Security Operations Analyst

  • McLean, VA (10 miles from Silver Spring, MD)
  • 6 days ago
  • McLean, VA (10 miles from Silver Spring, MD)
  • 6 days ago

Here at Appian, our core values of Respect, Work to Impact, Ambition, and Constructive Dissent & Resolution define who we are. In short, this means we constantly seek to understand the best for...

Cyber Security Specialist 4 - Springfield, VA

  • Springfield, VA (21 miles from Silver Spring, MD)
  • 7 days ago
  • Springfield, VA (21 miles from Silver Spring, MD)
  • 7 days ago

you will be part of a team that designs, engineers, integrates, operates and maintains electronic security services inclusive of intrusion detection, access control, biometric authentication, video surveillance...

Information Security Analyst (SME)

  • Arlington, VA (10 miles from Silver Spring, MD)
  • 7 days ago
  • Arlington, VA (10 miles from Silver Spring, MD)
  • 7 days ago

Information Security Analyst (SME) Onsite: Arlington, VA IPTA is passionate about providing our customers with technical solutions that satisfy their business needs. Through collaborative...

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Salary for Field Investigator Jobs in Silver Spring, MD

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Highest Education Level

Field Investigators in Silver Spring, MD 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 Silver Spring, MD
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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