Field Investigator Jobs in Boston, MA

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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Senior Cyber Security Analyst - Marlboro

  • IPG Photonics Corporation*
  • Marlborough, MA (24 miles from Boston, MA)
  • 12 days ago
  • Marlborough, MA (24 miles from Boston, MA)
  • 12 days ago

Back 6d Senior Cyber Security Analyst #26-316 Marlborough, Massachusetts, United States Apply X Facebook LinkedIn Email Copy Job Description IPG Photonics is seeking a highly motivated and...

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Loss Prevention Investigator - National Task Force

  • TJX
  • Framingham, MA (19 miles from Boston, MA)
  • 13 days ago
  • Framingham, MA (19 miles from Boston, MA)
  • 13 days ago

Conduct static and mobile surveillance. Proactively investigate habitual offenders who pose a risk to TJX employees....

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Research Scientist - System Security Researcher (Lexington, MA, US)

  • MIT Lincoln Laboratory
  • Lexington, MA (10 miles from Boston, MA)
  • 16 days ago
  • Lexington, MA (10 miles from Boston, MA)
  • 16 days ago

Secure Resilient Systems and Technology group applies foundational and applied cybersecurity research to the most critical challenges in national security. We develop secure systems that are...

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Senior Forensic Analyst

  • American International Group
  • Boston, MA
  • 18 days ago
  • Boston, MA
  • 18 days ago

Join AIG's Forensic Accounting Unit as a Senior Forensic Accounting Analyst to play a crucial frontline role that will make the most of your technical expertise. Make your mark as a Forensic...

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Senior Firmware Security Researcher

  • MITRE
  • Bedford, MA (14 miles from Boston, MA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Bedford, MA (14 miles from Boston, MA)
  • 30+ days ago

Why choose between doing meaningful work and having a fulfilling life? At MITRE, you can have both. That's because MITRE people are committed to tackling our nation's toughest challengesand we're...

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Information Security Analyst

  • Exclaimer
  • Boston, MA
  • 30+ days ago
  • Boston, MA
  • 30+ days ago

When you join Exclaimer you will join a global award-winning SaaS provider with an exceptional revenue rate, ambitious growth plans, and an inclusive and outcomes-driven culture. Exclaimer is a...

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Revenue Assurance Investigator (Hybrid)

  • Eversource Energy Service Company
  • Boston, MA
  • 30+ days ago
  • Boston, MA
  • 30+ days ago

Works with Law Enforcement Agencies (LEAs), legal counsel, judiciary representatives, other utilities and organizations critical to successful resolution of cases....

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Lead Investigator, Revenue Assurance (Hybrid)

  • Eversource Energy
  • Boston, MA
  • 30+ days ago
  • Boston, MA
  • 30+ days ago

Act as representative for the Company in theft of energy cases involving Governmental, Regulatory, and Law Enforcement Agencies....

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Loss Prevention Store Detective

  • The TJX Companies, Inc.
  • Saugus, MA (8 miles from Boston, MA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Saugus, MA (8 miles from Boston, MA)
  • 30+ days ago

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

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Surveillance Investigator

  • Allied Universal
  • Lowell, MA (23 miles from Boston, MA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Lowell, MA (23 miles from Boston, MA)
  • 30+ days ago

enforcement agencies as needed to gather information and coordinate efforts Maintain confidentiality and adhere to legal and ethical standards in conducting surveillance operations QUALIFICATIONS (...

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Research Scientist - System Security Researcher

  • MIT Lincoln Laboratory
  • Lexington, MA (10 miles from Boston, MA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Lexington, MA (10 miles from Boston, MA)
  • 30+ days ago

Secure Resilient Systems and Technology group applies foundational and applied cybersecurity research to the most critical challenges in national security. We develop secure systems that are...

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Surveillance Investigator - Part Time

  • CoventBridge Group
  • Boston, MA
  • 30+ days ago
  • Boston, MA
  • 30+ days ago

In this role, you'll conduct discreet, vehicle-based field investigations to help uncover insurance fraud and deliver trusted results to our clients....

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Cyber Security Specialist

  • The Hertz Corporation
  • Boston, MA
  • 45+ days ago
  • Boston, MA
  • 45+ days ago

The Cyber Security Specialist is a key member of the Security Operations Center to monitor internal and external security threats and risks, provide in-depth analysis, and remediate to return...

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Entry Level Background Investigator- Northeast Region

  • CACI International Inc.
  • Boston, MA
  • 45+ days ago
  • Boston, MA
  • 45+ days ago

Job Title: Entry Level Background Investigator- Northeast Region Job Category: Service Contract Act Time Type: Full time Minimum Clearance Required to Start: Top Secret Employee Type: Regular...

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Investigator

  • MIT Lincoln Laboratory
  • Lexington, MA (10 miles from Boston, MA)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Lexington, MA (10 miles from Boston, MA)
  • 45+ days ago

Requisition ID: 42891 #LI-JL1 Nearest Major Market: Boston Job Segment: Military Intelligence, Security Clearance, Criminal Investigator, Criminal Justice, Homeland Security, Government, Security Apply...

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Demographic Data for Boston, MA

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Salary for Field Investigator Jobs in Boston, MA

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Highest Education Level

Field Investigators in Boston, MA 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 Boston, MA
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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