Field Investigator Jobs in New Jersey

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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Cyber Security Operations Analyst

  • Jersey City, NJ
  • 4 days ago
  • Jersey City, NJ
  • 4 days ago

Cyber Security Operations Analyst Hi, Greetings of the day!! Cyber Security Operations Analyst Whippany, NJ ( Day 1 Onsite) Job Description To be successful as a Cyber Operations Analyst, you...

Public Safety Fraud Analyst

  • Jackson, NJ
  • 4 days ago
  • Jackson, NJ
  • 4 days ago

Contacts and effectively communicates with guests, banks, and law enforcement via multiple channels....

Asset Protection Investigator

  • Short Hills, NJ
  • 7 days ago
  • Short Hills, NJ
  • 7 days ago

What You'll Do - Maintain the general safety of customers, employees, and the store - Assess and assist in emergency situations - Perform monitoring and surveillance activities to identify indicators...

Desktop Investigator

  • Cherry Hill, NJ
  • 10 days ago
  • Cherry Hill, NJ
  • 10 days ago

About Us: CoventBridge Group is the global leader in full-service investigations providing Surveillance, SIU and Compliance, Claims Investigation, Counter-Fraud Programs, Desktop Investigations, Social...

Collaborates with the Special Investigation Unit and other internal areas on matters of mutual concern....

Retail Loss Prevention Detective- FT

  • Woodbridge, NJ
  • 16 days ago
  • Woodbridge, NJ
  • 16 days ago

Additional responsibilities of the Detective include: + Providing loss prevention support and awareness through policies, procedures, and personal involvement + Providing surveillance and assisting...

Cyber Security Analyst II

  • Wall Township, NJ
  • 17 days ago
  • Wall Township, NJ
  • 17 days ago

Cyber Security Analyst II Configure, monitor, and maintain information security platforms including SIEM, IDS/IPS, AntivirHIPS, encryption, vulnerability testing, firewalls, web proxies, patch...

Loss Prevention Store Detective

  • Jersey City, NJ
  • 17 days ago
  • Jersey City, NJ
  • 17 days ago

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

Private Investigator

  • Haddonfield, NJ
  • 17 days ago
  • Haddonfield, NJ
  • 17 days ago

What you’ll get: A foot in the door to the investigations/security/law enforcement fields Experience conducting covert investigations A job you’ll love going to - no one day is the same Opportunities...

Fraud Investigator

  • Morristown, NJ
  • 19 days ago
  • Morristown, NJ
  • 19 days ago

Review surveillance systems and extracts photos for use by bank and/or law enforcement personnel....

Retail Loss Prevention Detective

  • Princeton, NJ
  • 19 days ago
  • Princeton, NJ
  • 19 days ago

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

Security Operations Analyst

  • Jersey City, NJ
  • 23 days ago
  • Jersey City, NJ
  • 23 days ago

Join Mizuho as a Security Operations Analyst! In this role you will be a leading member of our security operations staff. You will work closely with other members of the Security Operations and...

Background Investigators (Part-Time)

  • New Brunswick, NJ
  • 26 days ago
  • New Brunswick, NJ
  • 26 days ago

Preferred Qualifications Prior certified law enforcement officer or civilian associated with a law enforcement agency....

Sr Staff Security Researcher - EDR

  • Trenton, NJ
  • 27 days ago
  • Trenton, NJ
  • 27 days ago

_Job Title:_** Sr Staff Security Researcher - EDR **About** **Trellix:** **Trellix, the trusted CISO ally, is redefining the future of cybersecurity and soulful work.** Our comprehensive,...

Retail Loss Prevention Detective - PT

  • Woodbridge, NJ
  • 27 days ago
  • Woodbridge, NJ
  • 27 days ago

Additional responsibilities of the Detective include: + Providing loss prevention support and awareness through policies, procedures, and personal involvement + Providing surveillance and assisting...

Demographic Data for New Jersey

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Salary for Field Investigator Jobs in New Jersey

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

Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Field Investigator positions.



Highest Education Level

Field Investigators in New Jersey offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
38.2%
High School or GED
15.8%
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 New Jersey
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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