Field Investigator Jobs in Durham, NC

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

  • Raleigh, NC (21 miles from Durham, NC)
  • 4 hours ago
  • Raleigh, NC (21 miles from Durham, NC)
  • 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...

Principal Security Researcher

  • Raleigh, NC (21 miles from Durham, NC)
  • 9 days ago
  • Raleigh, NC (21 miles from Durham, NC)
  • 9 days ago

Our client is seeking a highly skilled Principal Security Researcher to join the CTO's security research team at a leading technology firm. This principal level role involves leading complex...

Senior Information Security Analyst (Remote)

  • Raleigh, NC (21 miles from Durham, NC)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Raleigh, NC (21 miles from Durham, NC)
  • 30+ days ago

Overview This is a remote role that may be hired in several markets across the United States. This position supports the Bank's Information Security and Cyber Threat management programs at the...

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Senior Information Security Analyst (Remote)

  • Raleigh, NC (21 miles from Durham, NC)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Raleigh, NC (21 miles from Durham, NC)
  • 30+ days ago

Overview This is a remote role that may be hired in several markets across the United States. This position supports the Bank's Information Security and Cyber Threat management programs at the...

Remote Work

Fraud Operations Analyst

  • Raleigh, NC (21 miles from Durham, NC)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Raleigh, NC (21 miles from Durham, NC)
  • 30+ days ago

Interacts with external partners, including law enforcement, vendors, and other financial institutions, to validate information and address fraudulent activities....

Information Security Analyst III (Remote)

  • Raleigh, NC (21 miles from Durham, NC)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Raleigh, NC (21 miles from Durham, NC)
  • 45+ days ago

Overview This is a remote role that may be hired in several markets across the United States. As an Incident Response Analyst, you'll be a member of the bank's Cyber Incident Response team. We are...

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Retail Loss prevention detective

  • Cary, NC (17 miles from Durham, NC)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Cary, NC (17 miles from Durham, NC)
  • 45+ days ago

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

Loss Prevention Detective

  • Raleigh, NC (21 miles from Durham, NC)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Raleigh, NC (21 miles from Durham, NC)
  • 45+ days ago

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

Retail Loss Prevention Detective

  • Durham, NC
  • 45+ days ago
  • Durham, NC
  • 45+ days ago

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

Sr. Security Researcher, Offensive Security (Red Team)

  • Durham, NC
  • 45+ days ago
  • Durham, NC
  • 45+ days ago

Who We Are At Corebridge Financial, we believe action is everything. That's why every day we partner with financial professionals and institutions to make it possible for more people to take...

Cyber Security Specialist Procurement Assistance and IT Research, Advisory, and Consulting [NCDPC0029028]

  • Raleigh, NC (21 miles from Durham, NC)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Raleigh, NC (21 miles from Durham, NC)
  • 60+ days ago

Company Description ProSidian is a Management and Operations Consulting Services Firm focusing on providing value to clients through tailored solutions based on industry leading practices....

Background Investigator

  • Raleigh, NC (21 miles from Durham, NC)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Raleigh, NC (21 miles from Durham, NC)
  • 90+ days ago

Complete record searches at law enforcement agencies, courthouses, mental health, financial and educational institutions....

Demographic Data for Durham, NC

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Salary for Field Investigator Jobs in Durham, NC

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 Durham, NC 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 Durham, NC
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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